Cheap flights from Africa to Sydney from $658

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 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
15 May — 22 May1
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 15 April 2026.

Mon 10/809:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 28/815:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/4$1,267
Fri 7/809:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 14/815:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/4$1,269
Thu 6/809:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 13/821:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/4$1,271
Thu 6/809:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 29/1021:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop43h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,276
Mon 2/1109:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop35h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 23/1121:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop43h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,278
Thu 10/1209:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 05m
Etihad Airways
Thu 4/221:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop43h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/4$1,289
Mon 7/909:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 14/921:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/4$1,290
Mon 15/612:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 21/614:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,302
Sun 1/1109:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sun 15/1116:35
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/4$1,313
Sat 31/1009:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop35h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sat 14/1121:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop43h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/4$1,317
Sat 31/1009:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop35h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 12/1121:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop43h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/4$1,319
Thu 29/1009:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 05m
Etihad Airways
Tue 10/1116:35
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/4$1,328

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 15 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,269

One-way from

$658

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,768

Good round-trip deal

$1,655 or less

Good one-way deal

$929 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 7/8-14/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 00m total
  • Africa to Sydney
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 37h 40m total
  • Africa to Sydney
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($86 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Africa to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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 15 April 2026.
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Sun 10/5

17:15-16:50

2 stops40h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/6

15:40-04:30

2 stops43h 50m

$1,494

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

16:35-19:10

2 stops42h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/6

15:40-11:50

2 stops52h 10m

$1,548

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

19:50-17:30

1 stop37h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

20:45-04:00

1 stop39h 15m

$1,559
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

18:45-14:55

Nonstop12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

09:35-16:25

Nonstop14h 50m

$1,654

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

09:00-14:55

1 stop21h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

09:35-14:35

1 stop37h 00m

$1,663

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

18:25-22:05

1 stop43h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/6

06:00-11:30

1 stop37h 30m

$1,691

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

18:25-06:05

1 stop27h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/9

06:00-11:30

1 stop37h 30m

$1,694

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

07:00-22:30

2 stops31h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/6

08:20-12:40

2 stops36h 20m

$1,739

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

18:45-14:55

Nonstop12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/8

08:20-20:05

1 stop19h 45m

$1,756

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

19:30-17:30

1 stop38h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/6

13:45-12:55

2 stops55h 10m

$1,758

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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 $939). Flying from Africa to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,272). 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 15 April 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 15 April 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.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

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 40m. 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?

    $513 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 $544 and $568, respectively.

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

  • What are the cheapest flights from Africa to Sydney?

    While on average a flight from Africa to Sydney is generally $2,789, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $686. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), you can expect to pay $1,269 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 $939). Flying from Africa to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,272). 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
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,003Average$1,885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,033Average$1,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,077Average$1,511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$1,148Average$1,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,190Average$1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,207Average$1,824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,298Average$1,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,328Average$2,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,384Average$1,600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,611Average$2,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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