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Cheap flights from South Africa to Sydney from R8 388

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
Dec 24 — Dec 311
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 November 2025.

Wed 10/129:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Wed 31/1216:35SYD - JNB
2 stops47h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/11R14 709
Mon 24/1111:20JNB - SYD
1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific
Sun 30/116:30SYD - JNB
2 stops33h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 22/11R15 404
Mon 24/1111:20JNB - SYD
1 stop34h 55mCathay Pacific
Fri 28/116:00SYD - JNB
2 stops34h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 23/11R15 543
Sun 7/129:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Wed 31/1216:35SYD - JNB
2 stops47h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/11R16 932
Mon 24/1120:20JNB - SYD
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 30/1115:50SYD - JNB
1 stop45h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/11R18 183
Thu 25/1218:25CPT - SYD
2 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/121:45SYD - CPT
2 stops52h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11R18 409
Thu 27/1111:00JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Thu 4/1211:45SYD - JNB
2 stops28h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 21/11R18 686
Thu 25/1211:00JNB - SYD
1 stop40h 00mCathay Pacific
Sun 15/211:45SYD - JNB
2 stops28h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/11R19 207
Mon 22/129:50JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Mon 29/1221:30SYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/11R19 260
Tue 9/1217:15CPT - SYD
3 stops52h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/421:30SYD - CPT
2 stops46h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11R19 312
Tue 30/1217:15CPT - SYD
2 stops41h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 27/112:45SYD - CPT
2 stops56h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 23/11R20 041
Tue 30/1217:15CPT - SYD
2 stops41h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 28/112:45SYD - CPT
2 stops56h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 23/11R20 371

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Sydney

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Sydney flight deals. Data was last updated 24 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 605

One-way from

R8 388

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R17 992

Good round-trip deal

R19 408 or less

Good one-way deal

R12 603 or less
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 13/5-20/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 20m total
  • South Africa to Sydney
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Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 12/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 39h 30m total
  • South Africa to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R43 724 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 011 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 24 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Sydney that are best for you.

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Sydney

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

11:00-7:15

1 stop35h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

10:30-7:40

2 stops29h 10m

R15 144

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

11:00-20:50

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/3

8:45-7:25

1 stop31h 40m

R15 265

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

11:00-7:15

1 stop35h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 27/3

11:05-7:25

1 stop29h 20m

R15 265

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

11:20-20:10

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 22/5

7:40-7:40

1 stop32h 00m

R15 265

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

11:00-9:35

1 stop37h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/3

22:20-7:25

1 stop42h 05m

R15 265

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

11:00-9:35

1 stop37h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 28/3

22:20-7:40

1 stop42h 20m

R15 856

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

11:00-7:15

1 stop35h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 27/3

7:00-7:25

2 stops33h 25m

R15 890

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

11:00-7:15

1 stop35h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/3

6:30-7:25

2 stops33h 55m

R15 890

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

11:00-7:15

1 stop35h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/3

7:00-7:25

2 stops33h 25m

R15 890

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

11:00-7:45

2 stops35h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/3

11:05-7:25

1 stop29h 20m

R15 890

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Sydney

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Sydney?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sydney (average of R12 834). Flying from South Africa to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 925). 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 ZA to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 24 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to Sydney in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Sydney?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Sydney flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from South Africa to Sydney delayed?

About 38% of weekly flights between South Africa and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 203 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Sydney flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Sydney flights?

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 38% of flights being delayed.

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 24 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from South Africa to Sydney. 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
8,1
Very Good
1 409 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

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
8,1
Very Good
1 409 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 409 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

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
1 068 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 409 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

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
943 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 409 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

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
46 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 409 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 671 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 409 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

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 South Africa 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 South Africa?

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

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Sydney?

    Cathay Pacific, Turkish Airlines, and Qantas Airways can get you from South Africa to Sydney in just under 22h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 10981 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 South Africa to Sydney one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Cathay Pacific. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R8 562. Users have also found prices from R8 614 and R8 979 on Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Sydney?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from South Africa to Sydney? While on average our users pay R46 842, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R11 200. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around R14 744.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Sydney?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Sydney?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Sydney?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sydney (average of R12 834). Flying from South Africa to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 925). 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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Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 24 November 2025.
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 453AverageR15 327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 660AverageR17 048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 852AverageR15 803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR13 944AverageR18 845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 881AverageR18 339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 621AverageR23 340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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South AfricanCheapestR17 108AverageR20 201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 692AverageR23 780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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