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Cheap flights from Australia to South Africa from $828

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
9 May — 16 May1
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 9 April 2026.

Thu 7/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 23/509:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,365
Thu 21/507:20
PER
-
JNB
3 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/609:50
JNB
-
PER
2 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,374
Tue 23/617:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 3/709:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/4$1,382
Sat 23/504:45
PER
-
JNB
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/509:45
JNB
-
PER
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4$1,398
Fri 22/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 29/509:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,398
Thu 14/507:40
PER
-
JNB
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,405
Mon 10/805:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 24/813:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,405
Wed 19/805:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 2/919:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop27h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,406
Tue 12/504:45
PER
-
JNB
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/519:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4$1,420
Sat 9/517:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 17/509:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,426
Sat 6/617:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 29/609:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,449
Fri 2/1018:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 23/1019:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/4$1,463

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 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,365

One-way from

$828

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,857

Good round-trip deal

$1,932 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,254 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 7/5-23/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • Australia to South Africa
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28/4
  • 28/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 45m 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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Cheapest return flight

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Tue 28/7

06:25-18:35

1 stop18h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/8

13:45-05:10

1 stop33h 25m

$1,681

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Thu 21/5

04:45-08:15

2 stops33h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

12:40-01:20

2 stops30h 40m

$1,708

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Sat 9/5

22:55-10:30

1 stop41h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

19:50-12:15

1 stop34h 25m

$1,800

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Sat 2/5

22:55-04:00

1 stop35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

12:40-12:15

1 stop41h 35m

$1,800

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Sun 19/4

22:55-10:30

1 stop41h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

19:50-12:15

1 stop34h 25m

$1,878

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/5

06:00-16:40

1 stop42h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

13:15-06:25

2 stops33h 10m

$1,885

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/5

09:50-11:30

2 stops33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

13:15-06:25

2 stops33h 10m

$1,887

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/6

09:50-11:30

2 stops33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

13:15-06:05

1 stop32h 50m

$1,892

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

22:45-10:30

1 stop43h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

12:40-17:15

1 stop44h 35m

$1,892

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/5

20:45-17:20

2 stops52h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

19:30-17:30

1 stop38h 00m

$1,895

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to South Africa (average of $934). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,383). 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 April 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 20% of weekly flights between Australia and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 141 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 7% of flights being delayed.

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 April 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
1,491 reviews
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Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
South African
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,017 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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 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 $1,681, Singapore Airlines can have you in South Africa from Australia in 18h 10m. The distance from Australia to South Africa is about 8306 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 ($676), Qatar Airways ($717), and Virgin Australia ($752).

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to South Africa (average of $934). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,383). 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 9 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$628Average$1,594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$775Average$1,755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$918Average$1,600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$959Average$1,967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$982Average$1,741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,207Average$1,723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,250Average$2,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,256Average$1,926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,475Average$2,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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