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Cheap flights from South Africa to Sydney from $721

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 26/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.

Sun 7/1213:45JNB - SYD
1 stop32h 05mQatar Airways
Sat 13/1216:30SYD - JNB
2 stops31h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,754
Mon 22/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Mon 29/1216:35SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,830
Sun 7/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Sat 13/1221:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,949
Thu 4/1211:00JNB - SYD
1 stop37h 35mCathay Pacific
Thu 11/1206:00SYD - JNB
2 stops34h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/12$1,952
Sun 7/1209:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Sun 14/1216:35SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,983
Sun 7/1213:45JNB - SYD
1 stop32h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 12/1215:50SYD - JNB
1 stop32h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/12$2,037
Sun 7/1217:15CPT - SYD
3 stops52h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1221:15SYD - CPT
2 stops47h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$2,037
Sun 7/1213:45JNB - SYD
1 stop32h 05mQatar Airways
Sun 14/1215:50SYD - JNB
1 stop25h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/12$2,060
Thu 25/1218:25CPT - SYD
2 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/121:45SYD - CPT
2 stops55h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$2,078
Thu 25/1210:40CPT - SYD
2 stops36h 00mSingapore Airlines
Thu 29/108:20SYD - CPT
2 stops34h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/12$2,085
Sun 7/1217:15CPT - SYD
2 stops41h 05mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/1221:15SYD - CPT
2 stops47h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/12$2,105
Thu 4/1218:25CPT - SYD
2 stops51h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1216:35SYD - CPT
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$2,114

Find flight deals from South Africa to Sydney

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Sydney flight deals. Data was last updated 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,257

One-way from

$721

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,899

Good round-trip deal

$1,420 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,321 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 26/1-9/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 115h 55m total
  • South Africa to Sydney
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 26/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 40m total
  • South Africa to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($331 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($62 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South 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 5 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Sydney that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

09:50-06:10

1 stop36h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 29/5

15:40-08:20

1 stop24h 40m

$1,304

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

11:20-20:10

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/4

14:05-07:40

1 stop25h 35m

$1,340

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

11:20-20:10

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/5

21:50-07:40

1 stop41h 50m

$1,341

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

11:20-06:10

1 stop34h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/5

21:50-07:40

1 stop41h 50m

$1,341

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

11:20-20:10

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/5

14:05-07:40

1 stop25h 35m

$1,346

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/1

17:15-06:15

3 stops52h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/2

21:45-11:50

2 stops47h 05m

$1,388

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

11:20-20:10

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/5

10:10-07:40

1 stop29h 30m

$1,393

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

11:20-20:10

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/5

14:05-07:40

1 stop25h 35m

$1,393

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

11:20-20:10

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/4

14:05-07:40

1 stop25h 35m

$1,393

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

11:20-06:10

1 stop34h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/5

07:00-07:40

2 stops56h 40m

$1,397

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Sydney

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sydney from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Sydney

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Sydney?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sydney (average of $1,118). Flying from South Africa to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,388). 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 ZA to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from South 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 5 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to Sydney in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Sydney flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from South Africa to Sydney delayed?

About 39% of weekly flights between South Africa and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 198 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Sydney flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday 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 South Africa to Sydney flights?

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 39% of flights being delayed.

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 5 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways from South Africa to Sydney. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,084 reviews
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Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mei Lin,Sept 2025

HKG - LHR

Overall, it was good. The flight was smooth, and the service was good. Unfortunately, the food was mediocre. The toilet could have been in a better condition throughout the flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,084 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,084 reviews
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Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mei Lin,Sept 2025

HKG - LHR

Overall, it was good. The flight was smooth, and the service was good. Unfortunately, the food was mediocre. The toilet could have been in a better condition throughout the flight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,084 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mei Lin,Sept 2025

HKG - LHR

Overall, it was good. The flight was smooth, and the service was good. Unfortunately, the food was mediocre. The toilet could have been in a better condition throughout the flight.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,678 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,084 reviews
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Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mei Lin,Sept 2025

HKG - LHR

Overall, it was good. The flight was smooth, and the service was good. Unfortunately, the food was mediocre. The toilet could have been in a better condition throughout the flight.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,329 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,084 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mei Lin,Sept 2025

HKG - LHR

Overall, it was good. The flight was smooth, and the service was good. Unfortunately, the food was mediocre. The toilet could have been in a better condition throughout the flight.
South African
7.4
Good
47 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,084 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mei Lin,Sept 2025

HKG - LHR

Overall, it was good. The flight was smooth, and the service was good. Unfortunately, the food was mediocre. The toilet could have been in a better condition throughout the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South 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 South 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 South Africa.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Sydney?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Sydney can take about 24h 50m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,340. Airlines will cover a distance of 11018 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Sydney one-way?

    $641 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines, with prices starting from $654 and $667, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Sydney?

    While on average a flight from South Africa to Sydney is generally $2,703, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,019. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), you can expect to pay $1,124 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Sydney?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Sydney?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South 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 South Africa to Sydney?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sydney (average of $1,118). Flying from South Africa to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,388). 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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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,079Average$1,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,158Average$1,608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,197Average$1,654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,281Average$1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,300Average$1,744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,474Average$1,656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,817Average$2,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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