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Cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg from $909

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg are usually found in February or May, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,580

One-way from

$909

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,976
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 27/7-3/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 10m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
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25/7
  • 25/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 32h 15m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($414 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($117 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Sat 9/821:30SYD - JNB
2 stops47h 35mEthiopian Air
Sat 13/914:30JNB - SYD
2 stops42h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/6$1,572
Sat 9/821:30SYD - JNB
1 stop42h 50mEtihad Airways
Sat 13/909:50JNB - SYD
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/6$1,601
Sun 2/1116:20SYD - JNB
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/1111:05JNB - SYD
1 stop37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,620
Mon 8/918:05SYD - JNB
1 stop32h 30mSingapore Airlines
Tue 30/919:50JNB - SYD
1 stop30h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/6$1,644
Thu 24/707:40SYD - JNB
1 stop32h 00mCathay Pacific
Thu 31/711:20JNB - SYD
1 stop37h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/6$1,709
Tue 22/713:45SYD - JNB
1 stop23h 30mSouth African
Tue 29/720:55JNB - SYD
1 stop25h 20mSouth African
Deal found 10/6$1,813
Wed 16/709:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 27/718:45JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/6$1,887
Wed 3/1215:50SYD - JNB
1 stop32h 45mVirgin Australia
Sun 21/1219:50JNB - SYD
1 stop26h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/6$1,927

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Johannesburg that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 13 June 2025.
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SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 27/7

15:40-20:10

2 stops36h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

14:30-06:10

2 stops31h 40m

$1,580

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/8

18:05-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/9

13:45-05:55

1 stop32h 10m

$1,601

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 2/11

16:20-13:05

2 stops29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/11

11:05-09:35

1 stop37h 30m

$1,620

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 24/7

07:40-07:40

1 stop32h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 31/7

11:20-08:40

1 stop37h 20m

$1,709

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 27/7

18:15-05:15

1 stop19h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

20:55-06:15

1 stop25h 20m

$1,804

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 16/7

09:30-16:20

Nonstop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/7

18:45-14:45

Nonstop12h 00m

$1,887

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/11

15:50-15:35

1 stop32h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

12:45-18:50

1 stop45h 05m

$2,011

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/9

06:00-05:30

1 stop31h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/10

13:25-07:25

2 stops33h 00m

$2,267

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 25/7

12:50-13:05

3 stops32h 15m

$909

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/10

16:40-08:20

1 stop24h 40m

$916

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Johannesburg

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg (average of $1,093). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,782). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sydney to Johannesburg is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 13% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 13 June 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Johannesburg, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,304 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
407 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Johannesburg?

    Located just 7.5 km from the city centre, Sydney Kingsford Smith is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Johannesburg from Sydney. Booking flights from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Johannesburg should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Johannesburg from 10 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Johannesburg round-trip?

    According to our current data, Ethiopian Air ($1,580), Singapore Airlines ($1,644), and Cathay Pacific ($1,709) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Johannesburg. These flights start at 19% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $941. Singapore Airlines flights start at $961 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at $978 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Johannesburg?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $1,146. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for $1,260 on average our data indicates $4,185 when flying from Sydney to Johannesburg.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Johannesburg?

    Flights departing from Sydney and landing in Johannesburg stopover in Singapore most frequently.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    If you're on a stopover in Singapore and looking for things to do, consider visiting Sentosa, Merlion, or Boat Quay. Sentosa, Merlion and Boat Quay are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about $117 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Johannesburg flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Sydney to Johannesburg is Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Johannesburg?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Johannesburg.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Johannesburg by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg (average of $1,093). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,782). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Sydney to Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Johannesburg. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 13 June 2025.
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$967Average$2,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,155Average$1,579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,247Average$1,642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,549Average$2,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,571Average$1,656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,609Average$1,893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,647Average$2,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,723Average$2,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,819Average$2,106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$2,340Average$2,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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