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Cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R11 278

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 29/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
Jul 4 — Jul 111
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 Saturday or Wednesday 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 4 June 2026.

Fri 9/1016:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/1112:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop45h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6R20 828
Thu 15/1015:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sat 14/1112:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop45h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6R20 861
Sun 1/1115:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop32h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sat 7/1112:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop45h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6R21 220
Thu 23/714:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop36h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 30/713:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 1/6R21 611
Tue 9/614:35
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 16/620:55
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6R21 741
Thu 4/610:00
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/619:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop37h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/5R21 774
Sun 7/614:35
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/612:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5R21 855
Thu 29/1021:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop43h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 2/119:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/5R21 920

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 4 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R20 861

One-way from

R11 278

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R23 289
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/10-14/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 71h 15m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
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29/7
  • 29/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 40m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R50 658 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R13 148 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/10

12:00-8:40

2 stops29h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

13:45-6:50

1 stop32h 05m

R24 170

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 16/9

10:20-16:15

2 stops37h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/9

13:30-6:25

2 stops32h 55m

R26 337

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/7

13:05-13:25

3 stops32h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

11:10-20:10

1 stop25h 00m

R26 614
Fastest return journey

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/10

9:30-15:00

Nonstop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

17:30-14:30

Nonstop12h 00m

R28 293

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/10

20:15-11:25

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

13:10-19:30

2 stops21h 20m

R30 884

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/7

6:25-7:55

2 stops33h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/7

11:10-9:05

2 stops37h 55m

R31 634

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/7

7:40-7:45

1 stop32h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

11:10-9:05

2 stops37h 55m

R33 133

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/7

7:40-7:55

1 stop32h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/7

11:10-8:40

1 stop37h 30m

R33 606

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 30/6

21:55-7:55

1 stop42h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

11:10-8:40

1 stop37h 30m

R34 079
Cheapest one-way

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/10

15:50-15:35

1 stop32h 45m

R12 517

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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 809). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 053). 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 4 June 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.

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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 4 June 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
1 530 reviews
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Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 530 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 042 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

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 14h 30m. Virgin Australia provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R28 293. 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 228), and Qantas Airways (R18 643) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Singapore Airlines is 37% 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 102. 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.

  • 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 809). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 053). 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?

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Qantas Airways flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo
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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 4 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 228AverageR17 421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR18 643AverageR24 918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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