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Cheap flights from Australia to South Africa from R10 613

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 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
Jun 1 — Jun 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 May 2026.

Wed 29/417:20
PER
-
JNB
2 stops47h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R18 311
Thu 23/71:10
PER
-
JNB
1 stop24h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 8/813:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop33h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 29/4R18 544
Tue 1/923:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 14/920:25
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/5R18 794
Fri 14/85:35
PER
-
JNB
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/912:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R18 960
Mon 24/818:00
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 8/920:25
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop25h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 28/4R19 027
Wed 29/417:20
PER
-
JNB
2 stops40h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R19 077
Tue 3/1117:05
PER
-
CPT
2 stops46h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 10/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops46h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 30/4R19 210
Sun 3/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop41h 45m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R19 460
Thu 14/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop41h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 28/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R19 544
Tue 5/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop41h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 19/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R19 560
Tue 5/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 12/519:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R19 577
Mon 18/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop41h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 1/612:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/5R19 660

Find flight deals from Australia to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 2 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 544

One-way from

R10 613

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 044

Good round-trip deal

R25 379 or less

Good one-way deal

R15 405 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 23/7-8/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 35m total
  • Australia to South Africa
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3/8
  • 3/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 45m total
  • Australia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R27 903 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R10 352 potential savings vs. average return price).
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PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 9/8

6:25-9:25

2 stops33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/8

10:40-5:10

2 stops36h 30m

R20 727

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

17:20-8:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

9:50-15:50

1 stop22h 00m

R22 543

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Tue 9/6

2:10-11:50

2 stops63h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

13:15-18:35

1 stop23h 20m

R22 609

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Wed 10/6

22:55-13:10

1 stop44h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

13:15-18:35

1 stop23h 20m

R23 359

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Sun 17/5

22:45-10:30

1 stop41h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

19:50-11:55

1 stop34h 05m

R23 409

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 22/8

14:45-4:00

2 stops45h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

9:50-15:50

1 stop22h 00m

R23 909

BrisbaneJohannesburg

BNE - JNB

BNEJNB

Brisbane

Thu 29/10

15:10-15:25

1 stop32h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

12:45-22:55

1 stop26h 10m

R24 625

PerthDurban

PER - DUR

PERDUR

Perth

Mon 25/5

22:45-7:15

2 stops38h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 16/6

12:05-18:35

2 stops24h 30m

R24 692

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

22:45-10:30

1 stop43h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

12:40-17:15

1 stop44h 35m

R24 692

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 20/5

22:45-8:10

3 stops41h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

12:40-17:15

1 stop44h 35m

R24 909

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to South Africa

How far ahead should I book a flight from Australia to South Africa?

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Australia to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to South Africa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to South Africa (average of R15 812). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R28 691). 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 AU to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 May 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Australia to South Africa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

How often are flights from Australia to South Africa delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Australia and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 142 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Australia to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Australia to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, South African have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 2 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific from Australia to South Africa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 567 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 312 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
South African
7,6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 030 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Australia to South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Australia to South Africa in 23h. Fly via Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways, or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Australia and South Africa are separated by a distance of 10313 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to South Africa one-way?

    R8 283 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from R8 993 and R9 599, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to South Africa 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 Australia to South Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to South Africa (average of R15 812). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R28 691). 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 6 airlines flying from Australia to South Africa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Australia to South Africa. 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 2 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapestR9 174AverageR25 006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 213AverageR19 105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR14 174AverageR21 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 635AverageR27 501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR18 215AverageR26 341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 320AverageR41 521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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