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Cheap flights from South Africa to Sydney from $829

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 27/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) to Sydney (SYD). 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 21 November 2024.

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2024.

Sun 24/1121:45JNB - SYD
2 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/1221:30SYD - JNB
1 stop44h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,635
Mon 23/1209:55JNB - SYD
1 stop36h 00mEtihad Airways
Tue 14/114:00SYD - JNB
2 stops27h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/11$1,769
Wed 4/1210:10JNB - SYD
2 stops44h 20mAir China
Wed 11/1220:40SYD - JNB
2 stops44h 00mAir China
Deal found 20/11$1,846
Tue 3/1217:15CPT - SYD
2 stops40h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/1220:40SYD - CPT
2 stops48h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,853
Sun 24/1119:45JNB - SYD
1 stop38h 05mQatar Airways
Mon 9/1221:40SYD - JNB
1 stop39h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/11$2,115
Tue 24/1219:10JNB - SYD
2 stops38h 20mTurkish Airlines
Thu 16/120:40SYD - JNB
2 stops47h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/11$2,274
Sun 22/1217:15JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Thu 16/109:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/11$2,379
Sun 29/1218:50JNB - SYD
1 stop38h 45mEmirates
Sat 18/106:00SYD - JNB
1 stop23h 50mEmirates
Deal found 20/11$2,498
Wed 18/1211:00CPT - SYD
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 25/1209:30SYD - CPT
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$2,670
Wed 25/1218:25CPT - SYD
1 stop27h 35mEmirates
Thu 16/106:00SYD - CPT
1 stop38h 40mEmirates
Deal found 20/11$2,674
Wed 25/1222:30JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 10mSingapore Airlines
Tue 14/112:15SYD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/11$2,693
Tue 3/1212:35CPT - SYD
1 stop45h 15mQatar Airways
Tue 10/1217:30SYD - CPT
2 stops32h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/11$3,140

Find flights from South Africa to Sydney within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Sydney 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 719,399 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/3

11:05-20:50

1 stop24h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/4

14:05-07:40

1 stop25h 35m

$1,632

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

20:35-22:30

1 stop16h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/2

18:15-04:40

1 stop19h 25m

$1,634

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/3

17:15-14:15

Nonstop12h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/4

09:30-16:10

Nonstop14h 40m

$1,654

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/2

08:50-21:55

2 stops28h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/3

11:30-09:45

2 stops31h 15m

$1,678

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/3

13:45-21:20

2 stops22h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/4

15:00-06:10

1 stop23h 10m

$1,755

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/12

09:55-06:55

1 stop36h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/1

14:00-08:35

2 stops27h 35m

$1,769

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/1

20:35-06:10

1 stop24h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/1

18:15-04:40

1 stop19h 25m

$1,810

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/12

10:10-15:30

2 stops44h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/12

20:40-07:40

2 stops44h 00m

$1,846

Cape TownSydney

CPT - SYD

CPTSYD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/12

17:15-18:30

2 stops40h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/12

20:40-12:00

2 stops48h 20m

$1,853

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

22:20-07:00

1 stop23h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/2

10:20-16:35

2 stops39h 15m

$2,087

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Sydney

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Sydney

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from South Africa to Sydney 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 ZA to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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

Rainfall in Sydney by month

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

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

Temperature in Sydney by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, 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 Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 21 November 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines from South Africa to Sydney by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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3,486 reviews

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8.1

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8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

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1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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Very Good
3,486 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.6
Good
878 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.6
Good
820 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Sydney. 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 into for flights to Sydney from South Africa?

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

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

    $829 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines, with prices starting from $852 and $877, respectively.

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

    While on average a flight from South Africa to Sydney is generally $2,269, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $974. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), you can expect to pay $1,433 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from South Africa to Sydney 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 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Sydney

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Sydney. 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 719,399 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,173Average$1,741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,309Average$1,566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,320Average$2,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,392Average$1,801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,411Average$1,574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,569Average$1,870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,651Average$2,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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