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Cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R10 811

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
Jul 16 — Jul 231
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or May, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 11 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 663

One-way from

R10 811

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R23 450

Good round-trip deal

R24 322 or less

Good one-way deal

R17 257 or less
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 18/10-26/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 35m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 40m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R55 243 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R15 604 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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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 11 July 2025.

Sat 18/1021:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/1011:05JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7R17 663
Tue 4/1116:20SYD - JNB
1 stop25h 00mEtihad Airways
Thu 27/119:50JNB - SYD
1 stop23h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/7R18 267
Tue 12/815:00SYD - JNB
1 stop35h 35mSingapore Airlines
Fri 22/819:50JNB - SYD
1 stop30h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/7R19 154
Sun 24/819:00SYD - JNB
1 stop18h 15mSouth African
Sun 31/820:55JNB - SYD
1 stop16h 55mSouth African
Deal found 10/7R21 213
Mon 14/79:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 50mQantas Airways
Mon 4/818:45JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/7R21 497
Wed 5/1115:50SYD - JNB
1 stop32h 45mQatar Airways
Sun 23/1112:45JNB - SYD
1 stop33h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/7R22 296

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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 11 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Sydney

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/10

21:30-8:20

1 stop43h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/10

11:05-20:50

1 stop24h 45m

R17 663

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/11

16:20-8:20

1 stop25h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/11

9:50-18:35

1 stop23h 45m

R18 267

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/8

15:00-18:35

1 stop35h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/8

19:50-10:25

1 stop30h 35m

R19 154

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 24/8

19:00-5:15

1 stop18h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/8

20:55-21:50

1 stop16h 55m

R21 213

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/11

9:30-15:00

Nonstop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

17:30-14:30

Nonstop12h 00m

R21 994

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/11

15:50-9:45

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/11

19:50-6:50

1 stop26h 00m

R22 296

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/9

15:40-8:20

1 stop24h 40m

R10 811

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/9

12:50-13:05

2 stops32h 15m

R10 829

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 22/7

20:45-14:20

2 stops49h 35m

R13 456

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/7

10:10-7:40

1 stop29h 30m

R13 616

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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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 11 July 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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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 11 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, 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
8,1
Very Good
1 324 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 324 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 324 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
929 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 324 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
876 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 324 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
South African
7,5
Good
35 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 324 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 596 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 324 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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 4 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Etihad Airways (R18 267), Singapore Airlines (R19 154), and South African (R21 213) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Etihad Airways is 19% 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 R10 811. However, be on the lookout for offers from RwandAir and Cathay Pacific, 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 R22 429 for a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R14 972 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R13 971.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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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Fly from Sydney to OR Tambo on these airlines

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Top 4 airlines flying from Sydney to OR Tambo

Discover the top 4 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 11 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 853AverageR18 625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR19 109AverageR21 006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR19 366AverageR25 778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 079AverageR28 803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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