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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Australia from R7 562

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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
Jun 30 — Jul 71
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 31 May 2026.

Mon 15/619:50
JNB
-
ADL
1 stop36h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 21/622:20
ADL
-
JNB
1 stop42h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5R14 363
Sun 8/1112:45
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop44h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 22/1116:10
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/5R14 687
Sun 1/1113:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 4/1215:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/5R14 768
Sat 30/519:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/622:45
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/5R14 849
Mon 24/820:25
JNB
-
PER
1 stop26h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 31/816:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 29/5R14 929
Fri 31/712:40
JNB
-
ADL
1 stop43h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 30/1022:00
ADL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/5R15 027
Fri 7/822:30
JNB
-
PER
Nonstop9h 55m
Qantas Airways
Sun 16/815:00
PER
-
JNB
Nonstop11h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 27/5R15 156
Fri 20/1121:50
JNB
-
PER
Nonstop9h 55m
Qantas Airways
Fri 22/113:30
PER
-
JNB
Nonstop11h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 26/5R15 253
Fri 7/822:30
JNB
-
PER
Nonstop9h 55m
Qantas Airways
Sun 23/815:00
PER
-
JNB
Nonstop11h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 28/5R15 334
Mon 6/79:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Thu 20/821:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/5R15 383
Fri 20/1112:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 22/122:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/5R15 415
Thu 4/612:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 17/614:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/5R15 496

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 31 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 363

One-way from

R7 562

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R15 383
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/6-21/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 78h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R21 536 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 227 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 31 May 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgAdelaide

JNB - ADL

JNBADL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

19:50-15:25

1 stop36h 05m

Adelaide

Sun 21/6

7:40-9:00

2 stops32h 50m

R14 638

JohannesburgAdelaide

JNB - ADL

JNBADL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/7

12:40-15:30

1 stop43h 20m

Adelaide

Fri 30/10

11:40-8:40

2 stops29h 30m

R15 140
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/8

22:30-14:25

Nonstop9h 55m

Perth

Sun 23/8

15:00-20:05

Nonstop11h 05m

R15 334

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

22:30-14:25

Nonstop9h 55m

Perth

Tue 25/8

15:00-20:05

Nonstop11h 05m

R15 723

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

17:30-23:15

1 stop20h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 29/10

6:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

R16 646

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

21:50-6:05

1 stop23h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/11

19:45-18:50

1 stop32h 05m

R17 083

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

17:30-19:05

1 stop16h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 29/10

6:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

R17 115

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

18:50-6:35

2 stops50h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/11

21:30-11:00

2 stops46h 30m

R18 508

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

20:25-23:55

1 stop21h 30m

Perth

Wed 30/9

13:45-6:10

1 stop22h 25m

R18 751

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

22:20-17:35

1 stop37h 15m

Perth

Sat 8/8

22:20-5:30

1 stop37h 10m

R18 913

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Australia (average of R14 460). Flying from Johannesburg to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 354). 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 31 May 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 23% 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 15% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Australia?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Australia, you should look to book at least 40 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 31 May 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
1 526 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

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
8,2
Very Good
1 526 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 526 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

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
1 352 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 526 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

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
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 526 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

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
1 042 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 526 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

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
3 729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 526 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

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 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 958), Cathay Pacific (R6 621), and Qatar Airways (R6 877).

  • 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 R44 524, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R11 155. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around R13 505.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Australia (average of R14 460). Flying from Johannesburg to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 354). 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 31 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 715AverageR14 233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 637AverageR16 514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR11 531AverageR19 691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 136AverageR14 370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR12 779AverageR17 931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 921AverageR17 710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 024AverageR20 086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR16 669AverageR21 074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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