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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Australia from R7 861

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 13/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
Jan 22 — Jan 291
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 23 December 2025.

Wed 24/1211:00JNB - SYD
1 stop40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/66:25SYD - JNB
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12R15 321
Tue 30/1213:45JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 35mQatar Airways
Wed 14/117:10MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/12R17 741
Mon 29/129:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Mon 16/321:45SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/12R18 109
Tue 30/1213:45JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 13/117:10MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/12R18 392
Mon 29/1211:20JNB - SYD
1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific
Mon 16/36:00SYD - JNB
2 stops34h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 23/12R19 026
Mon 22/129:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Mon 29/1221:30SYD - JNB
2 stops42h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/12R19 828
Tue 23/1211:00JNB - PER
1 stop29h 55mCathay Pacific
Fri 27/28:30PER - JNB
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 22/12R20 028
Wed 31/1213:45JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 35mQatar Airways
Wed 14/117:10MEL - JNB
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/12R20 195
Tue 23/1211:00JNB - BNE
1 stop39h 30mCathay Pacific
Mon 26/112:10BNE - JNB
1 stop27h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 22/12R20 378
Tue 23/1211:00JNB - BNE
1 stop39h 30mCathay Pacific
Tue 10/36:05BNE - JNB
2 stops33h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 22/12R20 996
Tue 23/1221:55JNB - PER
Nonstop9h 55mQantas Airways
Fri 27/213:30PER - JNB
Nonstop11h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/12R21 113
Wed 31/1216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops27h 55mRwandAir
Wed 14/123:40MEL - JNB
2 stops35h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 23/12R21 230

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 23 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 036

One-way from

R7 861

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 260
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 21/4-4/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 66h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R34 769 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 939 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 23 December 2025.
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JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

11:20-20:10

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

10:10-7:40

1 stop29h 30m

R14 470

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

11:00-20:50

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/3

22:20-7:25

1 stop42h 05m

R14 887

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

11:00-9:35

1 stop37h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/3

15:15-7:25

1 stop25h 10m

R14 887

JohannesburgBrisbane

JNB - BNE

JNBBNE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

12:40-22:45

1 stop26h 05m

Brisbane

Thu 23/4

15:10-17:15

1 stop34h 05m

R15 405

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

11:20-20:10

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 2/5

14:05-7:40

1 stop25h 35m

R15 438

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

11:20-10:30

2 stops39h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

9:20-7:40

2 stops30h 20m

R15 505

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

11:00-23:00

1 stop27h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 31/3

6:45-7:40

2 stops33h 55m

R15 572

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

9:50-17:00

1 stop23h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

15:40-8:20

1 stop24h 40m

R15 655

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

11:20-20:10

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 2/5

11:05-7:40

2 stops28h 35m

R15 939

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

11:20-9:40

1 stop37h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 20/5

7:00-7:40

2 stops32h 40m

R15 972

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Australia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Australia from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Australia (average of R10 565). Flying from Johannesburg to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 021). 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 23 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg to Australia in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 6% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Australia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Australia. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Australia flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Australia delayed?

About 28% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 175 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 early afternoon 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 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.

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 23 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways 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
8,1
Very Good
1 419 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

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
8,1
Very Good
1 419 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 419 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

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
1 103 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 419 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

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
949 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 419 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

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
7,5
Good
50 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 419 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

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
3 689 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 419 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

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 24h 50m. The distance between Johannesburg and Australia is about 11018 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 252), Qatar Airways (R6 779), and Cathay Pacific (R6 827).

  • 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 - Melbourne, 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 R46 046, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R10 283. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around R12 701.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Australia (average of R10 565). Flying from Johannesburg to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 021). 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 9 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Australia

Discover the top 9 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 23 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 883AverageR14 998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 573AverageR15 798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR11 779AverageR19 368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 604AverageR15 120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR13 391AverageR17 952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 816AverageR18 109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 213AverageR21 540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR16 397AverageR20 786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR18 603AverageR22 414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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