How long is the flight from Sydney to South Africa?

A quick flight from Sydney to South Africa can take about 33h 20m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,035. Airlines will cover a distance of 11018 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to South Africa one-way?

For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $683. Users have also found prices from $810 and $849 on Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways, respectively.

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).

What are the most popular routes from Sydney to South Africa?

When deciding which route to take from Sydney to South Africa, consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Cape Town Intl or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Durban King Shaka Intl, as they are the most popular.

What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to South Africa?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Sydney to South Africa? While on average our users pay $3,713, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $923. The most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around $1,455.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to South Africa?

Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines and South African are the most popular airlines when flying from Sydney to South Africa.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to South Africa?

Located just 7.5 km from the city centre, Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to South Africa from Sydney.

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

Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney 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 Sydney to South Africa.

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to South Africa (average of $1,678). Flying from Sydney to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,634). 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 ZA?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to South Africa as you normally would.

How often are flights from Sydney to South Africa delayed?

About 28% of weekly flights between Sydney and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 152 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 28% of flights being delayed.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to South Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 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 a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,South African, andQantas Airways from Sydney to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.

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On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.

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On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.

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Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.

Etihad Airways

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Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to South Africa?
Located just 7.5 km from the city centre, Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to South Africa from Sydney.
How long is the flight from Sydney to South Africa?
A quick flight from Sydney to South Africa can take about 33h 20m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,035. Airlines will cover a distance of 11018 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to South Africa one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $683. Users have also found prices from $810 and $849 on Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from Sydney to South Africa?
When deciding which route to take from Sydney to South Africa, consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Cape Town Intl or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Durban King Shaka Intl, as they are the most popular.
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to South Africa?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Sydney to South Africa? While on average our users pay $3,713, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $923. The most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around $1,455.
Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to South Africa that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Sydney to South Africa?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to South Africa.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to South Africa?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to South Africa?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to South Africa (average of $1,678). Flying from Sydney to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,634). 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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Etihad Airways	Cheapest$726	Average$1,561	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$761	Average$2,043	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$838	Average$1,833	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$846	Average$1,608	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$1,073	Average$1,574	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,400	Average$2,225	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	Cheapest$1,405	Average$2,221	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
South African	Cheapest$1,590	Average$2,191	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights

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Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to South Africa as you normally would.

How often are flights from Sydney to South Africa delayed?

About 28% of weekly flights between Sydney and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 152 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 28% of flights being delayed.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to South Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 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 a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,South African, andQantas Airways from Sydney to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 9 September 2026.

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Last-minute flights from Sydney to South Africa
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One-way flights from Sydney to South Africa
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 9 September 2026.