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Cheap flights from Africa to Australia from $554

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 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Africa to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Africa to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,071

One-way from

$554

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$1,837

Good round-trip deal

$1,555 or less

Good one-way deal

$939 or less
AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 14/5-24/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 15m total
  • Africa to Australia
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AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 26/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 00m total
  • Africa to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($294 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($86 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Africa to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Africa to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Wed 14/500:30NBO - MEL
1 stop22h 00mAirAsia X
Sat 24/521:45MEL - NBO
1 stop32h 15mAirAsia X
Deal found 24/3$1,071
Wed 14/500:30NBO - MEL
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/521:45MEL - NBO
1 stop32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,182
Fri 25/714:45CAI - SYD
1 stop40h 30mSichuan Airlines
Thu 14/820:20SYD - CAI
1 stop41h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,211
Mon 12/520:55JNB - PER
Nonstop9h 25mSouth African
Mon 26/523:50PER - JNB
Nonstop11h 25mSouth African
Deal found 24/3$1,306
Wed 14/514:30CAI - MEL
1 stop35h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 28/511:00MEL - CAI
1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/3$1,308
Fri 16/511:20JNB - MEL
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Sat 31/514:25MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 23/3$1,309
Tue 27/519:50JNB - PER
1 stop22h 05mSingapore Airlines
Mon 18/801:10PER - JNB
1 stop23h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,317
Mon 12/520:40JNB - PER
1 stop40h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 26/522:45PER - JNB
1 stop41h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/3$1,330
Thu 8/511:20JNB - PER
1 stop29h 20mCathay Pacific
Wed 14/500:10PER - JNB
1 stop37h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/3$1,343
Sat 1/1113:30CAI - SYD
1 stop39h 05mChina Eastern
Thu 20/1121:30SYD - CAI
1 stop43h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/3$1,363
Sat 21/611:20JNB - BNE
1 stop27h 05mCathay Pacific
Fri 11/723:55BNE - JNB
1 stop39h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/3$1,406
Wed 14/508:20CAI - MEL
3 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/513:00MEL - CAI
3 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,420

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Africa to Australia 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Africa to Australia that are best for you.

Fly from

Africa

Fly to

Australia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NairobiMelbourne

NBO - MEL

NBOMEL

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 14/5

00:30-05:30

1 stop22h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 24/5

21:45-23:00

1 stop32h 15m

$1,071

NairobiMelbourne

NBO - MEL

NBOMEL

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 14/5

00:30-06:15

2 stops22h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 24/5

21:45-23:00

1 stop32h 15m

$1,182

CairoSydney

CAI - SYD

CAISYD

Cairo

Fri 25/7

14:45-14:15

1 stop40h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 14/8

20:20-06:50

1 stop41h 30m

$1,211

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

20:55-12:20

Nonstop9h 25m

Perth

Mon 26/5

23:50-05:15

Nonstop11h 25m

$1,306

CairoMelbourne

CAI - MEL

CAIMEL

Cairo

Wed 14/5

14:30-09:00

1 stop35h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 28/5

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

$1,308

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/5

11:20-11:15

1 stop39h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 31/5

14:25-07:40

1 stop25h 15m

$1,309

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/5

19:50-23:55

1 stop22h 05m

Perth

Mon 18/8

01:10-18:35

1 stop23h 25m

$1,317

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

20:40-18:40

1 stop40h 00m

Perth

Mon 26/5

22:45-10:00

1 stop41h 15m

$1,330

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

11:20-22:40

1 stop29h 20m

Perth

Wed 14/5

00:10-07:40

1 stop37h 30m

$1,343

JohannesburgBrisbane

JNB - BNE

JNBBNE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/5

11:20-22:25

1 stop27h 05m

Brisbane

Thu 15/5

23:55-07:40

1 stop39h 45m

$1,368

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Best time to book a flight from Africa to Australia

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Australia (average of $129). Flying from Africa to Australia in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 AF to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from Africa to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Africa to Australia as you normally would.

Rainfall in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia 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 Australia when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Africa to Australia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is AirAsia X, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $554. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific, as they are both options that can get you from Africa to Australia for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Australia (average of $129). Flying from Africa to Australia in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 10 airlines flying from Africa to Australia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Africa to Australia. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$943Average$1,614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,035Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,037Average$1,858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,103Average$1,785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,214Average$1,952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$1,266Average$1,579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,293Average$2,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,294Average$1,781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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IndiGoCheapest$1,310Average$1,639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,321Average$1,789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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