How long is the flight from Australia to South Africa?

For as low as $1,980, Turkish Airlines can have you in South Africa from Australia in 14h 50m. The distance from Australia to South Africa is about 7876 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 to fly from Australia to South Africa one-way?

The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Australia to South Africa are Singapore Airlines ($706), Qatar Airways ($714), and Etihad Airways ($731).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Can I find deals for flights from Australia to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Australia to South Africa?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to South Africa.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to South Africa?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to South Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Australia to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 26 October 2026.

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Find flight deals from Australia to South Africa

Round-trip from	$1,448
One-way from	$734
Popular in	December
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Average price	$1,983
Good round-trip deal	$1,633 or less
Good one-way deal	$1,320 or less

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PER Perth - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Mon 23/11

10:35-08:25

3 stops27h 50m

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Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

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$750

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Sat 7/11

13:25-08:25

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00:00-08:00

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00:00-06:00

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20:50-16:45

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00:00-06:00

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00:00-06:00

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1 stop27h 20m

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00:00-08:00

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$1,060

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00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,061

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2 stops42h 00m

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00:00-08:00

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PER Perth - CPT Cape Town Intl

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10:35-14:35

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00:00-06:00

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15:50-08:40

1 stop25h 50m

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00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,104

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to South Africa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to South Africa (average of $1,689). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,735). 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 ZA?

When flying from Australia to South Africa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 42% versus a flight in the morning.

How often are flights from Australia to South Africa delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between Australia and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 156 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Australia to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday 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 Australia to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, South African have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Australia to South Africa?

The price you pay for your flight from Australia to South Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 83 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to South Africa?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to South Africa flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African from Australia to South Africa. 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.

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,627 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,627 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

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1,627 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

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Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,688 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,627 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

South African

7.7

Good

65 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,627 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,117 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,627 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Qatar Airways

7.3

Good

3,707 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,627 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

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How long is the flight from Australia to South Africa?
For as low as $1,980, Turkish Airlines can have you in South Africa from Australia in 14h 50m. The distance from Australia to South Africa is about 7876 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 to fly from Australia to South Africa one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Australia to South Africa are Singapore Airlines ($706), Qatar Airways ($714), and Etihad Airways ($731).
Can I find deals for flights from Australia to South Africa that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Australia to South Africa?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to South Africa.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to South Africa?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to South Africa 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 South Africa?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to South Africa (average of $1,689). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,735). 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 South Africa

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$676	Average$2,157	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	Cheapest$741	Average$1,723	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$794	Average$1,695	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$977	Average$2,034	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Emirates	Cheapest$1,132	Average$2,287	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,192	Average$2,332	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
South African	Cheapest$1,247	Average$2,175	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$1,283	Average$2,371	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air Mauritius	Cheapest$1,458	Average$2,004	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Air Mauritius flights
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$1,742	Average$1,742	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AU to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 October 2026.

When flying from Australia to South Africa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 42% versus a flight in the morning.

How often are flights from Australia to South Africa delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between Australia and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 156 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Australia to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday 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 Australia to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, South African have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Australia to South Africa?

The price you pay for your flight from Australia to South Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 83 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Australia to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 24 October 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to South Africa flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African from Australia to South Africa. 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.

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How long is the flight from Australia to South Africa?

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