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SYD — JNB
Nov 11 — Nov 181
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Cheapest flights from Australia to South AfricaExplore 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 12 October 2026.
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 12 October 2026.
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Best flights from Australia to South AfricaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Australia to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 12 October 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Australia to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 12 October 2026.
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Direct flights from Australia to South AfricaExplore direct flight options from Australia to South Africa based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 12 October 2026.
Explore direct flight options from Australia to South Africa based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 12 October 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Australia to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Australia to South Africa. Data last updated 12 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Australia to South Africa. Data last updated 12 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from Australia to South AfricaSearch for one-way flight options from Australia to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 12 October 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Australia to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 12 October 2026.
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PerthJohannesburg
PER Perth - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
PERJNB
Perth
Mon 18/1
14:50-15:35
2 stops30h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
0:00-6:00
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R11 088
PerthCape Town
PER Perth - CPT Cape Town Intl
PERCPT
Perth
Thu 26/11
4:40-13:00
3 stops38h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-6:00
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R11 187
PerthJohannesburg
PER Perth - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
PERJNB
Perth
Tue 19/1
10:35-8:25
3 stops27h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
0:00-6:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R11 715
BrisbaneJohannesburg
BNE Brisbane - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
BNEJNB
Brisbane
Sun 28/2
9:05-8:25
3 stops55h 20m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
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0:00-8:00
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R11 897
SydneyJohannesburg
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
SYDJNB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
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21:10-13:55
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
0:00-8:00
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R12 310
MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
MELJNB
Melbourne
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17:10-4:00
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
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0:00-8:00
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BrisbaneJohannesburg
BNE Brisbane - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
BNEJNB
Brisbane
Sun 28/2
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1 stop32h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
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0:00-8:00
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MelbourneJohannesburg
MEL Melbourne - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
MELJNB
Melbourne
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23:45-4:00
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0:00-8:00
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PerthCape Town
PER Perth - CPT Cape Town Intl
PERCPT
Perth
Tue 16/2
0:45-10:30
2 stops39h 45m
Cape Town Intl
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0:00-6:00
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R12 574
SydneyCape Town
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CPT Cape Town Intl
SYDCPT
Sydney Kingsford Smith
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15:50-10:30
1 stop27h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-8:00
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R12 656
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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 R19 487). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R31 698). 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 12 October 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from Australia to South Africa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
How often are flights from Australia to South Africa delayed?
About 20% of weekly flights between Australia and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 156 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 early afternoon 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 7% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Australia to South Africa?
Booking 82 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 12 October 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.
Crew
8,6
Boarding
8,3
Food
7,8
Entertainment
8,1
Overall
8,2
Comfort
8,0
Reviews
1 / 20
4,0
OkayAnonymous,Sept 2026
SIN - SEA
Crew
8,6
Boarding
8,3
Food
7,8
Entertainment
8,1
Overall
8,2
Comfort
8,0
Reviews
1 / 20
4,0
OkayAnonymous,Sept 2026
SIN - SEA
Crew
8,6
Boarding
8,3
Food
7,8
Entertainment
8,1
Overall
8,2
Comfort
8,0
Reviews
1 / 20
4,0
OkayAnonymous,Sept 2026
SIN - SEA
Crew
8,6
Boarding
8,3
Food
7,8
Entertainment
8,1
Overall
8,2
Comfort
8,0
Reviews
1 / 20
4,0
OkayAnonymous,Sept 2026
SIN - SEA
Crew
8,6
Boarding
8,3
Food
7,8
Entertainment
8,1
Overall
8,2
Comfort
8,0
Reviews
1 / 20
4,0
OkayAnonymous,Sept 2026
SIN - SEA
Crew
8,6
Boarding
8,3
Food
7,8
Entertainment
8,1
Overall
8,2
Comfort
8,0
Reviews
1 / 20
4,0
OkayAnonymous,Sept 2026
SIN - SEA
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