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Cheap flights from Africa to Australia from $637

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 17/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
18 May — 25 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Africa to Australia

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Cheapest flights from Africa to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Africa to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 April 2026.

Wed 13/519:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 27/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,232
Fri 1/519:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sat 23/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/4$1,236
Sat 23/520:25
JNB
-
PER
1 stop26h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 7/806:25
PER
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,240
Thu 21/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sun 7/622:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4$1,251
Sun 28/609:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 12/715:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,255
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$1,258
Fri 24/412:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sat 15/815:40
PER
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,260
Sun 3/519:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 17/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop41h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4$1,262
Fri 29/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/622:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4$1,265
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$1,265
Sat 20/620:55
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop25h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sat 27/614:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop32h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,268
Sun 14/619:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop40h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 21/615:40
PER
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4$1,269

Find flight deals from Africa to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Africa to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 18 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,232

One-way from

$637

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,753

Good round-trip deal

$1,527 or less

Good one-way deal

$921 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/5-27/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 20m total
  • Africa to Australia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 55m total
  • Africa to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($83 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($39 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 Africa to Australia 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 18 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Africa to Australia that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

19:50-11:55

1 stop34h 05m

Perth

Sat 23/5

22:45-04:00

1 stop35h 15m

$1,236

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

12:40-12:15

1 stop41h 35m

Perth

Tue 9/6

22:55-04:00

1 stop35h 05m

$1,329

Cape TownBrisbane

CPT - BNE

CPTBNE

Cape Town Intl

Fri 15/5

19:30-17:30

1 stop38h 00m

Brisbane

Wed 20/5

22:10-13:10

1 stop47h 00m

$1,420

JohannesburgBrisbane

JNB - BNE

JNBBNE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

12:40-05:05

2 stops32h 25m

Brisbane

Thu 9/7

22:10-04:00

1 stop37h 50m

$1,424

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

09:50-15:50

1 stop22h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

17:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

$1,446

Cape TownBrisbane

CPT - BNE

CPTBNE

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/5

19:30-23:40

2 stops44h 10m

Brisbane

Sun 31/5

22:10-12:55

1 stop46h 45m

$1,506

Cape TownBrisbane

CPT - BNE

CPTBNE

Cape Town Intl

Sat 30/5

19:30-17:30

1 stop38h 00m

Brisbane

Sat 6/6

12:25-12:55

2 stops56h 30m

$1,527

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

$1,545
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

22:30-14:25

Nonstop9h 55m

Perth

Fri 29/5

15:00-20:05

Nonstop11h 05m

$1,619

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

$1,676

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Best time to book a flight from Africa to Australia

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Australia (average of $1,346). Flying from Africa to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,739). 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 AU?

Find hourly flight availability from Africa to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 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 Australia as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 18 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Africa to Australia, such as Singapore Airlines,South African, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
South African
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,020 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,431 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Africa to Australia?

    Departing from Africa to Australia will take you 9h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8306 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Singapore Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $445. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and AirAsia X, as they are both options that can get you from Africa to Australia for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Australia (average of $1,346). Flying from Africa to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,739). 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 Australia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Africa to Australia. 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 18 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$929Average$1,465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$994Average$1,777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,024Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,039Average$1,556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,098Average$1,245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,134Average$1,369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China EasternCheapest$1,138Average$1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,221Average$1,641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,238Average$1,960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air MauritiusCheapest$1,305Average$1,514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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