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R7 640+ Cheap flights to Sydney

— SYD
Oct 11 — Oct 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Sydney in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Sydney

Sat 24/1014:05 -
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Sat 31/1015:50 -
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Wed 21/109:45 -
1 stop35h 50m
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Thu 22/1014:05 -
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Wed 4/1115:50 -
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Sun 25/1014:05 -
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Tue 1/1213:45 -
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Thu 10/1221:10 -
1 stop27h 25m
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R15 039

One-way from

R7 640

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December

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April

Average price

R17 892
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 24/10-31/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Sydney
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Sydney
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R235 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgSydney

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

13:45-6:50

1 stop32h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 640

JohannesburgSydney

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/10

13:45-7:25

2 stops32h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 736

JohannesburgSydney

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/10

0:20-6:30

2 stops45h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 445

JohannesburgSydney

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

9:25-6:50

3 stops36h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 412

JohannesburgSydney

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

9:25-6:50

3 stops36h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 428

JohannesburgSydney

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

18:35-6:50

3 stops51h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 654
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSydney

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

17:55-14:55

Nonstop12h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 912

JohannesburgSydney

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

9:50-17:45

1 stop22h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/11

21:30-8:20

1 stop43h 50m

R16 457

JohannesburgSydney

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

13:45-6:50

1 stop32h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/12

21:10-15:35

1 stop27h 25m

R17 924

JohannesburgSydney

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

20:20-6:50

1 stop25h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/1

15:50-15:35

1 stop32h 45m

R18 005

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Sydney

How long is the flight to Sydney?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Sydney takes 12 hours 0 minutes. Flights to Sydney from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Sydney?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Sydney are Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways.

Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From R12 033
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R13 987
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R11 603
Emirates
Emirates
From R11 845

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Sydney?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Sydney are Etihad Airways, Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines.

Rainfall in Sydney by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 mm per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Sydney?

Booking 33 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Sydney. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Read through reviews of airlines serving Australia, such as South African,Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways. 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.
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,5

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,5

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 481 reviews
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,5

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 093 reviews
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,5

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,5

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 535 reviews
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,5

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.

FAQs about flying to Sydney

What is good to know if travelling to Sydney?

  • For tourists keen on getting the best view of the Sydney vistas, consider taking a Harbour Bridge Climb tour in order to reach the top arch that offers you 360-degree panoramic views over the landscape. Alternatively, there’s a 40-second ride that can be taken with the super-fast double-decker lifts over at Centrepoint Tower, lifting passengers some 260 meters up in the air, providing them with breathtaking panoramic views.
  • For families visiting Sydney, keep in mind that the Taronga Zoo is always a great spot to visit. Home to some of the most amazing Australian animals (and a variety of exotic species as well), the zoo is a perfect day-trip destination and offers some stunning views over the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, and the Cove.
  • Everybody knows about Australia’s weird and wonderful marine life, so why not head over to see the largest collection of Aussie marine life at the Sydney Aquarium? The Aquarium is renowned for its shark-feeding shows, which are hosted on the Shark Explorer, a thrilling glass-bottomed boat!
  • If you fancy a day trip outside of mainstream Sydney, you should consider taking the 2.5-hour drive out to the Jenolan Caves network, one of the greater Sydney area’s major draw cards. The network of caves consists of 11 caves, underground rivers, and rock formations that’ll take your breath away.
  • Although Sydney’s most iconic beach is Bondi, there are plenty of other great beaches that are well worth exploring.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney?

    For a flight to Sydney, you will be flying into Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 7,5 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Sydney if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Sydney on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Sydney?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Etihad Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Sydney.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Sydney?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Sydney. One-way flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith typically cost R3 487, while return flights cost around R6 499.

  • How much is a return flight to Sydney?

    A return flight to Sydney will typically cost around R7 817, however they can be found for as little as R6 499.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Sydney depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Sydney, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Sydney Kingsford Smith have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Sydney Kingsford Smith can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

    Yes. Sydney Kingsford Smith has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel is the closest property to Sydney Kingsford Smith (0,0 km away from Sydney Kingsford Smith).

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