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Cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $891

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or May, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,595

One-way from

$891

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,880

Good round-trip deal

$1,891 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,168 or less
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 11/5-27/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 00m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
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17/5
  • 17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 35m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($339 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($116 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Sun 11/515:40SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 27/711:20JNB - SYD
1 stop37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,595
Sat 17/521:30SYD - JNB
1 stop42h 50mEtihad Airways
Wed 4/609:50JNB - SYD
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/3$1,602
Thu 24/411:00SYD - JNB
1 stop39h 35mSingapore Airlines
Wed 14/519:50JNB - SYD
1 stop36h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,650
Tue 25/321:40SYD - JNB
1 stop26h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 1/408:10JNB - SYD
1 stop25h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/3$1,667
Mon 19/518:15SYD - JNB
1 stop19h 00mSouth African
Mon 30/620:55JNB - SYD
1 stop16h 55mSouth African
Deal found 24/3$1,669
Thu 27/315:15SYD - JNB
1 stop25h 25mCathay Pacific
Thu 3/411:20JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/3$1,782
Thu 27/314:30SYD - JNB
2 stops35h 05mEmirates
Thu 3/413:25JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 00mEmirates
Deal found 24/3$1,802
Thu 8/509:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 14/518:45JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/3$1,910

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 24/4

11:00-18:35

1 stop39h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

19:50-16:45

1 stop36h 55m

$1,650

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/5

10:30-08:20

2 stops29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

09:50-18:00

1 stop24h 10m

$1,658

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 19/5

18:15-05:15

1 stop19h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/6

20:55-21:50

1 stop16h 55m

$1,669

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/5

21:30-08:20

1 stop42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/6

09:50-07:55

2 stops38h 05m

$1,700

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/5

09:30-16:20

Nonstop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

18:45-14:45

Nonstop12h 00m

$1,910

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/5

09:50-20:50

2 stops43h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

19:10-06:25

2 stops51h 15m

$2,006

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/5

15:00-07:40

2 stops48h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/5

11:20-20:10

1 stop24h 50m

$2,012

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/4

17:45-10:00

2 stops48h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/4

08:10-21:20

2 stops29h 10m

$2,260

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 14/8

18:05-13:05

2 stops27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/9

14:30-05:55

2 stops31h 25m

$2,281

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 17/5

20:45-08:20

2 stops43h 35m

$891

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 57 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,109). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,782). 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 SYD to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to OR Tambo. 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.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 23 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Qantas Airways from Sydney to Johannesburg have to say. 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
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
834 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to OR Tambo. 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 from for flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 7.5 km from the centre of the city. Kingsford Smith is the only Sydney airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 10 airlines have flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Sydney Kingsford Smith on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Singapore Airlines, at $1,650, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Etihad Airways and South African. Singapore Airlines is 20% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $929 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from $1,077 and Cathay Pacific from $1,152 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    While on average a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally $4,402, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,008. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,234 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Singapore most of the time. Dubai follows Singapore in terms of the most common stopover location on Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay can be visited by traveling about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $133 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Khalifa are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Khalifa, by travelling 10.5 km, 6.8 km, and 11.0 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Dubai Intl for an average daily rate of $37 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to OR Tambo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to OR Tambo 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 Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,109). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,782). 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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Fly from Sydney to OR Tambo on these airlines

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Top 10 airlines flying from Sydney to OR Tambo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to OR Tambo. 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
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,087Average$2,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,204Average$1,690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,467Average$1,840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,546Average$2,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,628Average$1,717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,635Average$2,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,778Average$1,954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,872Average$2,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,885Average$2,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$2,425Average$2,510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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