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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Australia from R7 734

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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
Apr 26 — May 31
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 27 March 2026.

Mon 27/414:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 4/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop23h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/3R14 972
Fri 1/514:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 15/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop23h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/3R15 058
Fri 24/414:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 1/515:40
PER
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/3R15 092
Wed 27/514:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/615:40
PER
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/3R15 126
Thu 16/414:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/622:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop23h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/3R15 144
Mon 6/414:55
JNB
-
PER
1 stop21h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 13/45:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop42h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/3R15 178
Fri 8/59:45
JNB
-
PER
2 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/55:35
PER
-
JNB
2 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3R15 229
Sun 28/69:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 12/715:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/3R15 298
Thu 7/514:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 14/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop23h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/3R15 332
Sat 4/414:55
JNB
-
PER
1 stop21h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/622:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop23h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/3R15 366
Wed 6/59:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 05m
Etihad Airways
Mon 25/520:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop43h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/3R15 366
Mon 11/514:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop42h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 18/520:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop44h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/3R15 383

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 27 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 972

One-way from

R7 734

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 503
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 27/4-4/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R22 845 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 670 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 27 March 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

20:40-17:10

1 stop36h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/5

20:45-16:10

1 stop27h 25m

R15 571

JohannesburgBrisbane

JNB - BNE

JNBBNE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

20:40-17:30

1 stop36h 50m

Brisbane

Wed 13/5

22:10-16:10

1 stop26h 00m

R16 016

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

9:45-15:50

1 stop22h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

17:20-8:15

1 stop22h 55m

R16 769

JohannesburgAdelaide

JNB - ADL

JNBADL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

10:05-20:05

1 stop26h 30m

Adelaide

Sun 17/5

22:00-20:35

1 stop30h 05m

R18 600

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

16:50-4:55

2 stops28h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

15:10-14:20

2 stops31h 10m

R18 805

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

14:45-6:10

1 stop31h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/5

14:50-8:50

1 stop26h 00m

R18 840

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

14:45-18:35

1 stop21h 50m

Perth

Mon 27/4

15:40-18:10

3 stops32h 30m

R19 233

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

14:45-22:05

1 stop23h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

16:10-16:10

1 stop32h 00m

R19 302
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

22:30-14:25

Nonstop9h 55m

Perth

Tue 26/5

15:00-20:05

Nonstop11h 05m

R19 678

JohannesburgBrisbane

JNB - BNE

JNBBNE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

14:45-22:45

1 stop24h 00m

Brisbane

Sun 26/4

15:10-8:50

1 stop25h 40m

R19 729

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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 R10 746). Flying from Johannesburg to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 938). 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 27 March 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 184 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 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 27 March 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
1 484 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
1 484 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
1 232 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
1 013 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
3 733 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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 05m. 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 194), Cathay Pacific (R6 996), and Qatar Airways (R7 111).

  • 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 R55 540, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R9 941. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around R15 041.

  • 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 R10 746). Flying from Johannesburg to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 938). 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 27 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 647AverageR15 099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 921AverageR17 117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR12 115AverageR20 291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 916AverageR15 221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR13 481AverageR18 575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 566AverageR18 584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 962AverageR21 375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR17 614AverageR22 066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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