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Cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R8 487

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 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
Apr 4 — Apr 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 86 days in advance, depart on a Thursday 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 5 March 2026.

Mon 9/118:05
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 16/1119:55
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop30h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 1/3R15 973
Mon 16/321:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop43h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/414:55
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop42h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3R16 384
Mon 6/718:00
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop32h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 8/919:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop30h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/3R16 581
Tue 1/918:00
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop32h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 30/919:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop26h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 1/3R16 745
Fri 13/321:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop43h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sat 11/49:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/2R16 893
Thu 16/418:00
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop32h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 27/419:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop30h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/3R16 909
Sun 23/818:00
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop32h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 5/919:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/3R16 942
Tue 17/316:35
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 31/314:55
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3R16 975
Sun 2/818:00
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop32h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 12/819:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop26h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/3R17 040
Mon 16/321:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop43h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/320:30
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3R17 139

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 5 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 384

One-way from

R8 487

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 764

Good round-trip deal

R18 968 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/3-1/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 85h 50m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 16/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 43h 35m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R44 189 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R11 462 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

14:50-8:50

1 stop26h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

20:40-6:10

1 stop25h 30m

R22 326

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/3

7:15-15:35

2 stops41h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

14:55-7:10

1 stop31h 15m

R23 279

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/4

20:45-2:20

2 stops37h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

16:50-17:10

2 stops40h 20m

R23 328

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 28/3

21:40-15:50

1 stop27h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

14:45-6:10

1 stop31h 25m

R23 328

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/5

7:40-7:55

1 stop32h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

11:10-6:10

1 stop35h 00m

R23 410

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/5

21:05-10:30

2 stops45h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

18:00-19:10

2 stops41h 10m

R23 935

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/4

21:30-10:30

2 stops69h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

18:00-19:10

2 stops41h 10m

R24 034
Fastest return journey

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/5

9:35-16:25

Nonstop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

22:30-22:30

1 stop16h 00m

R24 543

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

9:35-16:25

Nonstop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

22:30-22:30

1 stop16h 00m

R24 822

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 31/3

15:50-9:10

1 stop26h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

14:45-17:20

3 stops42h 35m

R26 857

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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 27 February 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 476). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 973). 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 5 March 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 5 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways, andSouth African 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
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 468 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 002 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

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
7,5
Good
56 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

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 26h. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R22 326. 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 133), South African (R14 418), and Qantas Airways (R18 779) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Singapore Airlines is 36% 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 083. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways, 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 031 for a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R18 543 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R14 726.

  • 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 476). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 973). 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 3 airlines flying from Sydney to OR Tambo

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 5 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 133AverageR17 627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR14 418AverageR19 317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR18 779AverageR24 747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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