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Cheap flights from South Africa to Sydney from R7 615

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
Apr 4 — Apr 111
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 5 March 2026.

Tue 17/312:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop45h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/520:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/3R14 833
Mon 7/129:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop23h 05m
Etihad Airways
Mon 28/1216:35
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/3R14 915
Fri 22/59:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 29/521:30
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/3R14 932
Wed 15/420:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 22/414:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/3R15 031
Tue 31/312:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 24/414:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/3R15 130
Sat 4/49:50
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 20m
Etihad Airways
Mon 20/420:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop43h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/3R15 147
Tue 5/520:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 26/514:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/2R15 163
Mon 13/420:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 22/414:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/2R15 180
Fri 24/414:45
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop31h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 15/514:50
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/3R15 196
Sun 19/420:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop36h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/420:45
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/3R15 295
Thu 5/319:00
CPT
-
SYD
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/315:50
SYD
-
CPT
1 stop34h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/3R16 881
Tue 7/413:15
CPT
-
SYD
1 stop32h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 28/414:50
SYD
-
CPT
1 stop28h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/3R17 096

Find 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 5 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 833

One-way from

R7 615

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R16 997

Good round-trip deal

R18 403 or less

Good one-way deal

R11 284 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/3-8/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 72h 30m total
  • South Africa to Sydney
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 05m total
  • South Africa to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R27 189 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 492 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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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 5 March 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

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JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

11:10-6:10

1 stop35h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

10:10-7:55

1 stop29h 45m

R16 419

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

16:35-19:10

2 stops42h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 22/5

21:30-11:50

2 stops70h 20m

R17 657

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

14:45-6:10

1 stop31h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/6

14:50-18:10

3 stops35h 20m

R17 707
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

18:45-14:55

Nonstop12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/6

9:35-16:25

Nonstop14h 50m

R17 938

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

13:00-6:10

1 stop33h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

14:50-11:30

1 stop28h 40m

R17 971

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

16:35-19:10

2 stops42h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/5

15:40-11:50

2 stops52h 10m

R18 153

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

18:45-14:55

Nonstop12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

9:35-16:25

Nonstop14h 50m

R18 235

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

9:00-14:55

1 stop21h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 22/5

10:35-12:40

2 stops34h 05m

R19 590

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

17:25-21:50

2 stops20h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

12:30-10:25

2 stops29h 55m

R20 019

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

16:35-6:05

3 stops53h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

22:10-11:50

2 stops45h 40m

R20 052

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sydney (average of R11 843). Flying from South Africa to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 948). 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 5 March 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 185 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?

Thursday 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 33% 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 5 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, Qantas Airways, andSouth African 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.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 193 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 193 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 193 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 002 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 193 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
South African
7,5
Good
56 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 193 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 746 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 193 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 424 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 193 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,9

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

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 Qatar Airways can get you from South Africa to Sydney in just under 33h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 25m. 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 Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 586. Users have also found prices from R7 154 and R7 180 on Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific, 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 R45 374, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R10 397. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around R14 040.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sydney (average of R11 843). Flying from South Africa to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 948). 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

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 5 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapestR10 536AverageR18 020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 816AverageR13 813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 212AverageR17 447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 086AverageR14 727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 022AverageR19 704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 238AverageR17 434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR16 273AverageR19 454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 729AverageR21 887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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