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Cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R10 926

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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
may. 9 — may. 161
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 86 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday 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 9 abril 2026.

vie. 22/513:00
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
sáb. 20/69:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4R17 931
jue. 14/520:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop43h 25m
Etihad Airways
mié. 27/59:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4R17 947
mar. 1/911:00
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 35m
Singapore Airlines
vie. 18/919:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/4R18 226
vie. 22/59:45
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
vie. 29/59:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4R18 784
dom. 14/69:45
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
mar. 23/612:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4R18 817
vie. 22/59:45
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
dom. 31/59:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4R18 882
mar. 19/513:00
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
mar. 26/512:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4R18 981
vie. 15/59:45
SYD
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JNB
2 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
sáb. 13/619:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop37h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4R18 997
vie. 22/515:40
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Etihad Airways
vie. 29/59:45
JNB
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SYD
1 stop36h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R19 112

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 9 abril 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 931

One-way from

R10 926

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 491

Good round-trip deal

R25 464 or less

Good one-way deal

R17 476 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/5-20/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 63h 35m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 11/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 43h 25m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R49 493 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R12 862 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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Cheapest return flight

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dom. 19/4

20:45-4:00

1 stop39h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 9/5

12:40-17:30

1 stop44h 50m

R22 458

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 20/4

20:45-10:30

1 stop45h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 5/5

19:50-21:50

2 stops42h 00m

R23 541

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jue. 7/5

6:00-5:30

1 stop31h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 13/5

13:30-6:25

2 stops32h 55m

R23 590

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 20/4

20:45-4:00

1 stop39h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 7/5

19:50-9:55

2 stops54h 05m

R23 623

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 11/5

6:00-5:30

1 stop31h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 25/5

22:20-22:05

1 stop39h 45m

R23 689

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mié. 27/5

20:10-16:15

1 stop28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 7/6

13:30-6:45

2 stops33h 15m

R23 754

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jue. 27/8

20:45-15:20

1 stop26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 5/9

14:45-6:15

2 stops31h 30m

R23 935

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jue. 14/5

6:00-10:15

1 stop36h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 15/5

13:30-6:25

2 stops32h 55m

R24 148
Fastest return journey

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 5/10

10:35-16:25

Nonstop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 19/10

18:45-15:55

Nonstop12h 10m

R25 198

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 24/8

9:35-16:25

Nonstop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 31/8

18:45-14:55

Nonstop12h 10m

R25 198

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

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 86 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 R12 435). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 684). 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 9 abril 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 9 abril 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,South African, andQantas 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
1 491 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

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
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

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
7,6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

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
1 017 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

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 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 3 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 31h 30m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R23 590. 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 124), South African (R14 408), and Qantas Airways (R18 766) 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 156. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines, 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 R24 916 for a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R12 995 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R15 043.

  • 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 R12 435). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 684). 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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Discover the top 3 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 9 abril 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 124AverageR18 442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR14 408AverageR19 312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR18 766AverageR24 820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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