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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia from R7 828

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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
Jan 26 — Feb 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 December 2025.

Wed 31/1211:00JNB - BNE
2 stops44h 35mCathay Pacific
Sun 25/10:30BNE - JNB
1 stop38h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/12R21 552
Wed 31/1219:55JNB - BNE
1 stop27h 20mSingapore Airlines
Mon 26/118:10BNE - JNB
1 stop32h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 25/12R22 068
Fri 26/1216:50JNB - BNE
2 stops40h 40mRwandAir
Thu 1/121:55BNE - JNB
2 stops36h 25mRwandAir
Deal found 25/12R22 951
Fri 26/1211:00JNB - PER
1 stop29h 55mCathay Pacific
Sun 11/18:30PER - JNB
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/12R23 251
Sat 27/1217:30JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 3/19:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/12R25 033
Wed 24/123:10JNB - PER
2 stops33h 35mRwandAir
Sun 11/122:45PER - JNB
2 stops46h 55mRwandAir
Deal found 24/12R25 716
Fri 26/1217:30JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 27/1219:00SYD - JNB
2 stops32h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/12R26 115
Fri 26/1217:30JNB - BNE
1 stop17h 35mQantas Airways
Thu 1/15:00BNE - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/12R27 281
Sat 27/1211:20JNB - PER
1 stop37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/115:20PER - JNB
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R27 315
Fri 26/1221:55JNB - PER
Nonstop9h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 11/113:30PER - JNB
Nonstop11h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/12R27 365
Thu 25/1211:00JNB - PER
1 stop29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/115:20PER - JNB
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R27 431
Fri 26/1221:55JNB - PER
Nonstop9h 55mQantas Airways
Sat 10/113:25PER - JNB
1 stop31h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/12R27 664

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for OR Tambo to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 27 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 090

One-way from

R7 828

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 220

Good round-trip deal

R16 454 or less

Good one-way deal

R12 259 or less
South African
  • South African
  • 3/3-10/3
  • Nonstop
  • 20h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R34 622 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 917 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

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Australia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

20:35-12:10

Nonstop9h 35m

Perth

Wed 25/2

23:50-5:05

Nonstop11h 15m

R14 357

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

11:20-6:10

1 stop34h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

10:10-7:40

1 stop29h 30m

R14 457

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

11:20-8:40

1 stop37h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

7:40-7:40

1 stop32h 00m

R14 856

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

13:45-18:45

1 stop23h 00m

Perth

Wed 25/2

22:45-15:35

1 stop22h 50m

R14 923

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

11:20-10:30

2 stops39h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

7:40-7:40

1 stop32h 00m

R14 990

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

11:00-22:55

1 stop29h 55m

Perth

Fri 27/2

8:30-7:25

1 stop28h 55m

R15 040

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

11:20-20:10

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 2/5

7:40-7:40

1 stop32h 00m

R15 423

JohannesburgBrisbane

JNB - BNE

JNBBNE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

14:45-22:45

1 stop24h 00m

Brisbane

Thu 23/4

15:10-8:50

1 stop25h 40m

R15 439

JohannesburgBrisbane

JNB - BNE

JNBBNE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

11:20-12:35

2 stops41h 15m

Brisbane

Mon 25/5

12:35-7:40

1 stop27h 05m

R15 456

JohannesburgBrisbane

JNB - BNE

JNBBNE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

13:45-17:30

1 stop43h 45m

Brisbane

Mon 16/2

21:55-15:35

1 stop25h 40m

R15 556

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Australia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia (average of R10 543). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 990). 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 OR Tambo 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 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Australia. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Australia delayed?

About 28% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 175 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 early afternoon 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 27 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 421 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 421 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 421 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 106 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 421 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
957 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 421 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
South African
7,5
Good
50 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 421 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 694 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 421 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Australia?

    Airlines like South African, Cathay Pacific, and Qatar Airways fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia in about 9h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 25h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 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 OR Tambo Airport to Australia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Singapore Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R6 239. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia?

    While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Melbourne, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Perth is the most popular route from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia?

    On average you can expect to pay R45 951 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia. The cheapest flight overall is R10 261 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Perth) is currently priced at R12 725.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Australia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Australia?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia (average of R10 543). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 990). 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 9 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Australia

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 December 2025.
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 862AverageR14 967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 551AverageR15 766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR11 754AverageR19 328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 578AverageR15 089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR13 363AverageR17 915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 788AverageR18 072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 179AverageR21 495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR16 363AverageR20 743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR18 564AverageR22 368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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