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Cheap flights from Australia to Africa from $731

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
17 May — 24 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Africa

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2026.

Sat 15/811:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop28h 45m
China Eastern
Thu 19/1113:00
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop36h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/4$1,205
Mon 1/611:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop28h 45m
China Eastern
Tue 16/614:15
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop35h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/4$1,212
Fri 22/520:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop43h 15m
China Eastern
Fri 29/514:15
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop35h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/4$1,214
Wed 29/720:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop43h 15m
China Eastern
Tue 1/914:15
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop35h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 17/4$1,216
Fri 15/520:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop43h 15m
China Eastern
Mon 8/614:15
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/4$1,224
Wed 27/520:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop43h 15m
China Eastern
Fri 28/814:15
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/4$1,225
Sat 1/811:00
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop28h 45m
China Eastern
Fri 14/814:15
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop39h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/4$1,228
Fri 28/810:05
SYD
-
CAI
2 stops53h 40m
China Eastern
Sat 12/914:15
CAI
-
SYD
3 stops58h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/4$1,259
Sun 1/1112:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop28h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 21/1113:00
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop36h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/4$1,267
Sun 9/820:30
SYD
-
CAI
1 stop43h 15m
China Eastern
Sun 30/814:15
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop35h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/4$1,284
Sun 31/510:05
SYD
-
CAI
2 stops53h 40m
China Eastern
Sun 7/614:15
CAI
-
SYD
1 stop35h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/4$1,285
Fri 8/511:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop28h 45m
China Eastern
Fri 19/614:15
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/4$1,295

Find flight deals from Australia to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,205

One-way from

$731

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,697

Good round-trip deal

$1,575 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,280 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 15/8-19/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 45m total
  • Australia to Africa
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 7/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 50m total
  • Australia to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($336 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($71 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Africa 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 17 April 2026.
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SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/4

11:00-08:45

1 stop28h 45m

Cairo

Mon 15/6

14:15-12:35

1 stop39h 20m

$1,324

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/5

20:30-08:45

1 stop43h 15m

Cairo

Thu 4/6

14:15-08:00

3 stops34h 45m

$1,543

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sat 10/10

18:20-17:20

1 stop31h 00m

Cairo

Wed 21/10

08:15-16:50

1 stop24h 35m

$1,596

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Fri 9/10

18:20-13:10

1 stop26h 50m

Cairo

Wed 21/10

08:15-16:50

1 stop24h 35m

$1,596

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 6/10

18:20-13:10

1 stop26h 50m

Cairo

Wed 21/10

08:15-16:50

1 stop24h 35m

$1,596

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Fri 22/5

18:25-20:35

2 stops32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

12:40-12:15

1 stop41h 35m

$1,631

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Wed 27/5

04:55-05:30

2 stops30h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

12:40-12:15

1 stop41h 35m

$1,641

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 4/8

20:50-08:45

2 stops42h 55m

Cairo

Tue 25/8

14:15-12:40

1 stop39h 25m

$1,648

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Sun 24/5

12:15-20:10

2 stops37h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/8

12:40-18:35

1 stop23h 55m

$1,702

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Wed 22/7

09:55-08:20

2 stops28h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

20:55-18:35

1 stop39h 40m

$1,709

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Africa

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Africa (average of $1,725). Flying from Australia to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,522). 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 AU to AF?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 April 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Australia to Africa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 47% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. 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 Africa. Reviews last updated 17 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQantas Airways from Australia to Africa. 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
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,019 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Africa?

    A quick flight from Australia to Africa can take about 18h 55m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,715. Airlines will cover a distance of 8306 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 Australia to Africa one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Australia to Africa are AirAsia X ($497), China Eastern ($501), and AirAsia ($529).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Africa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Africa 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 Australia to Africa?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Africa (average of $1,725). Flying from Australia to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,522). 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 Australia to Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$618Average$2,111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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IndiGoCheapest$622Average$1,654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$762Average$1,727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Gulf AirCheapest$768Average$811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AirAsia XCheapest$999Average$1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,027Average$1,493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,038Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,050Average$1,815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air MauritiusCheapest$1,072Average$1,923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,147Average$2,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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