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Cheap flights from Africa to Sydney from $740

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
27 Feb — 6 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 28 January 2026.

Wed 11/309:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 18/316:35
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/1$1,278
Fri 8/520:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 29/514:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/1$1,282
Thu 12/312:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop45h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 19/321:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/1$1,294
Wed 11/312:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop45h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 18/321:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/1$1,308
Tue 10/312:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop45h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 17/321:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/1$1,310
Sat 25/420:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/514:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/1$1,321
Fri 29/520:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 28/814:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop32h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/1$1,323
Sat 7/313:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/321:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/1$1,326
Sat 7/313:00
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 35m
China Eastern
Sat 14/321:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop43h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/1$1,333
Thu 3/914:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop31h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 8/914:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/1$1,334
Thu 12/313:00
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop36h 00m
China Eastern
Thu 19/321:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop43h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/1$1,353
Thu 11/620:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/714:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/1$1,353

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 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,278

One-way from

$740

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,973

Good round-trip deal

$1,596 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,146 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 11/3-18/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 50m total
  • Africa to Sydney
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17/2
  • 17/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 10m total
  • Africa to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($86 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 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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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 28 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

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Sat 7/3

13:00-10:00

1 stop36h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 14/3

12:00-07:30

1 stop28h 30m

$1,334

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

09:50-06:35

1 stop35h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/3

16:35-08:20

1 stop24h 45m

$1,362

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

09:50-06:35

1 stop35h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/3

21:45-08:20

1 stop43h 35m

$1,362

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Mon 23/3

13:00-13:35

1 stop39h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

$1,369

NairobiSydney

NBO - SYD

NBOSYD

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 1/4

07:00-20:20

3 stops29h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/5

13:00-13:10

3 stops31h 10m

$1,375

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

11:05-06:10

1 stop35h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

07:40-07:55

1 stop32h 15m

$1,390

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

$1,399

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

11:00-20:50

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

11:05-07:25

1 stop29h 20m

$1,400

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

11:00-20:50

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/3

22:20-07:25

1 stop42h 05m

$1,400

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

11:00-20:50

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/3

22:20-07:25

1 stop42h 05m

$1,400

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 26/1

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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 $861). Flying from Africa to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,210). 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 28 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 28 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
3,488 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
3,488 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
978 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
3,730 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
1,375 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
4,209 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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 35h 05m. 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?

    $526 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 $548 and $606, 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 $2,683, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $911. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), you can expect to pay $1,282 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 $861). Flying from Africa to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,210). 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 28 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$939Average$1,214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,027Average$1,939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,042Average$1,623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,102Average$1,536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$1,181Average$1,339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,219Average$1,323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,329Average$1,504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,365Average$2,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Gulf AirCheapest$1,371Average$2,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,403Average$1,621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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