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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Australia from R7 585

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 29/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
Aug 31 — Sep 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 August 2026.

Wed 9/914:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 14/922:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop42h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/7R14 724
Wed 9/914:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 16/916:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/7R14 790
Tue 27/1013:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 24/1123:40
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/7R14 806
Fri 28/814:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop42h 45m
Qatar Airways
Fri 4/916:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/7R15 104
Sun 1/1113:45
JNB
-
ADL
1 stop42h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sat 7/1122:00
ADL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/7R15 401
Sun 20/914:05
JNB
-
ADL
2 stops40h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 24/922:00
ADL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/7R15 550
Wed 16/920:55
JNB
-
ADL
2 stops31h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 29/922:00
ADL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/7R15 583
Thu 10/914:05
JNB
-
ADL
1 stop41h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 17/922:00
ADL
-
JNB
1 stop42h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/7R15 600
Sun 23/814:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 6/916:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/7R15 715
Fri 25/1220:20
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/117:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop31h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/7R15 765
Thu 3/914:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 20/916:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/7R15 781
Thu 10/914:05
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 17/916:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/7R15 798

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 1 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 724

One-way from

R7 585

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 624
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/9-14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 66h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 29/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R20 553 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 450 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 1 August 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 7/1

16:10-15:35

1 stop32h 25m

R16 128

JohannesburgAdelaide

JNB - ADL

JNBADL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

20:55-15:00

1 stop34h 35m

Adelaide

Sat 19/9

22:00-4:00

1 stop37h 30m

R16 178

JohannesburgAdelaide

JNB - ADL

JNBADL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

14:05-10:05

2 stops36h 30m

Adelaide

Tue 1/9

8:40-9:10

2 stops32h 00m

R16 327

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

14:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

8:30-9:10

2 stops32h 40m

R16 872

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

20:55-20:25

2 stops41h 30m

Perth

Tue 11/8

22:45-20:30

2 stops51h 45m

R18 822

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

15:05-6:30

3 stops31h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 17/9

6:05-9:10

2 stops35h 05m

R18 855

JohannesburgAdelaide

JNB - ADL

JNBADL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/12

20:20-17:05

1 stop36h 15m

Adelaide

Wed 6/1

14:30-15:35

2 stops33h 35m

R18 987

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/11

20:20-6:50

1 stop25h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/11

15:50-15:35

1 stop32h 45m

R19 004

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

20:25-23:55

1 stop21h 30m

Perth

Thu 19/11

6:40-6:10

1 stop29h 30m

R19 103

JohannesburgAdelaide

JNB - ADL

JNBADL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/12

13:45-17:05

1 stop42h 50m

Adelaide

Mon 18/1

22:00-15:35

1 stop26h 05m

R19 351

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Australia

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Australia (average of R15 864). Flying from Johannesburg to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 607). 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 JNB to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg 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 1 August 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to Australia as you normally would.

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Australia delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 173 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Australia flights?

Historically, flights departing at night 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?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Australia flights?

Over the past year, South African have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Australia?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Australia, you should look to book at least 40 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 1 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andSouth African from Johannesburg to Australia by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 436 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
South African
7,6
Good
63 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 073 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 738 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Australia. 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 Johannesburg to Australia?

    Departing from Johannesburg to Australia will take you 21h 30m. The distance between Johannesburg and Australia is about 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 Johannesburg to Australia one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Australia are Singapore Airlines (R6 190), Cathay Pacific (R6 725), and Qatar Airways (R7 086).

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to Australia?

    When deciding which route to take from Johannesburg to Australia, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Perth or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Brisbane, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Australia?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg to Australia? While on average our users pay R42 109, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R10 778. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around R14 526.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Australia (average of R15 864). Flying from Johannesburg to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 607). 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 7 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Australia

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 1 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 873AverageR14 926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 301AverageR17 807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR11 792AverageR20 832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 341AverageR14 840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR12 703AverageR18 964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 233AverageR17 860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 734AverageR20 857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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