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Cheap flights from Australia to South Africa from R9 073

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 25/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
Sep 10 — Sep 171
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 11 August 2026.

Sun 18/101:10 -
1 stop24h 10m
Mon 23/1113:40 -
1 stop33h 45m
Deal found 9/8R18 502
Mon 19/1020:50 -
2 stops29h 45m
Mon 23/1120:20 -
1 stop40h 25m
Deal found 9/8R18 567
Sat 10/1020:50 -
2 stops29h 45m
Sat 7/1120:20 -
1 stop40h 25m
Deal found 9/8R18 971
Mon 14/914:45 -
2 stops53h 05m
Sun 20/916:35 -
2 stops54h 10m
Deal found 9/8R19 036
Sun 11/1013:00 -
3 stops33h 25m
Sun 25/1012:35 -
1 stop44h 15m
Deal found 10/8R19 165
Sun 11/101:10 -
1 stop24h 10m
Tue 20/1020:25 -
1 stop21h 30m
Deal found 6/8R19 230
Tue 29/95:35 -
3 stops32h 45m
Tue 10/1113:45 -
1 stop23h 00m
Deal found 9/8R19 246
Sat 24/1014:00 -
3 stops32h 25m
Mon 16/1117:20 -
2 stops62h 40m
Deal found 10/8R19 295
Sun 6/95:35 -
2 stops33h 25m
Sun 13/914:05 -
2 stops32h 15m
Deal found 9/8R19 343
Thu 3/95:35 -
2 stops33h 35m
Thu 10/914:05 -
2 stops32h 15m
Deal found 6/8R19 392
Thu 13/823:20 -
2 stops50h 50m
Thu 20/814:30 -
2 stops28h 10m
Deal found 8/8R19 408
Sun 13/910:20 -
2 stops57h 30m
Sun 20/916:35 -
2 stops54h 10m
Deal found 9/8R19 424

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 11 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 338

One-way from

R9 073

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 583

Good round-trip deal

R25 059 or less

Good one-way deal

R17 629 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 31/1-28/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 74h 30m total
  • Australia to South Africa
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25/10
  • 25/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 35m total
  • Australia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R24 571 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R11 463 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to South Africa 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 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

PerthCape Town

PER Perth - CPT Cape Town Intl

PERCPT

Perth

Mon 30/11

2:25-12:05

2 stops39h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/12

0:55-15:15

2 stops32h 20m

R20 216

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

17:10-15:35

1 stop31h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

13:45-17:50

1 stop43h 05m

R20 718

SydneyCape Town

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/11

12:45-23:00

2 stops43h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

12:35-19:20

1 stop45h 45m

R21 252

BrisbaneJohannesburg

BNE Brisbane - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

BNEJNB

Brisbane

Thu 29/10

13:10-8:20

2 stops27h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

20:20-5:05

2 stops48h 45m

R21 381

PerthJohannesburg

PER Perth - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

PERJNB

Perth

Wed 25/11

7:25-11:00

3 stops57h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/12

18:50-15:15

2 stops38h 25m

R21 834

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/11

15:50-8:40

1 stop25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

20:20-6:50

1 stop25h 30m

R22 173

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MELJNB

Melbourne

Wed 3/2

17:10-15:35

1 stop31h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/2

20:20-17:50

1 stop36h 30m

R22 190

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/10

15:50-15:35

1 stop32h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

20:20-6:50

1 stop25h 30m

R22 206

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/10

15:50-15:35

1 stop32h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

13:45-6:50

1 stop32h 05m

R22 206

PerthCape Town

PER Perth - CPT Cape Town Intl

PERCPT

Perth

Tue 8/9

9:20-14:10

2 stops34h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

13:15-4:20

2 stops33h 05m

R22 545

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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

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 R17 985). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 034). 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 11 August 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Australia to South Africa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 38% 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 18% of weekly flights between Australia and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 143 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?

Wednesday 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.

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

Booking 90 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.

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 11 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African 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
1 584 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

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
1 584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 649 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

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.
South African
7,6
Good
63 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

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
1 081 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 740 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

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 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 31h 25m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, or Virgin Australia 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 040 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 Qatar Airways and South African, with prices starting from R9 318 and R11 857, 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 R17 985). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 034). 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 7 airlines flying from Australia to South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapestR8 006AverageR8 097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 108AverageR28 495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 794AverageR16 868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 127AverageR26 374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR14 792AverageR22 025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR16 415AverageR24 046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR17 701AverageR29 622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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