Cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg from $954
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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
15 May — 22 May1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg are usually found in February or March, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Friday
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2026.
Tue 8/918:00
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 30/920:25
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop25h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,570
Thu 14/513:00
SYD
-
JNB
3 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/512:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$1,642
Sun 23/818:00
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 17/913:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,646
Wed 12/815:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Etihad Airways
Wed 16/909:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/4$1,649
Sat 16/509:45
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/614:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop42h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,650
Thu 23/711:00
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 1/819:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop30h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,654
Fri 31/715:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 28/809:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/4$1,662
Sat 22/821:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 14/909:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,664
Tue 6/1021:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop43h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 27/1013:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$1,666
Sat 1/821:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 20/809:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/4$1,667
Fri 24/721:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 14/809:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,669
Sat 1/821:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 29/809:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,670
Best flights from Sydney to Johannesburg
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to Johannesburg that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 15 April 2026.
Wed 27/520:10
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Emirates
Sun 7/610:05
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 12/4$2,054
Sun 26/420:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 10/519:50
JNB
-
SYD
2 stops42h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4$2,059
Thu 30/409:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Tue 19/522:30
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop16h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/4$2,383
Sun 24/520:10
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Emirates
Sun 31/513:30
JNB
-
SYD
2 stops32h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 11/4$2,058
Mon 20/420:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 28/418:45
JNB
-
SYD
3 stops62h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4$2,152
Tue 26/506:00
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop36h 15m
Emirates
Sun 31/510:05
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 11/4$2,065
Mon 25/509:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Sat 30/518:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/4$2,444
Fri 1/514:45
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops37h 50m
Emirates
Sun 10/522:20
JNB
-
SYD
2 stops48h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 12/4$2,107
Fri 17/420:45
SYD
-
JNB
3 stops45h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 24/419:50
JNB
-
SYD
2 stops42h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/4$2,387
Sat 30/509:50
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops38h 25m
Emirates
Sat 13/613:30
JNB
-
SYD
2 stops33h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 12/4$2,149
Thu 30/413:05
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops46h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 19/514:40
JNB
-
SYD
3 stops42h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/4$2,477
Wed 10/618:30
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops41h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 12/720:55
JNB
-
SYD
3 stops29h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4$2,533
Direct flights from Sydney to Johannesburg
Explore direct flight options from Sydney to Johannesburg based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 15 April 2026.
Mon 11/509:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Mon 18/518:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 13/4$2,123
Thu 14/509:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Mon 25/518:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/4$2,124
Mon 25/509:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Mon 1/618:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/4$2,125
Wed 13/509:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Thu 21/518:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 10/4$2,166
Wed 27/509:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Sat 13/618:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 14/4$2,168
Mon 27/409:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Mon 11/518:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/4$2,191
Sat 30/509:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Sat 27/618:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 10/4$2,211
Sat 9/509:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Sat 16/518:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/4$2,213
Thu 30/409:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Mon 18/518:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/4$2,238
Thu 7/509:35
SYD
-
JNB
Nonstop14h 50m
Qantas Airways
Wed 13/518:45
JNB
-
SYD
Nonstop12h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/4$2,241
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Johannesburg
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Johannesburg. Data last updated 15 April 2026 and is based on user searches.
Sun 26/420:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 10/519:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/4$1,739
Sun 26/420:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 7/512:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4$1,740
Mon 11/513:00
SYD
-
JNB
3 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/512:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$1,692
Thu 14/513:00
SYD
-
JNB
3 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/512:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$1,642
Fri 15/509:45
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/512:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4$1,615
Sat 16/509:45
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/614:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop42h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,650
Wed 20/513:00
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops29h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/612:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,674
Tue 26/513:00
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/612:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,684
Fri 29/513:00
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 28/609:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$1,702
Sat 30/513:00
SYD
-
JNB
3 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 26/609:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$1,694
Sat 30/513:00
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 27/609:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$1,701
One-way flights from Sydney to Johannesburg
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 15 April 2026.
Mon 15/621:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/4$954
Sat 23/509:45
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$994
Mon 25/513:05
SYD
-
JNB
3 stops32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4$1,009
Sun 24/510:15
SYD
-
JNB
3 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,028
Wed 27/513:00
SYD
-
JNB
3 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$1,029
Sun 26/420:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4$1,036
Fri 22/513:00
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$1,044
Thu 28/513:00
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,057
Find flight deals from Sydney to Johannesburg
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 15 April 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Johannesburg 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 15 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Johannesburg that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 27/5
20:10-16:15
1 stop28h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 7/6
10:05-17:30
1 stop23h 25m
$2,054
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 24/5
20:10-16:15
1 stop28h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 31/5
13:30-06:25
2 stops32h 55m
$2,058
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 26/4
20:45-10:30
1 stop45h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 10/5
19:50-21:50
2 stops42h 00m
$2,059
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 26/5
06:00-10:15
1 stop36h 15m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 31/5
10:05-17:30
1 stop23h 25m
$2,065
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 1/5
14:45-20:35
2 stops37h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 10/5
22:20-06:25
2 stops48h 05m
$2,107
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 30/5
09:50-16:15
2 stops38h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 13/6
13:30-06:45
2 stops33h 15m
$2,149
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 20/4
20:45-04:00
1 stop39h 15m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 28/4
18:45-17:30
3 stops62h 45m
$2,152
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 30/4
09:35-16:25
Nonstop14h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 19/5
22:30-22:30
1 stop16h 00m
$2,383
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 17/4
20:45-10:35
3 stops45h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 24/4
19:50-21:50
2 stops42h 00m
$2,387
Fastest return journey
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD - JNB
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 25/5
09:35-16:25
Nonstop14h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 30/5
18:45-14:55
Nonstop12h 10m
$2,444
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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Johannesburg
SYD-ZA1
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.
The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Johannesburg may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg (average of $1,066). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,430). 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 SYD to JNB?
Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2026.
When flying from Sydney to Johannesburg, 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 Sydney to Johannesburg?
How often are flights from Sydney to Johannesburg delayed?
About 32% of weekly flights between Sydney and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 146 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Johannesburg flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning 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 Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Johannesburg flights?
Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 32% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 15 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andSouth African from Sydney to Johannesburg 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.
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 Sydney to Johannesburg. 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 from for flights from Sydney to Johannesburg?
Located just 7.5 km from the city centre, Sydney Kingsford Smith is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Johannesburg from Sydney. Booking flights from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Johannesburg should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Johannesburg from 9 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Sydney to Johannesburg?
There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Johannesburg in 28h 05m. Fly via Emirates or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Sydney and Johannesburg is about 11018 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Johannesburg round-trip?
According to our current data, Cathay Pacific ($768), Virgin Australia ($824), and Etihad Airways ($884) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Johannesburg. These flights start at 57% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $670. Singapore Airlines flights start at $822 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $857 one-way.
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Johannesburg?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $1,363. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for $1,494 on average, our data indicates $3,862 when flying from Sydney to Johannesburg.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Johannesburg?
Flights departing from Sydney and landing in Johannesburg stopover in Singapore most frequently. Perth sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Sydney to Johannesburg.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?
If you're on a stopover in Singapore and looking for things to do, consider visiting Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, or Merlion. Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore and Merlion are located about 21.6 km, 21.6 km, and 16.9 km, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about $120 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Perth?
Most Perth visitors opt to spend their time at RAC Arena, Perth Town Hall, and Government House. RAC Arena, Perth Town Hall, and Government House are located about 10.9 km, 10.2 km, and 10.1 km, respectively from Perth. Travellers in need of a car in Perth can hire one for about $50 per day.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Johannesburg flights?
The least popular stopover on flights from Sydney to Johannesburg is Abu Dhabi.
Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Johannesburg?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Johannesburg.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Johannesburg?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Johannesburg 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 Sydney to Johannesburg?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg (average of $1,066). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,430). 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.
Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Johannesburg. 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 15 April 2026.
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