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Cheap flights from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $776

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 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
7 May — 14 May1
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 7 April 2026.

Thu 7/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 23/509:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,392
Sat 6/617:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 29/609:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/4$1,396
Sat 2/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/509:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/4$1,398
Thu 21/507:20
PER
-
JNB
3 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/609:50
JNB
-
PER
2 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,401
Tue 23/617:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 3/709:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/4$1,409
Fri 22/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 29/509:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,425
Thu 14/507:40
PER
-
JNB
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,433
Tue 27/1010:15
ADL
-
JNB
1 stop40h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 9/1219:55
JNB
-
ADL
1 stop28h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,433
Mon 10/805:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 24/813:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,433
Wed 19/805:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 2/919:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,434
Sun 16/823:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 31/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/4$1,440
Fri 8/505:35
PER
-
JNB
2 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$1,444

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 7 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,392

One-way from

$776

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,894

Good round-trip deal

$1,971 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,279 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 7/5-23/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • Australia to Johannesburg
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18/5
  • 18/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 20m total
  • Australia to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($384 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($100 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to OR Tambo 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 7 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AdelaideJohannesburg

ADL - JNB

ADLJNB

Adelaide

Sun 2/8

17:35-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/8

13:45-07:25

1 stop34h 10m

$1,568

AdelaideJohannesburg

ADL - JNB

ADLJNB

Adelaide

Wed 26/8

09:10-18:35

1 stop64h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

19:50-07:25

1 stop52h 05m

$1,631

AdelaideJohannesburg

ADL - JNB

ADLJNB

Adelaide

Fri 31/7

17:35-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/8

19:50-16:20

1 stop37h 00m

$1,636

AdelaideJohannesburg

ADL - JNB

ADLJNB

Adelaide

Mon 31/8

17:35-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

19:50-16:20

1 stop37h 00m

$1,664

BrisbaneJohannesburg

BNE - JNB

BNEJNB

Brisbane

Mon 17/8

18:10-18:35

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

19:50-16:55

1 stop37h 05m

$1,670

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Tue 28/7

06:25-18:35

1 stop18h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/8

13:45-05:10

1 stop33h 25m

$1,714

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/8

21:30-08:20

1 stop42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

09:50-06:10

1 stop36h 20m

$1,834

AdelaideJohannesburg

ADL - JNB

ADLJNB

Adelaide

Wed 26/8

18:50-08:20

3 stops45h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

14:45-15:50

1 stop41h 35m

$1,888

BrisbaneJohannesburg

BNE - JNB

BNEJNB

Brisbane

Wed 19/8

16:55-15:20

2 stops30h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

14:45-05:05

2 stops30h 20m

$1,920

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 26/4

22:45-04:00

1 stop37h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

19:50-17:15

1 stop37h 25m

$1,923

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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 $953). Flying from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,411). 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 7 April 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 20% of weekly flights between Australia and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 141 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night 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 7 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andSouth African 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,490 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,249 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
South African
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,017 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,428 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    For as low as $1,920, Singapore Airlines can have you in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Australia in 30h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11631 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 $689. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia, 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?

    The most popular flight routes from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Perth - Johannesburg OR Tambo and Melbourne - Johannesburg OR Tambo.

  • 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 $3,835, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,288. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,383 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 $953). Flying from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,411). 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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Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Australia to OR Tambo. 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 7 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$641Average$1,330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$790Average$1,790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$937Average$1,632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$978Average$1,745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,002Average$1,507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,281Average$1,868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,364Average$2,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,398Average$1,762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,504Average$2,053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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