Cheap flights from South Africa to Australia

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From South Africa to Australia

How popular is this flight route?

The South Africa to Australia flight path was viewed by 826 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Australia?

The most popular airlines flying from South Africa to Australia are Cathay Pacific, Emirates and Etihad Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Australia?

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

What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Australia?

Looking for the cheapest flight from South Africa to Australia? While on average our users pay R16 074, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R7 233. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around R10 719.

What airports serve South Africa to Australia flights?

In South Africa, you can purchase a flight to Australia via the O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, the Cape Town International Airport in Cape Town, the King Shaka International Airport in Durban, or the Port Elizabeth Airport in Port Elizabeth. Flights to Australia can be serviced to Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, and Melbourne, with some airports providing continuation to Adelaide, Canberra, or Albury. The O.R. Tambo International Airport is just 20 minutes from the city centre, while the Cape Town International Airport is just 17 minutes from the city. The King Shaka International Airport is a 20-minute drive from Durban by car or taxi.

Which airlines fly directly from South Africa to Australia?

There are nonstop flights available from the O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg to the Perth Airport in Australia. Nonstop flights are nine hours and 30 minutes long. There are no other direct flights available from South Africa to Australia. Most flights include at least one stop and can extend the duration of the travel by over a day.

What are the stopover options on flights from South Africa to Australia?

There are quite a few flights available from the various South African airports to a number of Australian airports that include one or two stopovers. The most common flight will stop at the Dubai International Airport or the Hong Kong International Airport for one or two hours before continuing the final leg of the journey to Australia. Flights from Johannesburg and Cape Town can also include layovers in other Australian cities, which can sometimes be an overnight stay.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from South Africa to Australia?

Travellers are required to have an updated visa and passport in order to enter the country of Australia. Some passport holders can apply for an Electronic Travel Authority, or ETA, which serves as a visa that allows visitors to remain in the country for up to 90 days. If you plan on extending your stay beyond that, you are required to have a valid visa before your scheduled flight date to the country.