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Cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R11 313

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 23/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
Jun 19 — Jun 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or March, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 May 2026.

Mon 12/1015:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop36h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 26/1013:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop22h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/5R20 144
Sun 14/615:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/620:55
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R20 177
Wed 21/1016:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Etihad Airways
Wed 11/119:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/5R20 360
Wed 12/815:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Etihad Airways
Wed 16/99:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R20 427
Wed 20/57:15
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/620:55
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R20 627
Mon 9/1116:35
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 26/119:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/5R20 643
Sun 1/1116:35
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 18/119:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/5R20 743
Wed 16/915:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 26/914:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop42h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R20 843
Thu 17/921:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 26/914:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop42h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R20 927
Wed 14/1016:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1120:20
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop37h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R21 193
Mon 15/621:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 22/69:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R21 260

Find flight deals from Sydney to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R20 144

One-way from

R11 313

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 393

Good one-way deal

R15 927 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 12/10-26/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 05m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 23/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 40m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R53 794 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R13 601 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to OR Tambo 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 20 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/10

16:35-8:20

1 stop24h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

9:50-17:55

1 stop23h 05m

R22 160

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/10

15:50-15:35

1 stop32h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

13:45-6:10

2 stops31h 25m

R24 776

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/6

19:00-10:30

2 stops47h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/6

14:40-17:30

3 stops42h 50m

R27 475

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/7

18:00-19:20

1 stop33h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

13:45-16:45

1 stop19h 00m

R28 891
Fastest return journey

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/10

9:30-15:00

Nonstop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

21:50-6:05

1 stop23h 15m

R29 107

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/7

18:00-19:20

1 stop33h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

13:45-6:05

1 stop32h 20m

R29 291

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 17/10

16:10-20:05

1 stop36h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

17:30-14:30

Nonstop12h 00m

R30 190

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/10

10:15-3:55

3 stops50h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

14:30-10:20

3 stops34h 50m

R30 440
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 23/9

15:40-8:20

1 stop24h 40m

R11 313

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 15/10

15:50-15:20

1 stop32h 30m

R12 713

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to OR Tambo

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should look to book at least 61 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.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R15 962). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 557). 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 SYD to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 20 May 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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 20 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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
1 521 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 521 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 521 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 038 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 521 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Located just 7,5 km from the city centre, Sydney Kingsford Smith is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Sydney. Booking flights from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Johannesburg OR Tambo should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A quick flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can take about 24h 45m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R22 160. There are 11018 km between Sydney and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Singapore Airlines (R13 111), and Qantas Airways (R19 059) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Singapore Airlines is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R8 283. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and South African, as they are both options that can get you from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for a low price.

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

    On average you can expect to pay R18 615 for a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R15 322 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R20 427.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R15 962). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 557). 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 2 airlines flying from Sydney to OR Tambo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 20 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 111AverageR17 391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR19 059AverageR25 176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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