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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Australia from R7 509

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 25/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
May 15 — May 221
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 15 April 2026.

Thu 11/619:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/615:40
PER
-
JNB
1 stop29h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/4R14 430
Wed 13/519:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 27/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R14 462
Wed 27/519:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/622:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4R14 495
Mon 7/913:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop33h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 14/913:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop34h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/4R14 544
Sat 23/520:25
JNB
-
PER
1 stop26h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 7/86:25
PER
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4R14 560
Fri 1/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 31/522:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/4R14 708
Mon 10/89:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 28/815:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/4R14 740
Fri 7/89:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 14/815:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/4R14 773
Thu 6/89:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 13/821:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/4R14 789
Tue 26/519:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/622:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/4R14 822
Tue 12/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 15/522:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/4R14 839
Fri 29/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/622:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R14 855

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 15 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 430

One-way from

R7 509

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R16 327
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/6-18/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 41h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R22 002 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 337 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 15 April 2026.
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JohannesburgBrisbane

JNB - BNE

JNBBNE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/8

20:55-17:30

1 stop36h 35m

Brisbane

Fri 28/8

10:55-15:20

2 stops36h 25m

R16 082

JohannesburgAdelaide

JNB - ADL

JNBADL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/7

20:55-10:05

2 stops29h 40m

Adelaide

Fri 30/10

22:00-15:35

1 stop26h 05m

R16 540

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

18:10-12:15

2 stops36h 05m

Perth

Sun 31/5

22:55-4:00

1 stop35h 05m

R17 898

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

19:50-17:00

1 stop37h 10m

Cairns

Wed 3/6

18:15-18:35

1 stop56h 20m

R17 931

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

12:40-11:55

1 stop41h 15m

Perth

Sat 6/6

22:55-17:25

2 stops48h 30m

R18 127

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

19:50-10:25

1 stop30h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/8

18:00-18:35

1 stop32h 35m

R18 143

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

19:50-17:30

1 stop37h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

20:45-4:00

1 stop39h 15m

R18 143
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

22:30-14:25

Nonstop9h 55m

Perth

Fri 29/5

15:00-20:05

Nonstop11h 05m

R19 010

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

19:50-9:50

2 stops54h 00m

Cairns

Mon 1/6

16:55-4:00

2 stops43h 05m

R19 043

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

19:50-12:15

1 stop34h 25m

Perth

Wed 5/8

22:45-15:20

1 stop22h 35m

R19 174

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Australia (average of R9 734). Flying from Johannesburg to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 282). 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 15 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 15 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
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 495 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 275 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 019 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

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
3 728 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

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 922), Cathay Pacific (R6 689), and Qatar Airways (R6 886).

  • 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 R49 099, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R10 323. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around R14 773.

  • 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 734). Flying from Johannesburg to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 282). 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 15 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 224AverageR14 468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 423AverageR16 210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR11 595AverageR19 341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 363AverageR14 562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR12 813AverageR17 911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 945AverageR17 725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 105AverageR20 280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR16 841AverageR21 097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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