Cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg from $902

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
24 Aug — 31 Aug1
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 Wednesday 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 19 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,557

One-way from

$902

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,780
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 19/10-24/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 50m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
15/10
  • 15/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 25m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($410 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($115 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 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 19 August 2025.

Sun 19/1016:40SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/1011:20JNB - SYD
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8$1,557
Wed 10/915:40SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/911:20JNB - SYD
1 stop34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8$1,565
Sun 9/1116:35SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1111:05JNB - SYD
2 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8$1,583
Tue 14/1021:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1011:20JNB - SYD
2 stops45h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8$1,586
Tue 9/921:30SYD - JNB
1 stop42h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/911:20JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8$1,597
Sun 19/1015:50SYD - JNB
1 stop26h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 24/1113:45JNB - SYD
2 stops32h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/8$1,635
Wed 15/1016:40SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1011:20JNB - SYD
2 stops45h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8$1,675
Tue 21/1021:25SYD - JNB
3 stops43h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1111:05JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8$1,677
Mon 20/1021:25SYD - JNB
3 stops43h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1119:50JNB - SYD
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8$1,680
Tue 7/1016:40SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/1011:05JNB - SYD
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8$1,694

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SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/10

16:40-08:20

1 stop24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/10

11:20-07:30

2 stops35h 10m

$1,557

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 30/1

16:35-08:20

1 stop24h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

11:05-09:35

1 stop37h 30m

$1,562

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 30/1

16:35-08:20

1 stop24h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

11:05-09:35

1 stop37h 30m

$1,562

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/2

16:35-08:20

1 stop24h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

11:05-20:50

1 stop24h 45m

$1,565

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/9

15:40-08:20

1 stop24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/9

11:20-06:10

1 stop34h 50m

$1,565

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 31/1

21:30-08:20

1 stop43h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/2

11:05-07:30

2 stops35h 25m

$1,577

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/11

16:35-08:20

1 stop24h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

11:05-11:25

2 stops39h 20m

$1,583

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/10

21:30-08:20

1 stop43h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/10

11:20-17:40

2 stops45h 20m

$1,586

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

15:50-08:40

1 stop25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

13:45-06:50

1 stop32h 05m

$1,596

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/2

15:50-08:40

1 stop25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

20:20-06:50

1 stop25h 30m

$1,596

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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 $1,091). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,759). 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 19 August 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.

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 19 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andSouth African from Sydney to Johannesburg to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 11 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Virgin Australia ($901), Singapore Airlines ($1,154), and Etihad Airways ($1,307) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Johannesburg. These flights start at 53% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Johannesburg?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $922. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for $1,213 on average our data indicates $3,944 when flying from Sydney to Johannesburg.

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

  • 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 $129 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

  • 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 $1,091). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,759). 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 19 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$901Average$1,916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,154Average$1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,307Average$1,598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,505Average$1,772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,507Average$1,659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,556Average$2,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,633Average$1,920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,650Average$2,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,683Average$2,178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,822Average$2,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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