Cheap flights from Australia to South Africa from $753
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SYD — JNB
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Cheapest flights from Australia to South AfricaExplore 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 9 October 2026.
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 9 October 2026.
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Deal found 9/10$1,537
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Deal found 9/10$1,665
Best flights from Australia to South AfricaDiscover 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 9 October 2026.
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 9 October 2026.
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Deal found 5/10$2,053
Direct flights from Australia to South AfricaExplore direct flight options from Australia to South Africa based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 9 October 2026.
Explore direct flight options from Australia to South Africa based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 9 October 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Australia to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Australia to South Africa. Data last updated 9 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Australia to South Africa. Data last updated 9 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
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Deal found 9/10$1,622
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Deal found 9/10$1,665
One-way flights from Australia to South AfricaSearch for one-way flight options from Australia to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 9 October 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Australia to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 9 October 2026.
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BrisbaneJohannesburg
BNE Brisbane - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
BNEJNB
Brisbane
Thu 5/11
13:00-08:25
2 stops51h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$876
PerthDurban
PER Perth - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
PERDUR
Perth
Mon 23/11
14:40-11:35
3 stops50h 55m
Durban King Shaka Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-06:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$939
PerthJohannesburg
PER Perth - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
PERJNB
Perth
Fri 16/10
05:35-13:30
3 stops37h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
00:00-06:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$965
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 26/10
13:25-15:35
3 stops35h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$973
PerthJohannesburg
PER Perth - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
PERJNB
Perth
Thu 14/1
07:25-15:35
3 stops38h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
00:00-06:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$989
BrisbaneJohannesburg
BNE Brisbane - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
BNEJNB
Brisbane
Sun 28/2
09:05-08:25
3 stops55h 20m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,037
BrisbaneJohannesburg
BNE Brisbane - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
BNEJNB
Brisbane
Mon 26/10
23:40-08:25
3 stops40h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,042
BrisbaneCape Town
BNE Brisbane - CPT Cape Town Intl
BNECPT
Brisbane
Wed 24/2
15:10-10:30
1 stop27h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,060
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
MELJNB
Melbourne
Tue 20/10
17:10-04:00
1 stop43h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,074
BrisbaneJohannesburg
BNE Brisbane - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
BNEJNB
Brisbane
Sun 28/2
15:10-15:35
1 stop32h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,090
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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 $1,711). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,752). 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 9 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 81 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 3 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
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 9 October 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.
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.2
Entertainment
8.1
Boarding
8.3
Food
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SYD - SIN
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.2
Entertainment
8.1
Boarding
8.3
Food
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SYD - SIN
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.2
Entertainment
8.1
Boarding
8.3
Food
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SYD - SIN
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.2
Entertainment
8.1
Boarding
8.3
Food
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SYD - SIN
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.2
Entertainment
8.1
Boarding
8.3
Food
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SYD - SIN
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.2
Entertainment
8.1
Boarding
8.3
Food
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SYD - SIN
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