Cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $875

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
11 Dec — 18 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or February, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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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 11 November 2025.

Thu 13/1121:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1111:00JNB - SYD
1 stop37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$1,593
Thu 13/1121:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Sat 29/1109:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/11$1,613
Mon 24/1121:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Mon 8/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/11$1,668
Sat 15/1115:50SYD - JNB
1 stop25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1111:20JNB - SYD
1 stop37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11$1,740
Mon 10/1121:10SYD - JNB
1 stop41h 25mEmirates
Sun 21/1222:20JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 15mEmirates
Deal found 7/11$1,758
Mon 24/1121:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1211:20JNB - SYD
1 stop37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$1,781
Sun 23/1121:40SYD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11$1,787
Thu 13/1111:15SYD - JNB
3 stops41h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1109:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$1,789
Tue 25/1116:10SYD - JNB
1 stop35h 25mSingapore Airlines
Tue 9/1219:55JNB - SYD
1 stop30h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 9/11$1,807
Sun 23/1121:30SYD - JNB
2 stops43h 50mChina Eastern
Sun 7/1209:50JNB - SYD
2 stops39h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/11$1,815

Cheap 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 11 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,593

One-way from

$875

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,781

Good round-trip deal

$2,068 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,324 or less
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 13/11-27/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 81h 25m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
15/11
  • 15/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 35m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($326 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($96 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo.

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SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/3

19:10-18:35

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

13:45-05:55

1 stop32h 10m

$1,653

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/4

21:30-08:20

1 stop42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

09:50-06:10

1 stop36h 20m

$1,817

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/4

21:30-08:20

1 stop42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

09:50-17:00

1 stop23h 10m

$1,817

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 1/5

15:40-08:20

1 stop24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

09:50-06:10

1 stop36h 20m

$1,817

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/1

20:05-08:20

3 stops45h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

09:50-06:35

1 stop35h 45m

$1,870

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/4

15:40-08:20

1 stop24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/6

09:50-06:10

1 stop36h 20m

$1,925

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 2/5

14:50-16:10

1 stop33h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

13:55-06:15

1 stop32h 20m

$1,962

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/3

15:50-16:00

1 stop33h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

20:40-06:15

1 stop25h 35m

$1,962

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 2/5

14:50-10:00

1 stop27h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

13:55-06:15

1 stop32h 20m

$1,962

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/4

20:10-10:15

1 stop46h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

13:25-06:25

2 stops33h 00m

$2,063

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,155). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,492). 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 11 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 12% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.

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

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 11 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways 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.

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney 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 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. 10 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 or Etihad 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?

    Virgin Australia, at $1,062, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Singapore Airlines and Etihad Airways. Virgin Australia is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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 $4,049, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,224. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,181 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    Sentosa, Merlion, and Sim Lim Square are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Merlion, and Sim Lim Square can be visited by traveling about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 16.3 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $129 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,155). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,492). 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 Sydney to OR Tambo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,062Average$1,755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,146Average$1,445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,278Average$1,591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,494Average$1,757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,509Average$1,775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,570Average$1,992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,624Average$1,928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,644Average$2,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,677Average$2,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,877Average$2,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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