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Cheap flights from Sydney to South Africa 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 abr.1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 25 marzo 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 South Africa
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17/5
  • 17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 35m total
  • Sydney to South Africa
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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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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to South Africa.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to South Africa.
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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 25 marzo 2025.

dom. 11/515:40SYD - JNB
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
dom. 27/711:20JNB - SYD
1 stop37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,595
sáb. 17/521:30SYD - JNB
1 stop42h 50mEtihad Airways
mié. 4/609:50JNB - SYD
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/3$1,602
jue. 24/411:00SYD - JNB
1 stop39h 35mSingapore Airlines
mié. 14/519:50JNB - SYD
1 stop36h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,650
mar. 25/321:40SYD - JNB
1 stop26h 00mQatar Airways
mar. 1/408:10JNB - SYD
1 stop25h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/3$1,667
lun. 19/518:15SYD - JNB
1 stop19h 00mSouth African
lun. 30/620:55JNB - SYD
1 stop16h 55mSouth African
Deal found 24/3$1,669
jue. 27/315:15SYD - JNB
1 stop25h 25mCathay Pacific
jue. 3/411:20JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/3$1,782
jue. 27/314:30SYD - JNB
2 stops35h 05mEmirates
jue. 3/413:25JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 00mEmirates
Deal found 24/3$1,802
lun. 12/518:15SYD - CPT
2 stops24h 10mSouth African
lun. 26/519:35CPT - SYD
2 stops42h 15mSouth African
Deal found 24/3$1,866
lun. 31/321:30SYD - DUR
2 stops47h 50mMultiple Airlines
lun. 7/406:00DUR - SYD
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,872
jue. 8/509:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 50mQantas Airways
mié. 14/518:45JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/3$1,910
mar. 13/512:50SYD - CPT
3 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
mar. 20/505:45CPT - SYD
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,937
lun. 12/509:30SYD - CPT
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
lun. 26/514:00CPT - SYD
1 stop16h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/3$1,942

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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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 25 marzo 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to South Africa that are best for you.

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Sydney

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dom. 11/5

15:40-08:20

1 stop24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 27/7

11:20-08:40

1 stop37h 20m

$1,595

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

sáb. 17/5

21:30-08:20

1 stop42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 4/6

09:50-06:10

1 stop36h 20m

$1,602

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jue. 24/4

11:00-18:35

1 stop39h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 14/5

19:50-16:45

1 stop36h 55m

$1,650

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 19/5

18:15-05:15

1 stop19h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 30/6

20:55-21:50

1 stop16h 55m

$1,669

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 12/5

18:15-10:25

2 stops24h 10m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 26/5

19:35-21:50

2 stops42h 15m

$1,866

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jue. 8/5

09:30-16:20

Nonstop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 14/5

18:45-14:45

Nonstop12h 00m

$1,910

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mar. 13/5

12:50-15:45

3 stops34h 55m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 20/5

05:45-20:10

2 stops30h 25m

$1,937

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 12/5

09:30-22:50

1 stop21h 20m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 26/5

14:00-14:45

1 stop16h 45m

$1,942

SydneyDurban

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 12/5

09:30-10:20

1 stop32h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

lun. 26/5

10:55-14:45

1 stop19h 50m

$1,988

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dom. 18/5

17:45-16:10

2 stops30h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 2/6

13:55-17:10

1 stop43h 15m

$1,996

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to South Africa

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to South Africa (average of $1,109). Flying from Sydney to South Africa 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 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 25 marzo 2025.

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 25 marzo 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Emirates and KLM 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

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
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Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

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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Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

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

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
834 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

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

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 Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $929. Users have also found prices from $1,077 and $1,152 on Singapore Airlines 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 $4,402, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $1,008. The most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around $1,234.

  • 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.

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    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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to South Africa (average of $1,109). Flying from Sydney to South Africa 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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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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 25 marzo 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,087Average$2,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,204Average$1,822FlexibilityNo 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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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,589Average$2,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,628Average$1,822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,778Average$2,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,872Average$2,419FlexibilityNo 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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