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Cheap flights from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $785

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 27/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
20 Dec — 27 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 20 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,354

One-way from

$828

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,805

Good round-trip deal

$1,800 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,220 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 27/4-5/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 05m total
  • Australia to Johannesburg
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 19/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 43h 35m total
  • Australia to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($346 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($99 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 20 November 2025.

Mon 24/1100:25PER - JNB
1 stop37h 00mCathay Pacific
Mon 8/1211:20JNB - PER
1 stop37h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/11$1,515
Sun 23/1108:30PER - JNB
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Fri 28/1111:00JNB - PER
1 stop37h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/11$1,664
Thu 20/1121:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1111:00JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11$1,669
Thu 20/1115:55PER - JNB
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1219:55JNB - PER
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,683
Sun 23/1118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Sun 7/1209:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/11$1,689
Wed 3/1200:25PER - JNB
1 stop37h 00mCathay Pacific
Mon 8/1211:20JNB - PER
1 stop29h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/11$1,695
Sun 23/1108:30PER - JNB
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Sun 30/1111:00JNB - PER
1 stop29h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/11$1,754
Fri 21/1115:50SYD - JNB
1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,754
Mon 1/1208:30PER - JNB
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Fri 9/111:00JNB - PER
1 stop37h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/11$1,794
Wed 26/1122:45PER - JNB
1 stop35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1219:55JNB - PER
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,819
Tue 25/1100:25PER - JNB
1 stop37h 00mCathay Pacific
Wed 3/1211:00JNB - PER
1 stop37h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/11$1,842
Thu 20/1115:50SYD - JNB
1 stop25h 50mQatar Airways
Tue 25/1109:25JNB - SYD
2 stops27h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/11$1,842

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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.

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Australia

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Tue 10/2

06:40-18:35

1 stop17h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

13:40-23:55

1 stop28h 15m

$1,398

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

$1,410

AdelaideJohannesburg

ADL - JNB

ADLJNB

Adelaide

Fri 17/4

17:35-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

19:50-07:25

1 stop28h 05m

$1,411

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 8/2

00:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

19:55-05:45

1 stop24h 50m

$1,462

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Tue 24/3

00:25-07:25

1 stop37h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

11:20-22:40

1 stop29h 20m

$1,535

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

00:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

19:55-12:10

1 stop31h 15m

$1,576

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Tue 28/4

04:40-13:05

3 stops38h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

11:20-22:40

1 stop29h 20m

$1,657

AdelaideJohannesburg

ADL - JNB

ADLJNB

Adelaide

Fri 17/4

17:35-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

13:45-07:25

1 stop34h 10m

$1,669

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Tue 10/2

05:15-08:20

2 stops33h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

11:00-22:55

1 stop29h 55m

$1,678

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/3

19:10-18:35

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

19:50-06:55

1 stop26h 05m

$1,704

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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 $1,006). Flying from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,374). 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 20 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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

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

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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 20 November 2025.
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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,419 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,419 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,419 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,407 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,419 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
942 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,419 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
South African
7.5
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,419 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,308 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,419 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

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 $1,962, Singapore Airlines can have you in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Australia in 14h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11018 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 Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $870. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways 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?

    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 $4,078, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,233. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,191 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 $1,006). Flying from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,374). 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

Discover the top 10 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 20 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$782Average$1,779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,073Average$1,600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,277Average$1,756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,353Average$1,889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,408Average$1,914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,411Average$1,754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air MauritiusCheapest$1,473Average$2,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,492Average$1,882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,548Average$2,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,619Average$2,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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