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Cheap flights from Australia to South Africa from R9 239

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 29/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
Dec 23 — Dec 301
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 23 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 953

One-way from

R9 239

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R19 069

Good round-trip deal

R18 844 or less

Good one-way deal

R13 452 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 8/5-23/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 05m total
  • Australia to South Africa
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29/1
  • 29/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 15m total
  • Australia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R45 669 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R11 989 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 23 November 2025.

Fri 28/118:30PER - JNB
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Fri 5/1211:00JNB - PER
1 stop37h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 21/11R17 384
Sun 30/118:30PER - JNB
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Sun 7/1211:00JNB - PER
1 stop37h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 23/11R17 610
Mon 24/1121:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Wed 10/129:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/11R18 808
Fri 28/1116:35SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1211:00JNB - SYD
1 stop40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11R18 912
Sun 23/1123:40MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/11R19 034
Mon 1/1221:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Sun 7/129:50JNB - SYD
1 stop23h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/11R19 051
Sun 23/1116:55MEL - JNB
1 stop44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/11R19 416
Mon 24/1121:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Sun 30/119:50JNB - SYD
1 stop23h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/11R19 711
Sun 30/118:30PER - JNB
1 stop28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/129:50JNB - PER
3 stops36h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11R20 128
Sat 22/1116:55MEL - JNB
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/11R20 232
Sun 23/1115:50SYD - JNB
1 stop25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/119:50JNB - SYD
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/11R20 267
Fri 28/115:35PER - JNB
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1213:45JNB - PER
1 stop40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/11R20 597

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to South Africa that are best for you.

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Australia

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

DarwinJohannesburg

DRW - JNB

DRWJNB

Darwin

Thu 5/3

15:50-18:35

1 stop34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

19:55-1:00

1 stop21h 35m

R15 700

DarwinJohannesburg

DRW - JNB

DRWJNB

Darwin

Mon 16/2

15:50-18:35

1 stop34h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

19:55-1:00

1 stop45h 35m

R16 360

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Mon 16/2

0:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

13:40-21:25

1 stop22h 45m

R16 967

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Mon 2/2

14:35-9:25

2 stops26h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/2

10:40-19:45

2 stops25h 05m

R18 061

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

0:35-18:35

1 stop27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

19:55-12:10

1 stop31h 15m

R18 461

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Tue 10/2

23:50-11:40

1 stop17h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/2

20:25-12:10

1 stop33h 45m

R19 433

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Wed 11/3

23:50-17:30

1 stop23h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

20:25-12:10

1 stop33h 45m

R20 007

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Fri 13/2

23:50-16:45

1 stop22h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

15:55-12:10

1 stop14h 15m

R20 076

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Mon 13/4

23:50-10:25

1 stop16h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/7

12:20-12:10

1 stop17h 50m

R20 163

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/2

15:50-10:30

1 stop27h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/2

12:35-6:10

2 stops32h 35m

R20 892

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to South Africa (average of R11 323). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 474). 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 23 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Australia to South Africa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 1% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Australia to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 24 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to South Africa flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

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Over the past year, South African have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% 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 23 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas Airways 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 407 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
943 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
South African
7,5
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 663 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

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 17h 50m. Fly via Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, or South African to get the fastest option. Australia and South Africa are separated by a distance of 8684 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?

    R10 142 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 Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from R11 462 and R11 653, 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to South Africa (average of R11 323). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 474). 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 23 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR7 636AverageR27 220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 408AverageR17 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 663AverageR18 689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR15 722AverageR22 094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR16 322AverageR25 777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 389AverageR24 467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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