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Cheap flights from Africa to Sydney from $594

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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
4 Mar — 11 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Africa to Sydney

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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 2 February 2026.

Wed 18/313:00
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop36h 00m
China Eastern
Wed 25/310:00
SYD
-
CAI
2 stops30h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/2$1,275
Tue 17/311:00
JNB
-
SYD
2 stops35h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 24/308:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 31/1$1,312
Wed 4/320:30
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop37h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/321:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop44h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2$1,315
Sat 8/811:10
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 15/811:05
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,318
Sun 3/511:20
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop24h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 27/507:00
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops32h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 31/1$1,319
Tue 3/311:00
JNB
-
SYD
2 stops35h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 11/315:15
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/2$1,322
Tue 10/212:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 17/215:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop33h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/2$1,325
Mon 2/311:00
JNB
-
SYD
2 stops35h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 16/311:35
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops28h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/2$1,326
Tue 17/311:00
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/310:30
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1$1,329
Mon 16/311:00
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/306:00
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1$1,331
Sat 7/313:00
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 35m
China Eastern
Sat 14/312:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop28h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/2$1,335
Wed 4/309:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 05m
Etihad Airways
Mon 9/321:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop43h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/2$1,335

Find flight deals from Africa to Sydney

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Africa to Sydney flight deals. Data was last updated 2 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,275

One-way from

$594

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,887

Good round-trip deal

$1,582 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,143 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 18/3-25/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 66h 30m total
  • Africa to Sydney
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7/7
  • 7/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 28h 05m total
  • Africa to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($87 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 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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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 2 February 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

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

11:20-08:40

1 stop37h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 29/5

06:00-07:55

2 stops33h 55m

$1,319

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

11:20-06:10

1 stop34h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

06:00-07:55

2 stops33h 55m

$1,319

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

11:20-10:50

1 stop39h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

11:45-07:55

2 stops52h 10m

$1,319

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

11:10-08:40

1 stop37h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

06:25-07:55

2 stops57h 30m

$1,319

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/6

11:10-10:50

1 stop39h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/7

07:40-07:55

1 stop32h 15m

$1,336

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Tue 14/4

01:15-09:45

2 stops48h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 14/5

10:00-09:15

2 stops30h 15m

$1,361

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

11:10-20:10

1 stop25h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

10:10-07:55

1 stop29h 45m

$1,379

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Sat 7/3

13:00-06:55

3 stops56h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 14/3

13:30-07:30

3 stops51h 00m

$1,398

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

11:10-07:30

2 stops36h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

07:40-07:55

1 stop32h 15m

$1,425

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Tue 14/4

05:05-09:45

2 stops44h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/5

11:40-23:45

2 stops43h 05m

$1,434

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Best time to book a flight from Africa to Sydney

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sydney from Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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 $858). Flying from Africa to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,207). 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 2 February 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 2 February 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
3,495 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,495 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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
984 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,729 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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
1,380 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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
4,210 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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 37h 20m. 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?

    $524 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 $546 and $604, 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 Lagos Murtala Muhammed - Sydney Kingsford Smith.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Africa to Sydney?

    While on average a flight from Africa to Sydney is generally $2,809, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $908. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), you can expect to pay $1,253 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 $858). Flying from Africa to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,207). 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 2 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$937Average$1,210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,024Average$1,934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,039Average$1,606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,099Average$1,533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$1,172Average$1,333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,216Average$1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,325Average$1,508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,362Average$2,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Gulf AirCheapest$1,368Average$2,255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,410Average$1,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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