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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney from R8 171

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 21/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
Jun 18 — Jun 251
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in May or March, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Sydney (SYD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 134

One-way from

R8 171

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R18 190

Good round-trip deal

R17 319 or less

Good one-way deal

R11 696 or less
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 29/10-3/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Sydney
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 21/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 37h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (R58 964 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 016 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Sun 19/1011:20JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 28/1015:15SYD - JNB
1 stop25h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/6R15 117
Sun 12/1011:20JNB - SYD
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1011:10SYD - JNB
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6R15 667
Mon 15/920:25JNB - SYD
1 stop25h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 29/914:50SYD - JNB
1 stop26h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/6R16 627
Fri 4/79:50JNB - SYD
1 stop23h 05mEtihad Airways
Mon 21/721:30SYD - JNB
1 stop42h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/6R17 266
Tue 9/918:45JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 23/99:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/6R17 408

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Sydney 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 13 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/10

11:20-20:45

1 stop24h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/10

15:15-7:40

1 stop25h 25m

R15 117

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

11:20-7:25

2 stops35h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/10

11:10-7:40

1 stop29h 30m

R15 667

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/9

20:25-6:15

1 stop25h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 29/9

14:50-9:35

1 stop26h 45m

R16 627

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/7

9:50-16:55

1 stop23h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 21/7

21:30-8:20

1 stop42h 50m

R17 266

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/9

18:45-14:45

Nonstop12h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 23/9

9:30-16:15

Nonstop14h 45m

R17 408

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

13:45-11:50

1 stop37h 05m

R8 171

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/10

20:25-7:10

1 stop25h 45m

R8 526

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

11:05-20:50

1 stop24h 45m

R8 615

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/11

11:05-11:25

2 stops39h 20m

R8 811

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/9

18:45-14:45

Nonstop12h 00m

R11 422

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Sydney

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sydney from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 25 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney (average of R1 023). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 399). 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 JNB to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches 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

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average temperature totals 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 13 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific from Johannesburg to Sydney. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 304 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
892 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
854 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
South African
7,5
Good
34 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sydney, you will be flying into Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 7,5 km from the centre vof the city. Kingsford Smith is the only Sydney airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 8 airlines have flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney is Cathay Pacific. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R15 134 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, starting at R16 538 and R16 840 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney for 23% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Singapore Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R8 171. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R10 788. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith) can be booked for R14 282 on average our data indicates R48 576 when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flights have a stopover in Singapore most often. Hong Kong sees the next most stopovers on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flights. Doha ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flights.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flights?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flights have a stopover in Melbourne least often. Abu Dhabi is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney. Abu Dhabi is followed by Dubai in terms of the least popular stopover location for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Sydney?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Sydney?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Sydney 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney (average of R1 023). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 399). 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 8 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Sydney

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Sydney. 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 13 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 890AverageR18 403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR14 045AverageR17 843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR14 467AverageR19 513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 845AverageR17 623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 034AverageR17 937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR17 499AverageR19 219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 559AverageR26 131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR24 379AverageR26 067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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