Cheap flights from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $729

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 23/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
3 Feb — 10 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to OR Tambo

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Cheapest flights from Australia to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 January 2026.

Tue 1/906:25PER - JNB
1 stop18h 10mSingapore Airlines
Fri 11/919:50JNB - PER
1 stop22h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/1$1,175
Sun 15/201:15PER - JNB
1 stop23h 20mSingapore Airlines
Mon 23/219:55JNB - PER
1 stop27h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,181
Tue 14/401:10PER - JNB
1 stop23h 25mSingapore Airlines
Wed 6/519:50JNB - PER
1 stop27h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,188
Tue 14/406:25PER - JNB
1 stop18h 10mSingapore Airlines
Mon 25/519:50JNB - PER
1 stop22h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,191
Tue 27/101:15PER - JNB
1 stop23h 20mSingapore Airlines
Wed 18/219:55JNB - PER
1 stop34h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,253
Fri 1/506:25PER - JNB
1 stop18h 10mSingapore Airlines
Sat 16/519:50JNB - PER
1 stop22h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,286
Mon 9/314:35BNE - JNB
1 stop36h 00mSingapore Airlines
Wed 1/419:50JNB - BNE
1 stop37h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,305
Sun 25/123:50PER - JNB
Nonstop11h 15mSouth African
Sun 8/220:35JNB - PER
Nonstop9h 35mSouth African
Deal found 2/1$1,357
Mon 9/223:50PER - JNB
Nonstop11h 15mSouth African
Sun 15/320:35JNB - PER
Nonstop9h 35mSouth African
Deal found 2/1$1,365
Thu 5/315:50DRW - JNB
1 stop34h 15mSingapore Airlines
Sat 21/319:55JNB - DRW
1 stop21h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/1$1,393
Mon 16/214:35BNE - JNB
1 stop36h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sat 28/219:55JNB - BNE
1 stop37h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,405
Tue 17/214:35BNE - JNB
1 stop36h 00mSingapore Airlines
Thu 19/313:40JNB - BNE
1 stop43h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,411

Find flight deals from Australia to OR Tambo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to OR Tambo flight deals. Data was last updated 4 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,181

One-way from

$729

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,999

Good round-trip deal

$1,492 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,287 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 15/2-23/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 50m total
  • Australia to Johannesburg
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 23/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 43h 35m total
  • Australia to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($343 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($99 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Australia

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Mon 16/2

01:15-18:35

1 stop23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

19:55-05:25

1 stop27h 30m

$1,193

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Sun 15/2

01:15-18:35

1 stop23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

19:55-23:55

1 stop22h 00m

$1,193

DarwinJohannesburg

DRW - JNB

DRWJNB

Darwin

Thu 5/3

15:50-18:35

1 stop34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

19:55-01:00

1 stop21h 35m

$1,393

DarwinJohannesburg

DRW - JNB

DRWJNB

Darwin

Sun 15/2

01:55-18:35

1 stop24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

19:55-01:00

1 stop45h 35m

$1,456

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

20:30-05:45

1 stop24h 15m

$1,465

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 16/6

05:55-18:35

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

19:50-04:40

1 stop24h 50m

$1,472

BrisbaneJohannesburg

BNE - JNB

BNEJNB

Brisbane

Mon 23/3

14:35-18:35

1 stop36h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

13:45-16:55

1 stop19h 10m

$1,539

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 3/2

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

20:30-23:20

1 stop41h 50m

$1,565

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 28/2

08:20-06:10

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

19:55-11:50

1 stop30h 55m

$1,578

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 9/3

13:10-19:40

3 stops39h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

12:45-23:20

1 stop25h 35m

$1,633

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $975). Flying from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,281). 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 AU to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 January 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 43% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

How often are flights from Australia to Johannesburg delayed?

About 27% of weekly flights between Australia and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 221 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Australia to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Australia to Johannesburg flights?

Over the past year, South African have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 4 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas Airways from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    For as low as $1,193, Singapore Airlines can have you in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Australia in 23h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8306 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $712. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    While on average a flight from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally $4,173, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,299. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,154 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to OR Tambo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to OR Tambo 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 Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $975). Flying from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,281). 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 Australia to OR Tambo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$744Average$1,588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,032Average$1,524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,229Average$1,697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,327Average$1,853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,335Average$1,852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,426Average$1,721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,444Average$1,820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,462Average$2,181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,547Average$1,993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,759Average$2,269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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