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Cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $930

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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
20 Jul — 27 Jul1
1 adult

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

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 15 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,480

One-way from

$930

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,979

Good round-trip deal

$1,926 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,209 or less
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 11/10-25/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 20m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
4/8
  • 4/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 20m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($427 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($119 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 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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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 15 July 2025.

Sun 7/918:05SYD - JNB
1 stop32h 30mSingapore Airlines
Sun 21/913:45JNB - SYD
1 stop32h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 13/7$1,517
Tue 23/915:40SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 40mEtihad Airways
Thu 20/1109:50JNB - SYD
1 stop23h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/7$1,531
Mon 6/1016:40SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/1011:20JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$1,560
Tue 19/809:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mQantas Airways
Sat 20/918:45JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/7$1,898

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Fly from

Sydney

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/10

21:30-08:20

1 stop43h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/10

11:20-20:50

1 stop24h 30m

$1,480

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/9

18:05-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/9

13:45-05:55

1 stop32h 10m

$1,517

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 23/9

15:40-08:20

1 stop24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

09:50-18:35

1 stop23h 45m

$1,531

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/8

09:30-16:15

Nonstop14h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/9

18:45-14:45

Nonstop12h 00m

$1,898

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 4/8

12:50-20:10

3 stops39h 20m

$930

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/8

21:30-08:20

1 stop42h 50m

$936

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 4/8

10:10-07:40

1 stop29h 30m

$1,195

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/8

19:05-05:15

1 stop18h 10m

$1,291

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 21/7

09:30-16:20

Nonstop14h 50m

$1,294

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,095). Flying from Sydney 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 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 15 July 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 13% 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 13 July 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?

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 15 July 2025.
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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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. 11 airlines have flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Sydney Kingsford Smith on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Singapore Airlines, at $1,517, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Etihad Airways and Qantas Airways. Singapore Airlines is 21% 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 $936 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $1,195 and South African from $1,291 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 $4,212, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,078. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,424 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 Boat Quay are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay can be visited by traveling about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $128 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,095). Flying from Sydney 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 Sydney to OR Tambo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 15 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$961Average$1,970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,146Average$1,551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,239Average$1,599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,516Average$1,746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,517Average$2,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,561Average$1,644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,603Average$1,873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,668Average$1,970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,711Average$2,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,807Average$2,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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