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Cheap flights from Africa to Sydney from $649

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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
13 Feb — 20 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Africa to Sydney

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Africa to Sydney flight deals. Data was last updated 14 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,282

One-way from

$649

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$2,044

Good round-trip deal

$1,610 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,129 or less
6/2-20/2
  • 6/2-20/2
  • 6 total stops
  • 74h 10m total
  • Africa to Sydney
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9/3
  • 9/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 26h 20m total
  • Africa to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($100 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Africa to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Africa to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Cheapest flights from Africa to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Africa to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 January 2026.

Fri 6/206:40
NBO
-
SYD
3 stops42h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/213:35
SYD
-
NBO
3 stops31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,282
Fri 27/209:30
MRU
-
SYD
3 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/310:45
SYD
-
MRU
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,330
Fri 27/206:40
NBO
-
SYD
3 stops42h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/310:45
SYD
-
NBO
3 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1$1,351
Sat 2/506:05
CAI
-
SYD
2 stops31h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 8/511:45
SYD
-
CAI
2 stops47h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/1$1,363
Mon 16/213:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop32h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 26/215:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/1$1,365
Thu 26/209:30
MRU
-
SYD
3 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/320:05
SYD
-
MRU
3 stops41h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,368
Thu 26/201:10
CAI
-
SYD
3 stops47h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/310:45
SYD
-
CAI
3 stops37h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1$1,371
Tue 14/413:30
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop35h 30m
China Eastern
Mon 4/520:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop43h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/1$1,378
Sat 28/212:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sat 7/315:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop32h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/1$1,381
Sat 28/207:25
CAI
-
SYD
3 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/321:15
SYD
-
CAI
2 stops39h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,382
Fri 3/414:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop42h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 20/520:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop44h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/1$1,405
Tue 17/311:00
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop35h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 23/311:05
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 12/1$1,430

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Africa to Sydney 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 14 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Africa to Sydney that are best for you.

Fly from

Africa

Fly to

Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NairobiSydney

NBO - SYD

NBOSYD

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 6/2

06:40-09:15

3 stops42h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/2

13:35-13:10

3 stops31h 35m

$1,282

Port LouisSydney

MRU - SYD

MRUSYD

Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

Fri 27/2

09:30-09:15

3 stops40h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/3

10:45-07:45

2 stops28h 00m

$1,330

Port LouisSydney

MRU - SYD

MRUSYD

Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

Thu 26/2

09:30-09:15

3 stops40h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

20:05-06:55

3 stops41h 50m

$1,368

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Sat 2/5

14:30-12:35

1 stop39h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 8/5

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

$1,378

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Tue 14/4

13:30-09:00

1 stop35h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 4/5

20:30-09:00

1 stop43h 30m

$1,378

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

11:20-06:10

1 stop34h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

10:10-07:40

1 stop29h 30m

$1,433

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

11:20-08:40

1 stop37h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/4

21:50-07:40

1 stop41h 50m

$1,435

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

11:20-10:50

1 stop39h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

10:10-07:40

1 stop29h 30m

$1,436

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Sat 7/3

13:00-13:35

1 stop39h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 14/3

12:00-07:30

1 stop28h 30m

$1,447

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Fri 27/2

07:25-09:15

3 stops40h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/3

21:15-03:40

2 stops39h 25m

$1,450

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Best time to book a flight from Africa to Sydney

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Africa to Sydney

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Sydney (average of $845). Flying from Africa to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,256). 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 AF to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Africa to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 January 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 14 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways from Africa to Sydney have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,466 reviews
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Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,466 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,466 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
970 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,466 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,714 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,466 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,369 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,466 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,165 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,466 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

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

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

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

  • How long is the flight from Africa to Sydney?

    Departing from Africa to Sydney will take you 34h 50m. Africa and Sydney are separated by a distance of 11018 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 Africa to Sydney one-way?

    $541 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from AirAsia X. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sichuan Airlines and China Eastern, with prices starting from $568 and $628, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Africa to Sydney are Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith, Cairo - Sydney Kingsford Smith and Cape Town Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Africa to Sydney?

    While on average a flight from Africa to Sydney is generally $2,904, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $976. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), you can expect to pay $1,259 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Africa to Sydney?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Africa to Sydney 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 Africa to Sydney?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Sydney (average of $845). Flying from Africa to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,256). 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 Africa to Sydney

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Africa to Sydney. 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 14 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$974Average$1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,065Average$2,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,080Average$1,678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,143Average$1,584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$1,225Average$1,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,264Average$1,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,387Average$1,570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,416Average$2,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Gulf AirCheapest$1,422Average$2,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,456Average$1,634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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