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Cheap flights from Sydney to South Africa from $1,105

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 19/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
20 Nov — 27 Nov1
1 adult

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to South Africa 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 732,627 searches. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

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SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/4

07:55-06:10

1 stop30h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/4

13:45-16:55

1 stop19h 10m

$1,818

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/3

09:30-14:45

Nonstop14h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/3

17:15-14:15

Nonstop12h 00m

$1,850

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/1

21:40-14:45

1 stop26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/2

12:45-07:25

2 stops33h 40m

$1,866

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/1

18:15-04:40

1 stop19h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/2

20:35-22:30

1 stop16h 55m

$1,872

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/3

21:30-08:35

2 stops44h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/3

09:55-09:55

2 stops39h 00m

$1,895

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/1

10:20-10:25

2 stops33h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/2

13:25-07:35

2 stops33h 10m

$1,977

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/4

21:40-10:35

2 stops45h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/4

17:50-18:45

2 stops40h 55m

$2,031

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/4

10:05-07:40

1 stop29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/4

11:20-20:10

1 stop24h 50m

$2,056

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/2

21:10-16:45

1 stop28h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 14/2

18:25-07:00

1 stop27h 35m

$2,060

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/1

06:45-09:25

2 stops35h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 15/2

10:40-05:55

2 stops34h 15m

$2,079

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Cheap flight deals from Sydney to South Africa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to South Africa (ZA0). 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 15 November 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 November 2024.

Tue 19/1115:55SYD - JNB
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/1114:35JNB - SYD
3 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11$1,802
Tue 19/1121:10SYD - JNB
1 stop28h 25mEmirates
Tue 26/1113:25JNB - SYD
1 stop32h 35mEmirates
Deal found 14/11$1,909
Mon 2/1221:30SYD - JNB
1 stop44h 05mEtihad Airways
Mon 9/1209:55JNB - SYD
1 stop36h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/11$1,918
Sun 24/1109:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 8/1217:15JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/11$1,954
Wed 27/1121:10SYD - CPT
1 stop28h 35mEmirates
Tue 25/213:40CPT - SYD
2 stops32h 55mEmirates
Deal found 14/11$2,105
Mon 2/1221:30SYD - CPT
2 stops58h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/211:00CPT - SYD
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11$2,173
Mon 2/1220:40SYD - JNB
2 stops44h 00mAir China
Mon 9/1210:10JNB - SYD
2 stops44h 20mAir China
Deal found 14/11$2,249
Sun 24/1121:35SYD - JNB
2 stops43h 05mCathay Pacific
Sun 8/1211:05JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/11$2,396
Sun 1/1220:40SYD - JNB
2 stops47h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sun 8/1219:05JNB - SYD
2 stops38h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,589
Thu 28/1106:45SYD - JNB
1 stop32h 25mSingapore Airlines
Thu 12/1214:00JNB - SYD
1 stop36h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 14/11$2,614
Sat 28/1209:30SYD - DUR
1 stop34h 10mQantas Airways
Mon 24/211:15DUR - SYD
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/11$2,765
Sat 28/1209:30SYD - DUR
1 stop34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/211:55DUR - SYD
3 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11$2,793

Best time to book a flight from Sydney to South Africa

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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to South Africa

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to South Africa (average of $1,115). Flying from Sydney to South Africa 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 15 November 2024.

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

Rainfall in South Africa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa 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 South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, 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 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 15 November 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways from Sydney to South Africa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,334 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
825 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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.

Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
875 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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 South Africa. 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 South Africa?

    Located just 7.5 km from the city centre, Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to South Africa from Sydney.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Singapore Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $1,111. Users have also found prices from $1,133 and $1,179 on Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Sydney to South Africa?

    When deciding which route to take from Sydney to South Africa, consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Cape Town Intl or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Durban King Shaka Intl, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to South Africa?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sydney to South Africa? While on average our users pay $4,523, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $1,012. The most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around $1,218.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to South Africa (average of $1,115). Flying from Sydney to South Africa 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 10 airlines flying from Sydney to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to South Africa. 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 732,627 searches. Data last updated 15 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,075Average$2,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,326Average$1,895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,503Average$2,235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,508Average$1,740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,569Average$3,182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,581Average$1,847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,690Average$1,929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,768Average$2,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,832Average$2,081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$2,115Average$2,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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