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Cheap flights from Australia to South Africa from $878

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 14/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
30 Jun — 7 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 May 2026.

Fri 4/906:25
PER
-
JNB
1 stop42h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 15/920:25
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 30/5$1,499
Fri 14/806:25
PER
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 15/920:25
JNB
-
PER
1 stop26h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 29/5$1,507
Wed 12/805:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 26/820:25
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 31/5$1,529
Tue 1/916:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 22/920:25
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/5$1,568
Fri 4/916:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 17/913:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop28h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 30/5$1,574
Thu 15/1016:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 5/1113:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop28h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 29/5$1,582
Tue 15/916:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 29/913:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop16h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 31/5$1,629
Mon 9/1116:10
SYD
-
CPT
2 stops26h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 23/1110:40
CPT
-
SYD
2 stops36h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 28/5$1,632
Thu 15/1022:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop22h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 15/1120:20
JNB
-
PER
1 stop40h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5$1,650
Mon 14/901:10
PER
-
JNB
1 stop48h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 30/913:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop18h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 31/5$1,660
Thu 29/1022:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 19/1113:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/5$1,666
Fri 5/622:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop41h 45m
Qatar Airways
Fri 12/612:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5$1,668

Find flight deals from Australia to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 31 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,499

One-way from

$878

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,798

Good round-trip deal

$2,098 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,228 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 4/9-15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 77h 00m total
  • Australia to South Africa
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14/10
  • 14/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 15m total
  • Australia to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($97 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to South Africa 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 31 May 2026.
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SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/11

16:10-09:25

2 stops26h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/11

10:40-07:40

2 stops36h 00m

$1,632

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Fri 24/7

06:25-19:20

1 stop18h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

20:25-23:55

1 stop21h 30m

$1,734

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Tue 1/9

15:50-10:30

2 stops48h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

18:00-01:10

2 stops49h 10m

$1,782

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/10

14:50-17:30

1 stop34h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/10

16:35-06:35

2 stops53h 00m

$1,830

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Tue 3/11

14:35-09:25

2 stops26h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

10:40-10:45

2 stops40h 05m

$1,853

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/10

21:30-08:20

1 stop43h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

09:50-06:35

1 stop35h 45m

$1,867

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,869

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Mon 20/7

01:10-19:20

1 stop24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/7

20:25-05:10

1 stop26h 45m

$1,878

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Tue 3/11

15:10-17:25

1 stop34h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

12:35-22:55

1 stop26h 20m

$1,966

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 25/10

16:10-15:35

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

09:25-23:20

3 stops28h 55m

$2,037

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to South Africa

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 $1,376). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,459). 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?

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 31 May 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 43% versus a flight in the morning.

How often are flights from Australia to South Africa delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Australia and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 148 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 morning tend to experience delays more often.

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

Tuesday 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 8% 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 31 May 2026.
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
1,526 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

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
1,526 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,526 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,577 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,526 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

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
7.6
Good
62 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,526 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

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
1,042 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,526 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

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
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,526 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to South Africa?

    For as low as $1,632, Singapore Airlines can have you in South Africa from Australia in 26h 15m. The distance from Australia to South Africa is about 10981 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 Etihad Airways ($664), Qatar Airways ($699), and Virgin Australia ($739).

  • 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.

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    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 $1,376). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,459). 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 9 airlines flying from Australia to South Africa

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Australia to South Africa. 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 31 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$692Average$1,564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$698Average$1,968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$760Average$1,797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$762Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$962Average$1,745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,185Average$1,692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,218Average$1,936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,227Average$2,095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,440Average$2,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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