Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney from R7 582
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 18/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
Oct 1 — Oct 81
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1 adult
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in April or February, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Saturday
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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 1 September 2026.
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Best flights from OR Tambo to Sydney
Discover carefully curated flight deals from OR Tambo to Sydney that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 1 September 2026.
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Direct flights from OR Tambo to Sydney
Explore direct flight options from OR Tambo to Sydney based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 1 September 2026.
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Last-minute flights from OR Tambo to Sydney
Discover last-minute flight deals from OR Tambo to Sydney. Data last updated 1 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from OR Tambo to Sydney
Search for one-way flight options from OR Tambo to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 1 September 2026.
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Find 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 1 September 2026.
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JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 9/11
20:20-6:50
1 stop25h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 12/11
15:50-15:35
1 stop32h 45m
R18 599
JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 12/10
18:00-20:10
2 stops41h 10m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 10/11
21:30-22:25
2 stops33h 55m
R18 680
JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 9/11
18:50-17:45
2 stops61h 55m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 12/11
21:35-22:25
2 stops33h 50m
R19 228
Fastest return journey
JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 9/11
17:55-14:55
Nonstop12h 00m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 12/11
9:30-15:00
Nonstop14h 30m
R20 857
JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 22/10
17:55-7:05
3 stops52h 10m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 4/11
22:15-22:25
2 stops57h 10m
R21 244
JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 19/10
18:00-20:10
2 stops41h 10m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 26/10
9:50-11:00
2 stops58h 10m
R21 632
JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 27/1
0:20-6:30
3 stops45h 10m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 11/2
7:55-22:25
3 stops47h 30m
R21 793
JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 5/11
18:50-6:30
3 stops50h 40m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 3/12
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2 stops33h 50m
R21 793
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JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 27/10
13:45-6:50
1 stop32h 05m
R9 646
JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 29/9
17:55-6:10
2 stops52h 15m
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?
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 33 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney (average of R16 566). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 938). 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 1 September 2026.
When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flights typically cost between R15 744 and R20 567 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R15 082 on Qatar Airways (Nov 16–Feb 15).
How often are flights from Johannesburg to Sydney delayed?
About 33% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 163 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Sydney flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Sydney flights?
Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 33% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?
Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 35% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R14 700.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Perth (PER) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 17h 44m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Perth (PER) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 17m.
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 1 September 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,South African, andQantas Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Our flight was at4:45pm, and they allowed us to check in at 9am, which is good that we don’t have to carry the luggage to walk around. Our seats were assigned at the very back, and we requested to have it closed to the front, they were able to move forward a little bit. We requested to ship our carry on, but they charged extra fees, other airlines like air Canada would encourage customers to ship their carry on.
Our flight was at4:45pm, and they allowed us to check in at 9am, which is good that we don’t have to carry the luggage to walk around. Our seats were assigned at the very back, and we requested to have it closed to the front, they were able to move forward a little bit. We requested to ship our carry on, but they charged extra fees, other airlines like air Canada would encourage customers to ship their carry on.
Our flight was at4:45pm, and they allowed us to check in at 9am, which is good that we don’t have to carry the luggage to walk around. Our seats were assigned at the very back, and we requested to have it closed to the front, they were able to move forward a little bit. We requested to ship our carry on, but they charged extra fees, other airlines like air Canada would encourage customers to ship their carry on.
Our flight was at4:45pm, and they allowed us to check in at 9am, which is good that we don’t have to carry the luggage to walk around. Our seats were assigned at the very back, and we requested to have it closed to the front, they were able to move forward a little bit. We requested to ship our carry on, but they charged extra fees, other airlines like air Canada would encourage customers to ship their carry on.
Our flight was at4:45pm, and they allowed us to check in at 9am, which is good that we don’t have to carry the luggage to walk around. Our seats were assigned at the very back, and we requested to have it closed to the front, they were able to move forward a little bit. We requested to ship our carry on, but they charged extra fees, other airlines like air Canada would encourage customers to ship their carry on.
Our flight was at4:45pm, and they allowed us to check in at 9am, which is good that we don’t have to carry the luggage to walk around. Our seats were assigned at the very back, and we requested to have it closed to the front, they were able to move forward a little bit. We requested to ship our carry on, but they charged extra fees, other airlines like air Canada would encourage customers to ship their carry on.
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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. 7 airlines have flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?
There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in 25h 30m. Fly via Qatar Airways or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 11018 km between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Sydney. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
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 Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R11 575 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines, starting at R12 426 and R13 031 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney for 36% 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 Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R6 638. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, 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 341. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith) can be booked for R14 050 on average, our data indicates R54 431 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 Doha most often. Abu Dhabi sees the next most stopovers on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flights. Perth 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 Hong Kong least often. Singapore is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney. Singapore 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney (average of R16 566). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 938). 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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