Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney from $656
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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
4 Jul — 11 Jul1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in February or April, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 June 2026.
Thu 4/612:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 17/614:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/5$1,346
Mon 15/619:50
JNB
-
SYD
2 stops42h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/614:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/6$1,355
Sat 13/619:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 29/614:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/5$1,360
Sat 26/1212:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 25/115:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop32h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/5$1,385
Mon 22/612:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 29/614:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/6$1,394
Wed 8/709:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sat 11/721:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/5$1,404
Mon 28/1212:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/121:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/5$1,436
Thu 11/612:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/608:30
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops32h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/5$1,440
Tue 23/612:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 30/614:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6$1,457
Best flights from OR Tambo to Sydney
Discover carefully curated flight deals from OR Tambo to Sydney that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 4 June 2026.
Mon 14/920:55
JNB
-
SYD
2 stops41h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 21/920:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/6$1,531
Wed 1/718:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Thu 23/709:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 31/5$1,664
Mon 13/710:05
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 25m
Emirates
Tue 1/1206:00
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop23h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 4/6$1,977
Wed 9/918:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Tue 6/1006:00
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop23h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/6$1,677
Tue 23/609:25
JNB
-
SYD
3 stops36h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 30/614:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6$1,833
Sat 1/818:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Sat 17/1019:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 30/5$1,690
Wed 15/710:05
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 25m
Emirates
Wed 22/710:20
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops37h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 31/5$2,051
Thu 9/714:40
JNB
-
SYD
3 stops31h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sat 25/714:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/5$1,891
Mon 13/711:30
JNB
-
SYD
2 stops34h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 1/1215:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/6$1,933
Mon 14/918:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Mon 21/909:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 3/6$1,995
Direct flights from OR Tambo to Sydney
Explore direct flight options from OR Tambo to Sydney based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 4 June 2026.
Wed 1/718:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Mon 13/709:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/6$1,615
Wed 1/718:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Thu 23/709:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 31/5$1,616
Wed 9/918:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Wed 30/909:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/6$1,624
Sat 1/818:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Sat 17/1010:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 30/5$1,638
Wed 1/718:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Wed 8/709:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/6$1,814
Mon 15/618:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Thu 18/609:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/6$1,862
Sat 25/718:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Wed 29/709:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/6$1,905
Thu 9/718:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Sat 25/709:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 30/5$1,947
Wed 17/618:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Sat 27/609:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 30/5$1,960
Last-minute flights from OR Tambo to Sydney
Discover last-minute flight deals from OR Tambo to Sydney. Data last updated 4 June 2026 and is based on user searches.
Tue 9/619:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/614:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6$1,473
Thu 11/612:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/608:30
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops32h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/5$1,440
Sat 13/619:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 29/614:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/5$1,360
Sat 13/618:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Mon 29/609:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 31/5$1,633
One-way flights from OR Tambo to Sydney
Search for one-way flight options from OR Tambo to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 4 June 2026.
Wed 10/612:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/5$656
Sun 14/612:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/5$657
Wed 17/612:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/5$661
Sat 13/619:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/5$678
Tue 16/620:55
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop25h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/5$703
Sat 7/1112:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop45h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/6$706
Tue 1/1220:20
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/5$756
Tue 23/612:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/5$788
Wed 9/909:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/6$805
Mon 15/609:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/5$822
Wed 9/920:55
JNB
-
SYD
2 stops40h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6$826
Wed 1/709:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/5$828
Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Sydney
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Sydney (SYD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 4 June 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
JohannesburgSydney
JNB - SYD
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 14/9
20:55-22:20
2 stops41h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 21/9
20:45-15:20
1 stop26h 35m
$1,531
Fastest return journey
JohannesburgSydney
JNB - SYD
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 1/7
18:45-14:55
Nonstop12h 10m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 23/7
09:35-16:25
Nonstop14h 50m
$1,664
JohannesburgSydney
JNB - SYD
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 9/9
18:45-14:55
Nonstop12h 10m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 6/10
06:00-20:05
1 stop23h 05m
$1,677
JohannesburgSydney
JNB - SYD
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 1/8
18:45-14:55
Nonstop12h 10m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 17/10
19:45-20:05
1 stop33h 20m
$1,690
JohannesburgSydney
JNB - SYD
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 23/6
09:25-06:10
3 stops36h 45m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 30/6
14:50-09:00
1 stop26h 10m
$1,833
JohannesburgSydney
JNB - SYD
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 9/7
14:40-06:10
3 stops31h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 25/7
14:50-04:00
1 stop45h 10m
$1,891
JohannesburgSydney
JNB - SYD
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 13/7
11:30-06:10
2 stops34h 40m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 1/12
15:50-08:40
1 stop25h 50m
$1,933
JohannesburgSydney
JNB - SYD
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 13/7
10:05-17:30
1 stop23h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 1/12
06:00-20:35
1 stop23h 35m
$1,977
JohannesburgSydney
JNB - SYD
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 14/9
18:45-14:55
Nonstop12h 10m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 21/9
09:35-16:25
Nonstop14h 50m
$1,995
JohannesburgSydney
JNB - SYD
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 15/7
10:05-17:30
1 stop23h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 22/7
10:20-16:15
2 stops37h 55m
$2,051
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney, you should look to book at least 76 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney (average of $1,385). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,738). 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 JNB to SYD?
Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 4 June 2026.
When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?
How often are flights from Johannesburg to Sydney delayed?
About 35% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 168 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Sydney flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Sydney flights?
Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 35% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?
Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 34% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,161.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Perth (PER) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 18h 09m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 03m.
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 4 June 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,South African, andQantas Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕
Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕
Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕
Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕
Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕
Flight was late 30 min so was not able to catch next flight. Instead of Delhi they send to Hyderabad and from their to Delhi. It took full 8hours more. Lot of trouble and confusion 😕
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney from Johannesburg OR Tambo?
For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sydney, you will be flying into Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 7.5 km from the centre vof the city. Kingsford Smith is the only Sydney airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 5 airlines have flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?
There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in 12h 10m. Fly via Qatar Airways or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover 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 flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney round-trip?
Etihad Airways, at $998, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney for 33% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $605. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney for a low price.
What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?
The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney is $993. On average you can expect to pay $2,688. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for $1,339.
Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Sydney?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney (average of $1,385). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,738). 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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