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Cheap flights from Australia to South Africa from R7 846

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 19/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
Mar 31 — Apr 71
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 1 March 2026.

Sun 8/318:10
BNE
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 18/319:55
JNB
-
BNE
1 stop37h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 26/2R13 480
Tue 10/318:10
BNE
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 17/319:55
JNB
-
BNE
1 stop37h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/2R13 496
Wed 26/85:55
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 2/919:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop37h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 26/2R13 496
Tue 3/31:15
PER
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 9/319:55
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 26/2R14 053
Mon 3/813:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop34h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 19/819:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop22h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/2R14 084
Sun 2/818:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 14/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/2R14 212
Tue 3/31:15
PER
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 7/319:55
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 26/2R14 307
Fri 31/718:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 11/819:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 26/2R14 403
Fri 9/1014:45
BNE
-
JNB
1 stop35h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 30/1019:55
JNB
-
BNE
1 stop37h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 1/3R14 482
Tue 26/56:25
PER
-
JNB
1 stop18h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 12/619:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop22h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 1/3R15 071
Fri 15/51:55
DRW
-
JNB
1 stop24h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 26/519:50
JNB
-
DRW
1 stop35h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/2R15 119
Thu 27/818:25
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 7/919:50
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 28/2R15 310

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 1 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 496

One-way from

R7 846

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 949

Good round-trip deal

R18 388 or less

Good one-way deal

R12 187 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 26/8-2/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 00m total
  • Australia to South Africa
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19/4
  • 19/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 40m total
  • Australia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R24 107 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 486 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 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 1 March 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 6/6

5:55-18:35

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

19:50-4:40

1 stop24h 50m

R17 188

BrisbaneJohannesburg

BNE - JNB

BNEJNB

Brisbane

Thu 20/8

18:10-18:35

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

19:50-16:55

1 stop37h 05m

R17 283

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Mon 27/4

8:20-7:55

1 stop29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

11:05-6:50

1 stop37h 45m

R17 554

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Tue 21/4

0:10-7:55

1 stop37h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

11:20-22:40

1 stop29h 20m

R17 554

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Fri 13/3

10:30-3:55

2 stops47h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

8:20-23:55

2 stops33h 35m

R17 729

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Fri 13/3

0:25-7:25

1 stop37h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

11:00-6:55

1 stop37h 55m

R18 684

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Sun 26/4

2:10-10:30

2 stops62h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

18:00-1:10

2 stops49h 10m

R18 716

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Tue 26/5

5:35-8:20

3 stops32h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

14:45-11:55

1 stop39h 10m

R18 922

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sun 19/4

12:15-11:50

2 stops53h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

16:35-0:40

2 stops50h 05m

R19 113

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Fri 3/4

8:20-7:55

1 stop29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

11:05-22:40

1 stop29h 35m

R20 196

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to South Africa (average of R10 535). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 655). 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 1 March 2026.

When flying from Australia to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from Australia to South Africa delayed?

About 21% 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?

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 1 March 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
1 465 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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
1 465 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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
3 536 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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
1 180 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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
1 000 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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
7,5
Good
56 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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 29h 35m. Fly via Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, or Turkish Airlines 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?

    R7 836 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 Singapore Airlines, with prices starting from R8 590 and R9 544, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to South Africa (average of R10 535). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 655). 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

Discover the top 7 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 1 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapestR8 762AverageR22 504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 056AverageR14 848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 077AverageR29 266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 776AverageR18 207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR13 538AverageR20 264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR17 399AverageR25 154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 752AverageR23 259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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