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Cheap flights from South Africa to Sydney from R7 399

JNB — SYD
Dec 5 — Dec 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Sydney

Thu 12/1120:20 -
2 stops51h 05m
Thu 19/1115:50 -
1 stop32h 45m
Deal found 1/11R15 721
Wed 18/1120:20 -
2 stops41h 00m
Sun 22/1115:50 -
1 stop25h 50m
Deal found 2/11R15 754
Tue 17/1120:20 -
2 stops40h 00m
Sat 21/1122:10 -
1 stop26h 25m
Deal found 1/11R15 787
Wed 4/1120:20 -
2 stops41h 00m
Wed 11/1115:50 -
1 stop25h 50m
Deal found 3/11R15 853
Mon 9/1120:20 -
2 stops41h 00m
Mon 23/1115:50 -
1 stop32h 45m
Deal found 1/11R15 870
Sat 28/1120:20 -
1 stop25h 30m
Sat 5/1215:50 -
1 stop32h 45m
Deal found 31/10R16 018
Sat 7/1113:45 -
1 stop32h 05m
Sat 14/1115:00 -
2 stops33h 35m
Deal found 31/10R16 183
Fri 20/1120:20 -
1 stop25h 30m
Tue 1/1215:50 -
1 stop32h 25m
Deal found 31/10R16 298
Mon 16/1120:20 -
1 stop25h 30m
Mon 30/1115:50 -
1 stop25h 50m
Deal found 3/11R16 414
Thu 5/1113:45 -
1 stop32h 05m
Thu 19/1116:30 -
2 stops32h 05m
Deal found 2/11R16 628
Mon 9/1113:45 -
1 stop32h 05m
Tue 24/1113:00 -
2 stops28h 40m
Deal found 1/11R16 727
Wed 2/1213:45 -
1 stop32h 05m
Sat 12/1215:50 -
1 stop32h 45m
Deal found 1/11R16 842

Find flight deals from South Africa to Sydney

Round-trip from

R15 721

One-way from

R7 399

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R18 424

Good round-trip deal

R17 560 or less

Good one-way deal

R13 162 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/11-23/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 80h 20m total
  • South Africa to Sydney
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/12-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 30m total
  • South Africa to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R21 445 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 588 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Cape TownSydney

CPT Cape Town Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/11

19:25-6:50

1 stop26h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 756

JohannesburgSydney

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

20:20-19:20

1 stop38h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 053

JohannesburgSydney

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/3

11:00-12:05

2 stops40h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 481

JohannesburgSydney

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

11:00-18:30

2 stops46h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 547

JohannesburgSydney

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/3

11:00-18:00

2 stops46h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 190

Cape TownSydney

CPT Cape Town Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/2

10:40-11:50

2 stops40h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 371

Cape TownSydney

CPT Cape Town Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/11

12:35-6:50

1 stop33h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 486

JohannesburgSydney

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/3

20:20-11:20

3 stops30h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 585

JohannesburgSydney

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/1

14:40-6:50

3 stops31h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 783

JohannesburgSydney

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/3

20:20-20:05

3 stops38h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 898

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Sydney

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sydney (average of R17 683). Flying from South Africa to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of R21 209). 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?

When flying from South Africa 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 often are flights from South Africa to Sydney delayed?

About 33% of weekly flights between South Africa and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 173 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa 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?

Wednesday 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 South Africa 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Sydney?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Sydney is 51 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 687 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

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
7,7
Good
66 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

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
1 122 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 711 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

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.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 557 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

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

  • 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?

    Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Cathay Pacific can get you from South Africa to Sydney in just under 37h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 10561 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 Singapore Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 323. Users have also found prices from R7 111 and R7 257 on Qantas Airways and Etihad Airways, 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 388, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R10 784. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around R14 716.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sydney (average of R17 683). Flying from South Africa to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of R21 209). 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 South Africa to Sydney

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 815AverageR15 205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 110AverageR21 455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR12 302AverageR19 359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapestR13 032AverageR19 462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 313AverageR20 291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 802AverageR16 617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 007AverageR16 126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 155AverageR17 711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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