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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Australia from R7 630

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 16/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
May 10 — May 171
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 10 April 2026.

Tue 5/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/522:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/4R14 424
Fri 15/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 22/522:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/4R14 522
Fri 1/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 31/522:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/4R14 604
Wed 6/512:40
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/522:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4R14 621
Mon 2/119:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop35h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 16/1116:35
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R14 768
Thu 23/412:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/420:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/4R14 785
Thu 25/69:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 17/715:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/4R14 818
Mon 3/89:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Mon 10/821:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/4R14 834
Sun 24/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 31/522:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/4R14 850
Sun 1/119:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop35h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 15/1116:35
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/4R14 850
Mon 25/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 1/622:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/4R14 867
Wed 20/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 27/522:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4R14 916

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 10 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 424

One-way from

R7 630

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R16 376
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/5-13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 76h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R22 016 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 354 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 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 10 April 2026.
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

12:40-17:15

1 stop44h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

22:45-10:30

1 stop43h 45m

R15 031

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

9:45-6:10

1 stop36h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/5

20:50-8:15

1 stop43h 25m

R15 293

JohannesburgBrisbane

JNB - BNE

JNBBNE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

19:50-17:30

1 stop37h 40m

Brisbane

Mon 1/6

22:10-10:30

1 stop44h 20m

R15 293

JohannesburgAdelaide

JNB - ADL

JNBADL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/7

20:55-11:05

2 stops30h 40m

Adelaide

Fri 30/10

22:00-15:35

1 stop26h 05m

R16 459

JohannesburgBrisbane

JNB - BNE

JNBBNE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

20:55-9:00

2 stops28h 05m

Brisbane

Thu 9/7

15:10-15:20

1 stop32h 10m

R16 508

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

19:50-22:20

2 stops42h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

22:45-10:30

1 stop43h 45m

R16 688

JohannesburgAdelaide

JNB - ADL

JNBADL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

13:30-20:05

1 stop23h 05m

Adelaide

Thu 28/5

22:00-16:15

1 stop25h 45m

R17 853
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

22:30-14:25

Nonstop9h 55m

Perth

Tue 12/5

15:00-20:05

Nonstop11h 05m

R19 002

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

18:45-14:55

Nonstop12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/7

10:35-20:05

1 stop17h 30m

R19 166

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

19:50-12:15

1 stop34h 25m

Perth

Tue 12/5

22:55-4:00

1 stop35h 05m

R19 166

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Australia (average of R9 764). Flying from Johannesburg to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 325). 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 10 April 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 174 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 16% of flights being delayed.

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 10 April 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
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

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
1 491 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 268 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
South African
7,6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

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
1 018 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

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
3 727 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

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 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 9h 55m. 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 (R5 940), Cathay Pacific (R6 709), and Qatar Airways (R6 888).

  • 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 - Melbourne or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Perth, 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 R49 256, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R10 354. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around R14 834.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Australia (average of R9 764). Flying from Johannesburg to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 325). 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 8 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Australia

Discover the top 8 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 10 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 251AverageR14 443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 460AverageR16 285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR11 627AverageR19 392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 375AverageR14 607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR12 878AverageR17 905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 982AverageR17 798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 154AverageR20 445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR16 892AverageR21 160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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