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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Australia from R7 691

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
Feb 23 — Mar 21
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 24 January 2026.

Tue 3/319:55
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 8/313:50
PER
-
JNB
1 stop34h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 23/1R12 432
Mon 2/319:55
JNB
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PER
1 stop34h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 16/317:05
PER
-
JNB
1 stop31h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 22/1R12 642
Mon 23/219:55
JNB
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PER
1 stop34h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 7/36:40
PER
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 23/1R12 867
Mon 9/320:35
JNB
-
PER
Nonstop9h 35m
South African
Mon 16/323:50
PER
-
JNB
Nonstop11h 15m
South African
Deal found 23/1R13 351
Tue 3/320:35
JNB
-
PER
Nonstop9h 35m
South African
Sun 8/323:50
PER
-
JNB
Nonstop11h 15m
South African
Deal found 23/1R13 577
Mon 2/320:35
JNB
-
PER
Nonstop9h 35m
South African
Mon 16/323:50
PER
-
JNB
Nonstop11h 15m
South African
Deal found 22/1R13 835
Wed 11/212:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 18/222:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/1R14 012
Tue 10/320:35
JNB
-
PER
Nonstop9h 35m
South African
Tue 17/323:50
PER
-
JNB
Nonstop11h 15m
South African
Deal found 22/1R14 125
Tue 24/213:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 8/322:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/1R14 238
Sun 8/312:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 15/315:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop32h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/1R14 238
Wed 11/39:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 18/316:35
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/1R14 319
Mon 9/320:30
JNB
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ADL
1 stop36h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 16/322:00
ADL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/1R14 335

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 24 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 432

One-way from

R7 691

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 398
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 3/3-8/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R28 090 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 643 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 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 24 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Australia that are best for you.

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Australia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgAdelaide

JNB - ADL

JNBADL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

20:30-17:05

1 stop36h 05m

Adelaide

Mon 16/3

22:00-15:35

1 stop26h 05m

R14 335

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

9:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

18:20-8:20

1 stop23h 00m

R14 835

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

11:00-23:00

1 stop27h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

8:40-7:25

1 stop31h 45m

R15 383

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

11:00-23:00

1 stop27h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

8:40-7:25

1 stop31h 45m

R15 447

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

11:00-23:00

1 stop27h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

0:45-7:25

1 stop39h 40m

R15 480

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

11:10-11:15

1 stop40h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

7:25-7:55

1 stop32h 30m

R15 496

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

11:10-20:10

1 stop25h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

21:55-7:55

1 stop42h 00m

R15 512

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

11:05-20:10

1 stop25h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

14:05-7:55

1 stop25h 50m

R15 512

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

11:05-6:10

1 stop35h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/4

10:10-7:45

1 stop29h 35m

R15 657

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

11:10-20:10

1 stop25h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 2/5

10:10-7:55

1 stop29h 45m

R15 657

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Australia (average of R10 207). Flying from Johannesburg to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 480). 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 24 January 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 24% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 198 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?

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 24 January 2026.
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
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

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
1 436 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

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
1 143 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

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
975 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

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
3 730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

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
7,3
Good
52 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

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 22h 10m. The distance between Johannesburg and Australia is about 10313 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 040), Qatar Airways (R6 583), and Cathay Pacific (R6 596).

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

    When deciding which route to take from Johannesburg to Australia, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Perth, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 R44 628, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R10 224. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Perth), is priced around R11 368.

  • 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 207). Flying from Johannesburg to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 480). 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 24 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 548AverageR14 420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 205AverageR15 352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR11 381AverageR18 753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 179AverageR14 446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR12 828AverageR17 598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 366AverageR17 542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 664AverageR20 581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR16 599AverageR20 793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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