Cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $867
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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
18 12월 — 25 12월1
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 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 18 11월 2025.
화 18/1116:35SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
토 22/1111:20JNB - SYD
1 stop37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,663
월 24/1121:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mMultiple Airlines
월 1/1211:20JNB - SYD
1 stop34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,672
토 22/1121:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
토 29/1109:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/11$1,700
일 23/1121:40SYD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
토 29/1109:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$1,741
목 20/1111:05SYD - JNB
1 stop29h 20mCathay Pacific
일 23/1111:00JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/11$1,753
월 24/1116:35SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 45mEtihad Airways
토 29/1109:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/11$1,775
금 21/1121:40SYD - JNB
1 stop39h 15mMultiple Airlines
일 7/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,779
목 20/1121:40SYD - JNB
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
화 25/1111:00JNB - SYD
1 stop37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$1,824
화 2/1207:15SYD - JNB
3 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
일 7/1209:50JNB - SYD
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$1,836
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 18 11월 2025.
월 24/1106:35SYD - JNB
2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
월 1/1209:50JNB - SYD
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,683
목 20/1111:05SYD - JNB
1 stop29h 20mCathay Pacific
일 23/1111:00JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/11$1,753
월 1/1221:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
수 31/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/11$1,850
금 30/109:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways
수 18/217:30JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/11$1,964
월 1/1206:30SYD - JNB
2 stops33h 55mCathay Pacific
일 7/1211:00JNB - SYD
1 stop37h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/11$1,976
수 3/1217:35SYD - JNB
3 stops47h 45mMultiple Airlines
수 24/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$2,002
월 2/218:30SYD - JNB
1 stop33h 20mQantas Airways
월 9/317:30JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/11$2,086
수 3/1215:15SYD - JNB
1 stop25h 10mCathay Pacific
목 25/1211:00JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/11$2,168
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 18 11월 2025.
월 2/209:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways
월 9/317:30JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/11$1,918
금 30/109:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways
수 18/217:30JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/11$1,962
월 27/409:35SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 50mQantas Airways
월 11/518:45JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/11$1,970
목 26/309:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways
월 13/418:45JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/11$2,022
월 9/309:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways
수 25/317:30JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/11$2,063
일 30/1109:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways
목 11/1217:30JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/11$2,066
금 28/1109:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways
일 14/1217:30JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/11$2,070
목 15/109:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways
목 15/117:30JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/11$2,077
수 13/509:35SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 50mQantas Airways
목 4/618:45JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/11$2,091
Last-minute flights from Sydney to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to OR Tambo. Data last updated 18 11월 2025 and is based on user searches.
화 18/1116:35SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
토 22/1111:20JNB - SYD
1 stop37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,663
목 20/1111:05SYD - JNB
1 stop29h 20mCathay Pacific
일 23/1111:00JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/11$1,753
목 20/1121:40SYD - JNB
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
화 25/1111:00JNB - SYD
1 stop37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$1,824
금 21/1121:40SYD - JNB
1 stop39h 15mMultiple Airlines
일 7/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,779
토 22/1121:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
토 29/1109:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/11$1,700
일 23/1121:40SYD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
토 29/1109:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$1,741
월 24/1121:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mMultiple Airlines
월 1/1211:20JNB - SYD
1 stop34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,672
월 24/1116:35SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 45mEtihad Airways
토 29/1109:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/11$1,775
화 2/1207:15SYD - JNB
3 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
일 7/1209:50JNB - SYD
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$1,836
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 18 11월 2025.
목 5/221:45SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/11$867
수 21/120:05SYD - JNB
3 stops45h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$901
토 2/520:45SYD - JNB
2 stops48h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$912
목 5/220:05SYD - JNB
3 stops45h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$961
수 13/510:15SYD - JNB
3 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$964
수 21/115:50SYD - JNB
1 stop32h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/11$999
토 29/1120:05SYD - JNB
3 stops45h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,042
토 2/507:55SYD - JNB
1 stop30h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 15/11$1,047
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 18 11월 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 18 11월 2025.
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SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
월 24/11
06:35-08:20
2 stops34h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
월 1/12
09:50-06:15
2 stops35h 25m
$1,683
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
목 20/11
11:05-07:25
1 stop29h 20m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
일 23/11
11:00-20:50
1 stop24h 50m
$1,753
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
월 1/12
21:30-08:20
1 stop43h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
수 31/12
09:50-06:35
1 stop35h 45m
$1,850
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
금 30/1
09:30-15:00
Nonstop14h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
수 18/2
17:30-14:30
Nonstop12h 00m
$1,964
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
월 1/12
06:30-07:25
2 stops33h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
일 7/12
11:00-09:35
1 stop37h 35m
$1,976
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
수 3/12
17:35-08:20
3 stops47h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
수 24/12
09:50-06:35
1 stop35h 45m
$2,002
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
월 2/2
18:30-18:50
1 stop33h 20m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
월 9/3
17:30-14:30
Nonstop12h 00m
$2,086
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
수 3/12
15:15-07:25
1 stop25h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
목 25/12
11:00-07:15
1 stop35h 15m
$2,168
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
수 21/1
20:05-08:20
3 stops45h 15m
$901
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
수 13/5
10:15-19:40
3 stops41h 25m
$964
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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to OR Tambo
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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 $1,158). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,495). 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 18 11월 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.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
How often are flights from Sydney to Johannesburg delayed?
About 45% of weekly flights between Sydney and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 166 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 Saturday 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 45% 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 60% of one-stop itineraries from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.
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: 19h 28m.
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: 19h 28m.
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 3h 04m.
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 11월 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways, andCathay Pacific 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.
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 14h 30m. Fly via Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways, or Qantas 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 $1,065, 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 $4,058, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,227. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,188 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.
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 $130 per day.
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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,158). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,495). 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.
Travelling to a place near Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Book flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport if you plan to visit one of these locations
Kempton Park
Sandton
Potchefstroom
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