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Cheap flights from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $508

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 8/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
7 Mar — 14 Mar1
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 5 February 2026.

Tue 3/306:40
PER
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 10/319:55
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,133
Wed 4/306:40
PER
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 7/319:55
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,138
Tue 17/201:15
PER
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 4/319:55
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,165
Sun 26/701:10
PER
-
JNB
1 stop23h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 17/819:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop27h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,168
Sun 26/416:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 6/519:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop22h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,172
Fri 5/616:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 23/619:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop22h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,182
Sun 1/317:05
PER
-
JNB
1 stop31h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 14/319:55
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,192
Mon 11/518:10
BNE
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 8/619:50
JNB
-
BNE
1 stop39h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,199
Tue 9/601:10
PER
-
JNB
1 stop23h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 24/619:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop27h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,203
Mon 10/811:00
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 24/819:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop26h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,206
Sat 31/1008:05
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 14/1119:55
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop30h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,216
Fri 6/306:40
PER
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 14/319:55
JNB
-
PER
1 stop27h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,223

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 5 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,133

One-way from

$508

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,563

Good round-trip deal

$1,499 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,065 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 3/3-14/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Australia to Johannesburg
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8/2
  • 8/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 20m total
  • Australia to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($81 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 5 February 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

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/4

21:30-08:20

1 stop43h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

09:50-16:50

1 stop23h 00m

$1,304

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 3/4

21:30-08:20

1 stop43h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

09:50-06:10

1 stop36h 20m

$1,304

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Mon 2/3

08:30-07:25

1 stop28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

11:00-22:55

1 stop29h 55m

$1,352

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Thu 11/6

08:20-07:55

1 stop29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/6

11:10-06:50

1 stop37h 40m

$1,366

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Mon 8/6

08:20-07:55

1 stop29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/6

11:10-06:50

1 stop37h 40m

$1,366

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 16/5

05:55-18:35

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

19:50-04:40

1 stop24h 50m

$1,383

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

07:00-18:35

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

19:50-11:00

1 stop31h 10m

$1,383

BrisbaneJohannesburg

BNE - JNB

BNEJNB

Brisbane

Mon 9/3

18:10-18:35

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

19:50-16:55

1 stop37h 05m

$1,387

BrisbaneJohannesburg

BNE - JNB

BNEJNB

Brisbane

Mon 18/5

18:10-18:35

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

13:45-19:30

1 stop21h 45m

$1,387

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Sun 1/3

08:30-07:25

1 stop28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

11:00-06:55

1 stop37h 55m

$1,414

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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 $932). Flying from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,223). 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 5 February 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 23% of weekly flights between Australia and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 218 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 5 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,449 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

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
1,449 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,449 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

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
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,504 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,449 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

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
986 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,449 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

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
1,380 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,449 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

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
7.3
Good
52 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,449 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

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

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 $1,383, Etihad Airways can have you in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Australia in 20h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 10313 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 $680. 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?

    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 $3,674, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,268. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $706 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 $932). Flying from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,223). 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 9 airlines flying from Australia to OR Tambo

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 5 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$632Average$1,312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$779Average$1,770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$946Average$1,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$983Average$1,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,246Average$1,671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,279Average$1,760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,364Average$2,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,379Average$1,737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,483Average$1,951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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