How long is the flight from South Africa to Sydney?

Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Qantas Airways can get you from South Africa to Sydney in just under 11h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 21h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11018 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 318. Users have also found prices from R7 105 and R7 251 on Qantas Airways and Etihad Airways, respectively.

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.

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).

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 188, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R10 774. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around R14 571.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Sydney?

Before booking your flight from South Africa to Sydney, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways or Etihad Airways.

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.

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.

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Average price	R18 210
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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 600). Flying from South Africa to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of R21 157). 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 69 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.

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

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Anonymous,Oct 2024

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

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CPT - DXB

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

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CPT - DXB

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

Qatar Airways

7,3

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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

1 546 reviews

Emirates

8,1

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3 682 reviews

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10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

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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?
Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Qantas Airways can get you from South Africa to Sydney in just under 11h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 21h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11018 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 318. Users have also found prices from R7 105 and R7 251 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 188, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R10 774. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around R14 571.
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 600). Flying from South Africa to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of R21 157). 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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Etihad Airways	CheapestR11 804	AverageR14 841	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	CheapestR12 098	AverageR20 506	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Qantas Airways	CheapestR12 291	AverageR19 339	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
South African	CheapestR13 020	AverageR19 294	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights
Singapore Airlines	CheapestR13 301	AverageR20 273	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR13 864	AverageR16 807	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	CheapestR13 975	AverageR16 010	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR14 142	AverageR17 602	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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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 19 October 2026.

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 69 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.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Sydney that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 19 October 2026.

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Explore direct flight options from South Africa to Sydney based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 19 October 2026.

Last-minute flights from South Africa to Sydney
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One-way flights from South Africa to Sydney
Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 19 October 2026.