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Cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $851

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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
5 Nov — 12 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or March, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to OR Tambo 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 750,439 searches. Data last updated 31 October 2024.

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SYD - JNB

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/11

14:00-08:35

2 stops51h 35m

$1,081

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 23/11

21:30-08:35

1 stop44h 05m

$1,129

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/11

21:40-15:35

1 stop26h 55m

$1,160

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/4

09:30-16:10

Nonstop14h 40m

$1,292

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/4

11:00-06:10

1 stop27h 10m

$1,317

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 30/11

11:05-07:40

1 stop29h 35m

$1,470

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 30/11

10:20-20:50

2 stops43h 30m

$1,729

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/11

20:40-07:40

2 stops44h 00m

$2,257

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/12

20:40-10:50

2 stops47h 10m

$2,848

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/12

18:15-04:40

1 stop19h 25m

$3,283

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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 31 October 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,478

One-way from

$851

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 12/11-24/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 30m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
6/11
  • 6/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 35m total
  • Sydney to Johannesburg
High demand for flights, 26% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop

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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 31 October 2024.

Tue 12/1115:55SYD - JNB
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 24/1114:35JNB - SYD
3 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10$1,796
Sun 3/1121:40SYD - JNB
1 stop26h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 17/1108:50JNB - SYD
2 stops28h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 30/10$1,811
Sat 28/1220:40SYD - JNB
2 stops44h 00mAir China
Fri 14/210:10JNB - SYD
2 stops44h 20mAir China
Deal found 29/10$1,851
Sun 3/1109:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 17/1117:15JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/10$1,868
Wed 6/1121:10SYD - JNB
1 stop28h 25mEmirates
Wed 13/1113:25JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 05mEmirates
Deal found 29/10$1,904
Sun 3/1117:00SYD - JNB
2 stops47h 40mCathay Pacific
Sun 17/1111:05JNB - SYD
2 stops35h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 30/10$2,015
Thu 31/1019:10SYD - JNB
1 stop44h 00mSingapore Airlines
Thu 7/1114:00JNB - SYD
1 stop36h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/10$2,107
Sun 1/1220:40SYD - JNB
2 stops47h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sun 8/1219:05JNB - SYD
2 stops38h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 30/10$2,292
Tue 26/1117:30SYD - JNB
2 stops30h 15mVirgin Australia
Tue 10/1208:50JNB - SYD
2 stops37h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/10$2,574
Mon 16/1221:30SYD - JNB
1 stop44h 05mEtihad Airways
Wed 1/110:00JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 30/10$3,539
Sun 1/1211:40SYD - JNB
3 stops43h 20mKLM
Tue 31/1223:55JNB - SYD
2 stops46h 00mKLM
Deal found 30/10$4,331

Best time to book a flight from Sydney to OR Tambo

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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to OR Tambo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sydney to OR Tambo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 25 October 2024.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 73 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,115). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,587). 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 31 October 2024.

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 20% 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 27 October 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings 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 31 October 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, 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.
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
1,337 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.8
Good
1,352 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.7
Good
877 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.6
Good
839 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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. 8 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 $1,478, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qatar Airways and Air China. Singapore Airlines is 28% 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 $1,129 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from $1,160 and Qantas Airways from $1,292 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 $4,436, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,037. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,332 for that flight.

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

  • 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 $127 per day.

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

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,115). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,587). 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 Sydney to OR Tambo

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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,012Average$2,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,064Average$1,929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,281Average$1,721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,486Average$1,716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,557Average$1,869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,710Average$2,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,730Average$2,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$2,082Average$2,249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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