When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 61 days in advance, which can save you up to 10% on flights from Johannesburg to Australia compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 61 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at R15 459. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from R16 332.
August is one of the best times of the year to fly to Australia from Johannesburg. Prices for August average R14 249 per person but you can even find prices for as low as R11 267. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a August flight can save you 20% on your journey compared to booking in August
Yes, there are multiple flights from Johannesburg to Australia for under R11 645. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air Mauritius for just R10 844, but on average you can expect to pay R19 360.
Airlines globally have implemented additional safety measures to accommodate you. Etihad Airways is one of them. Airline carriers are regularly disinfecting and sanitising their aircraft. Masks are provided and are mandatory while on board. Pre-flight testing for symptoms and antibodies, alongside socially-distanced seating (for a limited time) will work towards keeping travellers safer while flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Australia. Policies will vary by airline.
Some of the carriers operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Australia that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are Qantas Airways, South African, and Emirates. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.
There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Australia, but Cheapflights can provide you with all the information you need to find the fastest route with the fewest stops.
There are currently 4+ open flights from Johannesburg to Australia within the next 7 days for less than R39 302.
This flight path from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Australia was viewed by 8 742 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Australia are Air China, Cathay Pacific and Emirates. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.
The most popular route from Johannesburg to Australia is Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith. You may also consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Perth or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Melbourne.
The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg to Australia is R7 449. On average you can expect to pay R22 342. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for R19 622.
For as low as R10 845, Air Mauritius can have you in Australia from Johannesburg in 13h 35m. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
According to our current data, Air Mauritius (R10 845), Qatar Airways (R18 007), and Emirates (R19 608) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg to Australia.
R12 766 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on British Airways, with prices from R30 671.
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R737 | R928 | No cancel fee | 82% |
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R728 | R940 | No cancel fee | 75% |
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R734 | R971 | No cancel fee | 68% |
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R637 | R991 | No cancel fee | 81% |
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R825 | R1 029 | No cancel fee | 75% |
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R888 | R1 033 | No cancel fee | 72% |
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R711 | R1 134 | No cancel fee | 74% |
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R750 | R1 227 | No cancel fee | 78% |
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R11 679 | R20 232 | No cancel fee | 76% |
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