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R1 511+ Cheap flights from Australia

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SYD — JNB
Aug 7 — Aug 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Find flights departing from Australia that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 8 July 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches

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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Mon 10/8

1:10-19:20

1 stop24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

20:25-5:10

1 stop26h 45m

R19 529

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 16/11

22:35-23:00

2 stops33h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/11

0:55-20:40

2 stops34h 45m

R23 087

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

23:40-15:35

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

9:25-23:20

3 stops28h 55m

R23 217

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 18/8

7:25-8:20

2 stops32h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

20:55-16:50

1 stop35h 55m

R23 477

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Mon 3/8

0:10-7:45

1 stop37h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

11:10-22:40

1 stop29h 30m

R23 493

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/8

22:10-11:50

2 stops45h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

16:35-19:10

2 stops42h 35m

R23 542

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Tue 3/11

21:55-17:25

1 stop27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

12:35-17:30

1 stop44h 55m

R23 737
Fastest return journey

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/7

15:40-8:20

1 stop24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

11:10-20:10

1 stop25h 00m

R23 753

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/11

9:30-10:30

2 stops34h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/11

12:35-6:50

1 stop33h 15m

R24 111

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 20/8

5:55-6:10

1 stop32h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:25-11:00

1 stop30h 35m

R24 143

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Best time to book a flight from Australia

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Travel insights for flights from Australia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Australia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia (average of R16 231). Flying from Australia in December will prove the most costly (average of R28 806). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Australia?

When flying from Australia check dates and pricing for the following: Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines, South African, Emirates, Qatar Airways. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Johannesburg.

Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From R17 762
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R9 838
South African
South African
From R15 443
Jetstar
Jetstar
From R1 581

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Australia?

The cheapest city to fly to from Australia is Hobart, with prices starting at R1 623. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Hobart
Hobart
From R1 623
Melbourne
Melbourne
From R1 654
Brisbane
Brisbane
From R1 702
Rockhampton
Rockhampton
From R2 181

When is the best time to book a flight from Australia?

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Australia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Airline reviews for flights from Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Australia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Australia. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African from Australia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 564 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 564 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 564 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 607 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 564 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 564 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 057 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 564 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 564 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

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Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Australia. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 8 July 2026.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Australia?

    March is currently the cheapest month to fly from Australia. At this moment in time December is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Australia?

    Check out the cheapest flights from Australia to embark to:
    Travel from Sydney to Johannesburg from R19 366 round trip

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