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Cheap flights from Australia to South Africa from R10 332

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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
Aug 16 — Aug 231
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 17 July 2026.

Wed 14/106:25
PER
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 21/1020:25
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/7R17 782
Mon 12/104:45
PER
-
JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 13/1014:05
JNB
-
PER
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7R19 222
Mon 10/81:10
PER
-
JNB
1 stop24h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 31/820:25
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/7R19 534
Mon 10/81:10
PER
-
JNB
1 stop24h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 25/820:25
JNB
-
PER
1 stop36h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/7R19 550
Tue 11/85:35
PER
-
JNB
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/813:30
JNB
-
PER
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7R19 566
Fri 30/1022:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop22h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 15/1113:45
JNB
-
PER
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/7R19 599
Thu 27/815:50
PER
-
CPT
2 stops50h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 3/916:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7R19 615
Thu 13/815:50
PER
-
JNB
2 stops48h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 18/817:55
JNB
-
PER
2 stops49h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/7R19 665
Wed 19/813:05
PER
-
JNB
1 stop28h 20m
Air Mauritius
Tue 8/913:10
JNB
-
PER
1 stop14h 00m
Air Mauritius
Deal found 16/7R19 714
Sat 24/1018:20
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sat 7/119:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/7R19 714
Fri 30/1016:15
PER
-
JNB
2 stops60h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 15/1118:50
JNB
-
PER
2 stops48h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/7R19 746
Tue 1/915:50
PER
-
CPT
2 stops50h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 13/916:35
CPT
-
PER
2 stops50h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/7R19 763

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 17 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 782

One-way from

R10 266

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R22 186

Good round-trip deal

R29 719 or less

Good one-way deal

R16 590 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 14/10-21/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 00m total
  • Australia to South Africa
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13/9
  • 13/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 10m total
  • Australia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R27 692 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R11 637 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 17 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sat 14/11

17:10-17:25

1 stop33h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

12:35-23:20

1 stop25h 45m

R20 909

BrisbaneJohannesburg

BNE - JNB

BNEJNB

Brisbane

Mon 14/9

18:10-19:20

1 stop33h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

20:25-10:20

1 stop29h 55m

R21 760

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sat 5/9

23:20-11:50

2 stops42h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

16:35-0:40

2 stops50h 05m

R22 579

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Fri 23/10

8:20-7:55

1 stop29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

11:00-22:55

1 stop29h 55m

R22 595

BrisbaneJohannesburg

BNE - JNB

BNEJNB

Brisbane

Mon 14/9

18:10-19:20

1 stop33h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

13:45-10:20

1 stop36h 35m

R22 743

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/9

21:05-11:50

2 stops46h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/9

16:35-19:10

2 stops42h 35m

R22 890

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 10/8

5:55-19:20

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

20:25-11:00

1 stop30h 35m

R22 939

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Tue 28/7

8:20-7:45

1 stop29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/8

11:10-6:50

1 stop37h 40m

R23 054

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Mon 26/10

22:35-12:05

2 stops46h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/11

17:20-20:40

2 stops42h 20m

R23 201

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Fri 16/10

23:45-9:10

1 stop42h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

13:45-17:50

1 stop43h 05m

R23 218

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Australia with our price prediction graph.
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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 R16 979). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 635). 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 17 July 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Australia to South Africa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 39% 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 141 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 17 July 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
1 573 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
1 573 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 573 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
3 628 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 573 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
1 573 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
1 062 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 573 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 573 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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 29h 35m. Fly via Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. Australia and South Africa are separated by a distance of 8306 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 133 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 433 and R10 438, 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 R16 979). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 635). 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 105AverageR8 198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 338AverageR29 182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 915AverageR18 319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 290AverageR27 149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR15 563AverageR22 185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR16 619AverageR24 344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR17 900AverageR28 318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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