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Cheap flights from South Africa to Sydney from $712

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 26/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

Cheap 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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,267

One-way from

$712

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,607

Good round-trip deal

$1,547 or less

Good one-way deal

$869 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 12/10-15/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 80h 10m total
  • South Africa to Sydney
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 26/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 00m total
  • South Africa to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($417 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($66 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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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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 4 July 2025.

Sun 12/1009:50JNB - SYD
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Sat 15/1121:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/7$1,267
Sun 14/911:20JNB - SYD
1 stop39h 30mCathay Pacific
Sun 21/914:05SYD - JNB
1 stop25h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/7$1,312
Sun 2/1112:45JNB - SYD
1 stop33h 05mQatar Airways
Mon 17/1115:50SYD - JNB
1 stop32h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/7$1,331
Sat 1/1111:05JNB - SYD
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1122:20SYD - JNB
1 stop42h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,340
Sat 9/815:20CPT - SYD
2 stops54h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 28/821:30SYD - CPT
2 stops47h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,494
Sat 16/820:55JNB - SYD
1 stop25h 20mSouth African
Fri 22/813:45SYD - JNB
1 stop23h 30mSouth African
Deal found 1/7$1,508
Mon 3/1118:55CPT - SYD
1 stop26h 55mQatar Airways
Mon 10/1115:50SYD - CPT
1 stop27h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/7$1,526
Fri 15/820:25CPT - SYD
2 stops41h 25mSouth African
Fri 22/813:45SYD - CPT
2 stops41h 50mSouth African
Deal found 30/6$1,598
Sat 9/809:00CPT - SYD
1 stop21h 45mQantas Airways
Thu 28/809:30SYD - CPT
1 stop37h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/7$1,628
Tue 29/716:35CPT - SYD
2 stops42h 25mTurkish Airlines
Tue 5/820:55SYD - CPT
2 stops46h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,811

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Sydney that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

09:50-07:10

1 stop36h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/11

21:30-08:20

1 stop43h 50m

$1,267

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/8

11:20-20:10

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/9

21:50-07:40

1 stop41h 50m

$1,319

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/11

12:45-06:50

1 stop33h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/11

15:50-15:35

1 stop32h 45m

$1,331

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/11

11:05-07:10

2 stops35h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/11

22:20-07:40

1 stop42h 20m

$1,340

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/8

15:20-06:10

2 stops54h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/8

21:30-12:40

2 stops47h 10m

$1,494

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/11

18:55-06:50

1 stop26h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/11

15:50-10:30

1 stop27h 40m

$1,526

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/8

18:45-14:45

Nonstop12h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/8

09:30-16:20

Nonstop14h 50m

$1,598

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 15/8

20:25-21:50

2 stops41h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 22/8

13:45-23:35

2 stops41h 50m

$1,598

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/8

09:00-14:45

1 stop21h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/8

09:30-14:35

1 stop37h 05m

$1,628

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/7

16:35-19:00

2 stops42h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/8

20:55-11:50

2 stops46h 55m

$1,811

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Sydney

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from South Africa to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 4 July 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South 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 4 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,320 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,320 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,320 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
924 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,320 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
872 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,320 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
South African
7.5
Good
35 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,320 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,588 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,320 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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.

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

    $712 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Singapore Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from $726 and $733, respectively.

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

    While on average a flight from South Africa to Sydney is generally $1,961, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $798. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), you can expect to pay $1,103 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.

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    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.

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    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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from South Africa to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,291Average$1,483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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