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Cheap flights from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $942

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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
1 adult

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 18 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,484

One-way from

$942

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,002

Good round-trip deal

$1,869 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,206 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 16/11-29/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 72h 10m total
  • Australia to Johannesburg
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12/9
  • 12/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 20m total
  • Australia to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($438 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($120 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 18 July 2025.

Sun 16/1100:15PER - JNB
1 stop37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1119:50JNB - PER
1 stop34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$1,484
Mon 11/815:40SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 40mEtihad Airways
Sun 24/809:50JNB - SYD
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/7$1,493
Tue 12/805:00MEL - JNB
1 stop35h 20mEtihad Airways
Tue 26/809:50JNB - MEL
1 stop21h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/7$1,496
Mon 22/915:40SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/1011:05JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$1,502
Mon 1/916:35LST - JNB
2 stops34h 00mSingapore Airlines
Mon 8/919:50JNB - LST
2 stops36h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/7$1,510
Tue 9/918:05SYD - JNB
1 stop32h 30mSingapore Airlines
Tue 23/919:50JNB - SYD
1 stop26h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/7$1,521
Fri 26/905:00MEL - JNB
1 stop35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/1011:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$1,526
Sun 31/801:10PER - JNB
1 stop23h 25mSingapore Airlines
Mon 8/919:50JNB - PER
1 stop22h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,535
Mon 11/800:10PER - JNB
1 stop37h 30mCathay Pacific
Tue 26/811:20JNB - PER
1 stop29h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/7$1,550
Sun 26/1000:35MEL - JNB
1 stop27h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sun 9/1113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop36h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,576
Mon 11/818:05BNE - JNB
1 stop32h 30mSingapore Airlines
Tue 26/819:50JNB - BNE
1 stop30h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,655
Mon 29/908:15BNE - JNB
2 stops56h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1111:05JNB - BNE
1 stop27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$1,769

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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

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 11/8

15:40-08:20

1 stop24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/8

09:50-06:10

1 stop36h 20m

$1,493

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 12/8

05:00-08:20

1 stop35h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/8

09:50-15:35

1 stop21h 45m

$1,496

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 22/9

15:40-08:20

1 stop24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/10

11:05-20:50

1 stop24h 45m

$1,502

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Sat 30/8

05:10-07:40

2 stops32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/9

11:20-04:30

2 stops35h 10m

$1,509

LauncestonJohannesburg

LST - JNB

LSTJNB

Launceston

Mon 1/9

16:35-18:35

2 stops34h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

19:50-15:55

2 stops36h 05m

$1,510

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/9

18:05-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/9

19:50-05:55

1 stop26h 05m

$1,521

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 26/9

05:00-08:20

1 stop35h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/10

11:20-23:15

1 stop26h 55m

$1,526

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Mon 18/8

01:10-18:35

1 stop23h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/8

19:50-23:55

1 stop22h 05m

$1,543

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Mon 11/8

00:10-07:40

1 stop37h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/8

11:20-22:40

1 stop29h 20m

$1,550

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 26/10

00:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/11

13:45-10:50

1 stop36h 05m

$1,576

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,095). Flying from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 18 July 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport as you normally would.

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 18 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andKLM 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
3,288 reviews
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Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
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Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
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Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
KLM
7.8
Good
1,374 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
936 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
South African
7.6
Good
36 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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

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.

  • 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 $956. 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, Melbourne - Johannesburg OR Tambo and Perth - 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 $4,262, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,091. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,212 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,095). Flying from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 18 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$904Average$1,938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,091Average$1,644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,253Average$1,809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,421Average$1,905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,448Average$1,917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,452Average$1,696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,510Average$1,843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,535Average$2,314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air MauritiusCheapest$1,546Average$2,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,685Average$2,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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