Cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $857
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
4 Oct — 11 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or February, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 September 2026.
Mon 12/1021:50 -
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Deal found 3/9$1,716
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Deal found 1/9$1,732
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Deal found 31/8$1,734
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Deal found 31/8$1,766
Fri 16/1010:45 -
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Fri 23/1014:05 -
1 stop32h 05m
Deal found 31/8$1,767
Mon 26/1015:50 -
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Deal found 4/9$1,768
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Wed 21/1014:05 -
2 stops32h 50m
Deal found 31/8$1,771
Best flights from Sydney to OR Tambo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to OR Tambo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 4 September 2026.
Thu 15/1019:00 -
1 stop33h 20m
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1 stop19h 15m
Deal found 3/9$2,036
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2 stops39h 35m
Deal found 3/9$2,065
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2 stops56h 25m
Sun 18/1018:00 -
2 stops41h 10m
Deal found 31/8$2,077
Thu 15/1015:50 -
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Sat 31/1013:45 -
2 stops32h 40m
Deal found 1/9$2,367
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Deal found 2/9$2,403
Mon 28/906:25 -
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1 stop37h 30m
Deal found 3/9$2,541
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Deal found 1/9$2,446
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Deal found 3/9$2,754
Direct flights from Sydney to OR Tambo
Explore direct flight options from Sydney to OR Tambo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 4 September 2026.
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Deal found 3/9$2,171
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Deal found 2/9$2,274
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Deal found 1/9$2,281
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Deal found 1/9$2,299
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Deal found 2/9$2,319
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Deal found 30/8$2,324
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Deal found 1/9$2,336
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Nonstop12h 10m
Deal found 31/8$2,354
Last-minute flights from Sydney to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to OR Tambo. Data last updated 4 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Mon 12/1021:50 -
3 stops31h 20m
Tue 20/1014:05 -
1 stop32h 05m
Deal found 3/9$1,716
Mon 12/1019:00 -
1 stop33h 20m
Wed 28/1017:55 -
Nonstop12h 00m
Deal found 1/9$1,732
Thu 15/1019:00 -
1 stop33h 20m
Wed 28/1017:55 -
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Deal found 31/8$1,734
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1 stop33h 20m
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Deal found 31/8$1,766
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Fri 23/1014:05 -
1 stop32h 05m
Deal found 31/8$1,767
Mon 19/1012:00 -
1 stop40h 20m
Wed 21/1014:05 -
2 stops32h 50m
Deal found 31/8$1,771
Mon 26/1015:50 -
1 stop32h 45m
Tue 3/1113:45 -
1 stop32h 05m
Deal found 4/9$1,768
One-way flights from Sydney to OR Tambo
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 4 September 2026.
Thu 15/1012:00 -
1 stop40h 20m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 31/8$857
Fri 16/1010:45 -
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Deal found 1/9$916
Thu 1/1014:50 -
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Deal found 2/9$1,024
Mon 9/1115:50 -
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Deal found 31/8$1,025
Wed 18/1115:50 -
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Deal found 4/9$1,028
Thu 15/1021:35 -
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Deal found 31/8$1,031
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Deal found 1/9$1,035
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Deal found 30/8$1,044
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Deal found 1/9$1,056
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Deal found 31/8$1,057
Find flight deals from Sydney to OR Tambo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 4 September 2026.
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SydneyJohannesburg
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 15/11
15:50-15:35
1 stop32h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,056
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 24/10
15:50-15:35
1 stop32h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,128
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 10/9
14:50-04:00
1 stop45h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,149
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 24/10
08:55-22:25
3 stops46h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,208
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 10/9
08:35-13:30
3 stops36h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,259
Fastest return journey
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 24/10
10:35-16:25
Nonstop14h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,578
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 15/10
19:00-19:20
1 stop33h 20m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 31/10
13:40-17:55
1 stop19h 15m
$2,036
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 19/2
21:35-11:00
2 stops46h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 28/2
18:50-19:25
2 stops39h 35m
$2,065
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 20/9
09:50-10:15
2 stops56h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 18/10
18:00-20:10
2 stops41h 10m
$2,077
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 15/10
15:50-15:15
3 stops32h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 31/10
13:45-07:25
2 stops32h 40m
$2,367
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The best time to book flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 76 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,636). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,681). 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 SYD to JNB?
Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 September 2026.
When flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between $1,768 and $2,335 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,716 on Multiple Airlines (12 Oct–20 Oct).
How often are flights from Sydney to Johannesburg delayed?
About 28% of weekly flights between Sydney and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 152 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Johannesburg flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Johannesburg flights?
Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 28% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 49% of one-stop itineraries from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Doha (DOH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,881.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Perth (PER) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 18h 40m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 05m.
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 September 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andSouth African from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo?
For a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 7.5 km from the centre of the city. Kingsford Smith is the only Sydney airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 8 airlines have flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Sydney Kingsford Smith on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 32h 25m. Fly via Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines, or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Sydney and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 11018 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?
Etihad Airways, at $729, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways. Etihad Airways is 63% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $685 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from $814 and Qatar Airways from $853 one-way.
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
While on average a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally $4,126, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $927. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,384 for that flight.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Singapore most of the time. Perth follows Singapore in terms of the most common stopover location on Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?
Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Merlion are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Merlion can be visited by traveling about 21.6 km, 21.6 km, and 16.9 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $128 per day.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Perth?
RAC Arena, Perth Town Hall, and His Majesty's Theatre are the most popular attractions in Perth if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Travellers on a stopover in Perth can visit RAC Arena, Perth Town Hall, and His Majesty's Theatre, by travelling 10.9 km, 10.2 km, and 10.7 km, respectively after landing at Perth. Travellers can rent a car at Perth for an average daily rate of $46 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?
The least popular stopover on flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Abu Dhabi.
Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Sydney to OR Tambo?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to OR Tambo.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to OR Tambo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,636). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,681). 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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