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Cheap flights from Australia to South Africa from R10 229

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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
Jun 9 — Jun 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 May 2026.

Mon 17/823:35
MEL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 14/920:25
JNB
-
MEL
1 stop30h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/5R17 610
Tue 20/1019:00
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 10/1113:40
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop43h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/5R18 494
Sat 24/1016:55
PER
-
CPT
2 stops46h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 31/1010:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops36h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 9/5R18 592
Wed 11/1117:05
PER
-
CPT
2 stops22h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 20/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops36h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 9/5R18 936
Mon 19/1016:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop32h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 26/1013:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop40h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 8/5R18 952
Sun 1/1110:35
MEL
-
CPT
2 stops31h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 21/1110:40
CPT
-
MEL
2 stops36h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/5R18 969
Wed 3/622:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/620:55
JNB
-
PER
1 stop39h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/5R19 034
Fri 14/85:35
PER
-
JNB
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/912:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5R19 067
Mon 8/622:55
PER
-
JNB
1 stop41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 15/612:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/5R19 198
Thu 29/1017:05
PER
-
CPT
2 stops46h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 23/1110:40
CPT
-
PER
2 stops22h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/5R19 214
Sun 17/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 26/519:50
JNB
-
PER
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/5R19 231
Wed 20/522:45
PER
-
JNB
1 stop41h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sat 23/512:40
JNB
-
PER
1 stop41h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R19 296

Find flight deals from Australia to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 10 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 610

One-way from

R10 229

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 560

Good round-trip deal

R24 930 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 17/8-14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 20m total
  • Australia to South Africa
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5/10
  • 5/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 30m total
  • Australia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R27 780 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R10 436 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Cheapest return flight

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Fri 31/7

6:25-19:20

1 stop18h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

20:25-5:10

1 stop26h 45m

R21 604

PerthCape Town

PER - CPT

PERCPT

Perth

Sat 6/6

2:10-14:10

3 stops42h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

19:30-18:35

1 stop41h 05m

R22 062

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Mon 3/8

6:25-19:20

1 stop18h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/8

13:45-23:55

1 stop28h 10m

R22 095

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Tue 28/7

6:25-19:20

1 stop18h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/8

13:45-5:10

1 stop33h 25m

R22 406

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/6

19:00-4:00

2 stops41h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

20:55-6:10

1 stop25h 15m

R22 553

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 22/8

6:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

R22 848

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/8

10:35-20:05

1 stop17h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

18:45-14:55

Nonstop12h 10m

R23 241

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Wed 30/9

23:55-16:25

1 stop22h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

22:30-14:25

Nonstop9h 55m

R23 470

BrisbaneCape Town

BNE - CPT

BNECPT

Brisbane

Mon 8/6

22:10-13:10

1 stop47h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

13:15-17:30

1 stop44h 15m

R23 650

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

18:25-9:25

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

10:40-7:25

2 stops36h 45m

R23 748

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to South Africa

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

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Australia to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to South Africa (average of R15 532). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R28 183). 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 AU to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 May 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Australia to South Africa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

How often are flights from Australia to South Africa delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Australia and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 148 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning 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 Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, South African have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 10 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific from Australia to South Africa. 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
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 571 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 324 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
South African
7,6
Good
61 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 034 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Australia to South Africa in 18h 25m. Fly via Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. Australia and South Africa are separated by a distance of 10263 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 Australia to South Africa one-way?

    R8 137 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from R8 834 and R9 429, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to South Africa (average of R15 532). Flying from Australia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R28 183). 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 6 airlines flying from Australia to South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapestR9 011AverageR24 564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 997AverageR18 803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR13 923AverageR21 600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR17 893AverageR25 844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 285AverageR28 753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR22 908AverageR40 786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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