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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Australia from R7 559

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 20/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
mar. 5 — mar. 121
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 3 febrero 2026.

dom. 1/311:00
JNB
-
PER
1 stop29h 55m
Cathay Pacific
dom. 8/38:30
PER
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/2R13 232
mar. 9/613:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop16h 45m
Singapore Airlines
sáb. 20/66:25
PER
-
JNB
1 stop18h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/2R13 312
mié. 18/311:00
JNB
-
PER
1 stop29h 55m
Cathay Pacific
mié. 25/38:30
PER
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/2R13 409
jue. 19/213:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
vie. 27/222:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2R13 522
dom. 1/320:35
JNB
-
PER
Nonstop9h 35m
South African
dom. 8/323:50
PER
-
JNB
Nonstop11h 15m
South African
Deal found 1/2R13 538
mar. 24/213:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
jue. 26/222:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2R13 570
jue. 2/411:10
JNB
-
PER
1 stop37h 40m
Cathay Pacific
lun. 4/50:10
PER
-
JNB
1 stop37h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/2R13 586
vie. 1/519:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop27h 20m
Singapore Airlines
sáb. 30/56:25
PER
-
JNB
1 stop18h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/2R13 618
lun. 13/411:05
JNB
-
PER
1 stop37h 45m
Cathay Pacific
lun. 20/48:20
PER
-
JNB
1 stop29h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/2R13 667
lun. 23/1111:20
JNB
-
PER
1 stop29h 35m
Cathay Pacific
mar. 29/120:25
PER
-
JNB
1 stop37h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/2R13 699
lun. 2/213:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
vie. 27/215:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop29h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2R13 747
jue. 21/511:10
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop34h 45m
Cathay Pacific
lun. 25/514:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 31/1R14 086

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 3 febrero 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 232

One-way from

R7 559

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 166
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 1/3-8/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 40h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R28 314 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 692 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 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 3 febrero 2026.
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Return

Price

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 1/3

11:00-22:55

1 stop29h 55m

Perth

dom. 8/3

8:30-7:25

1 stop28h 55m

R13 232

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 9/6

13:45-12:30

1 stop16h 45m

Perth

sáb. 20/6

6:25-18:35

1 stop18h 10m

R13 312

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 1/5

19:50-5:10

1 stop27h 20m

Perth

sáb. 30/5

6:25-18:35

1 stop18h 10m

R13 618

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 21/5

11:10-5:55

1 stop34h 45m

Melbourne

lun. 25/5

14:25-7:55

1 stop25h 30m

R14 086

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 23/3

13:45-23:20

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

lun. 30/3

16:10-15:20

1 stop32h 10m

R14 150

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 13/3

11:00-7:10

1 stop35h 10m

Melbourne

dom. 22/3

8:35-7:25

2 stops31h 50m

R14 279

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 18/3

11:00-7:10

1 stop35h 10m

Melbourne

mié. 25/3

7:10-7:25

2 stops33h 15m

R14 440

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 6/3

11:00-16:10

2 stops47h 10m

Perth

jue. 12/3

0:25-7:25

1 stop37h 00m

R14 505

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 27/3

11:00-23:00

1 stop27h 00m

Melbourne

jue. 30/4

6:45-7:55

2 stops33h 10m

R14 569

JohannesburgBrisbane

JNB - BNE

JNBBNE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 20/6

11:10-11:05

1 stop39h 55m

Brisbane

mar. 7/7

23:55-7:55

1 stop40h 00m

R14 730

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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 202). Flying from Johannesburg to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 489). 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 3 febrero 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 3 febrero 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
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

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
1 443 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

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
1 155 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

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
984 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

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
3 729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

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
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

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 16h 45m. 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 037), Qatar Airways (R6 580), and Cathay Pacific (R6 593).

  • 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 R44 115, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R10 767. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around R13 747.

  • 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 202). Flying from Johannesburg to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 489). 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 3 febrero 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 543AverageR14 333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 240AverageR15 393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR11 392AverageR18 686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 172AverageR14 416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR12 914AverageR17 471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 336AverageR17 498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 656AverageR20 401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR16 590AverageR20 783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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