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Cheap flights from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R9 023

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
Dec 25 — Jan 11
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to OR Tambo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to OR Tambo flight deals. Data was last updated 25 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 859

One-way from

R9 023

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R18 999

Good round-trip deal

R18 049 or less

Good one-way deal

R16 783 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 20/1-4/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Australia to Johannesburg
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5/2
  • 5/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 15m total
  • Australia to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R45 519 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R11 979 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Australia to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 November 2025.

Mon 24/110:25PER - JNB
1 stop37h 00mCathay Pacific
Tue 2/1211:00JNB - PER
1 stop37h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/11R15 015
Mon 24/110:25PER - JNB
1 stop37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1219:55JNB - PER
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11R16 816
Sun 30/118:30PER - JNB
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Sun 7/1211:00JNB - PER
1 stop37h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 23/11R17 561
Wed 26/1122:45PER - JNB
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1219:55JNB - PER
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11R18 202
Tue 25/115:15PER - JNB
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1219:55JNB - PER
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11R18 652
Mon 24/1121:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Wed 10/129:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/11R18 756
Fri 28/1116:35SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1211:00JNB - SYD
1 stop40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11R18 860
Mon 1/1216:40MEL - JNB
1 stop22h 30mSingapore Airlines
Mon 30/319:50JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/11R18 912
Wed 26/1122:45PER - JNB
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1219:55JNB - PER
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11R19 241
Tue 25/110:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific
Wed 3/1211:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/11R19 501
Tue 2/1216:35SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/211:00JNB - SYD
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11R19 605
Mon 24/1121:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Sun 30/119:50JNB - SYD
1 stop23h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/11R19 657

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Australia

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DarwinJohannesburg

DRW - JNB

DRWJNB

Darwin

Thu 5/3

15:50-18:35

1 stop34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

19:55-1:00

1 stop21h 35m

R15 639

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Wed 25/3

8:30-7:25

1 stop28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

11:20-22:40

1 stop29h 20m

R17 146

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Mon 19/1

20:40-8:20

3 stops41h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

20:30-4:30

2 stops26h 00m

R18 739

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 19/1

8:20-6:10

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

19:55-11:50

1 stop30h 55m

R19 535

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

8:15-8:20

3 stops32h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

11:55-22:10

1 stop26h 15m

R19 830

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Fri 30/1

5:35-8:20

2 stops32h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

9:25-18:45

3 stops27h 20m

R19 847

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

18:20-8:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

9:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

R19 968

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Sun 12/4

4:40-13:05

3 stops38h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

11:55-18:50

1 stop24h 55m

R20 107

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Wed 1/4

0:10-7:40

1 stop37h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

11:20-22:40

1 stop29h 20m

R20 211

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 31/3

19:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

19:50-11:00

1 stop31h 10m

R20 419

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Australia with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R11 292). Flying from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 431). 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 AU to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

How often are flights from Australia to Johannesburg delayed?

About 27% of weekly flights between Australia and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 225 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Australia to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Australia to Johannesburg flights?

Over the past year, South African have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 25 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas Airways from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 421 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 421 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 421 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 409 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 421 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
944 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 421 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
South African
7,5
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 421 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 312 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 421 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport will take you 23h. Airlines will cover a distance of 10313 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 Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Etihad Airways (R9 162), Singapore Airlines (R10 842), and Qatar Airways (R14 842).

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

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

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R15 267. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for R13 180 on average, our data indicates R24 843 when flying from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R11 292). Flying from Australia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 431). 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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Travelling to a place near Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Book flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport if you plan to visit one of these locations
Sandton
Kempton Park
Potchefstroom
Edenvale
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Top 7 airlines flying from Australia to OR Tambo

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Australia to OR Tambo. 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 25 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 877AverageR20 387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 376AverageR17 660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 631AverageR17 149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR15 822AverageR21 800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 341AverageR22 310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR17 578AverageR24 249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR18 868AverageR26 200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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