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Cheap flights from Africa to Sydney from $655

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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
28 Mar — 4 Apr1
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 26 February 2026.

Tue 31/320:55
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 21/414:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/2$1,249
Wed 8/414:55
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop31h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 15/414:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop33h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/2$1,250
Mon 23/212:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 1/315:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/2$1,253
Fri 8/514:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop31h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 29/514:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/2$1,254
Wed 18/309:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop35h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 23/421:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/2$1,259
Tue 7/413:30
CAI
-
SYD
3 stops58h 30m
China Eastern
Fri 17/410:05
SYD
-
CAI
2 stops53h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/2$1,273
Sun 1/313:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop32h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sat 7/315:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/2$1,273
Thu 26/220:30
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop37h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/321:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/2$1,285
Wed 4/313:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 12/321:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/2$1,288
Sat 16/514:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop31h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sat 23/514:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/2$1,290
Fri 24/414:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop31h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 10/514:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/2$1,294
Tue 16/606:05
CAI
-
SYD
2 stops31h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 21/611:40
SYD
-
CAI
2 stops47h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/2$1,298

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 26 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,249

One-way from

$655

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,851

Good round-trip deal

$1,590 or less

Good one-way deal

$945 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 31/3-21/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 20m total
  • Africa to Sydney
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9/7
  • 9/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 50m total
  • Africa to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($84 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($41 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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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 26 February 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Thu 12/3

13:00-10:00

1 stop36h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/3

21:30-07:30

1 stop43h 00m

$1,347

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Thu 12/3

13:00-10:00

1 stop36h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/3

12:00-07:30

1 stop28h 30m

$1,347

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Tue 16/6

14:30-09:00

1 stop35h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 21/6

10:05-09:00

2 stops53h 55m

$1,361

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

11:10-06:10

1 stop35h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

14:05-07:55

1 stop25h 50m

$1,412

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Sat 14/3

13:00-11:00

3 stops37h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/3

21:30-07:30

1 stop43h 00m

$1,422

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Sat 14/3

13:00-11:00

3 stops37h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 21/3

12:00-07:30

1 stop28h 30m

$1,422

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Tue 21/4

13:30-08:00

3 stops34h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

10:05-09:00

3 stops53h 55m

$1,432

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Thu 12/3

13:00-07:20

3 stops57h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 31/3

11:05-08:00

3 stops53h 55m

$1,435

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Fri 10/4

13:30-08:00

3 stops58h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 17/4

10:05-08:00

2 stops53h 55m

$1,435

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

11:00-20:50

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/3

07:00-07:25

2 stops33h 25m

$1,461

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Sydney (average of $940). Flying from Africa to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,274). 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 26 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 26 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
3,534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
3,534 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
998 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
3,746 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
1,420 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
4,239 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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. 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?

    $514 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 Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $538 and $596, 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 $2,739, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $935. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), you can expect to pay $1,249 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Sydney (average of $940). Flying from Africa to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,274). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$919Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,005Average$1,891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,078Average$1,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$1,155Average$1,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,192Average$1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,209Average$1,922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,300Average$1,479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,336Average$2,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,387Average$1,607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Gulf AirCheapest$1,636Average$2,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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