What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Australia is November . The most expensive month for flights is January . The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

Can I find cheaper flights to Australia if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Australia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Australia?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, South African is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Australia.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Australia?

Proserpine Whitsunday Coast is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Australia. One-way flights to Proserpine Whitsunday Coast typically cost R743, while return flights cost around R1 973.

How much is a return flight to Australia?

A return flight to Australia will typically cost around R2 065, however they can be found for as little as R129.

Where does the fastest flight to Australia depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Australia, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (11 hours 55 minutes).

Does Sydney Kingsford Smith have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Sydney Kingsford Smith can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Yes. Sydney Kingsford Smith has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Aerotel Sydney - Inside International Terminal Airport is the closest property to Sydney Kingsford Smith (0,0 km away from Sydney Kingsford Smith).

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JohannesburgAdelaide

JNB - ADL

JNBADL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/2

8:50-17:05

1 stop23h 45m

Adelaide

Fri 4/7

21:40-16:10

1 stop26h 00m

R17 586

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/3

17:15-14:15

Nonstop12h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/3

9:30-14:45

Nonstop14h 15m

R19 009

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/2

3:10-23:45

2 stops35h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

17:10-14:20

2 stops30h 10m

R19 189

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/2

17:15-18:35

1 stop16h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 19/2

6:30-14:45

1 stop17h 15m

R19 459

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/2

9:35-23:45

3 stops29h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 25/2

18:50-14:45

2 stops28h 55m

R19 549

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/12

9:55-6:55

1 stop36h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/12

21:30-8:35

1 stop44h 05m

R19 568

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/2

12:45-23:45

1 stop26h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 24/2

0:30-3:55

2 stops36h 25m

R19 640

JohannesburgPerth

JNB - PER

JNBPER

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/3

9:35-18:45

3 stops27h 10m

Perth

Sun 30/3

22:45-17:00

1 stop24h 15m

R19 982

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/2

17:15-20:20

1 stop18h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 19/2

6:00-14:45

1 stop17h 45m

R19 982

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/1

20:35-23:30

1 stop17h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

17:55-4:40

1 stop19h 45m

R20 180

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Sun 24/1112:45JNB - MEL

1 stop26h 00mQatar Airways

Thu 30/117:10MEL - JNB

1 stop30h 35mQatar Airways

Deal found 19/11R18 198

Wed 27/1110:00JNB - MEL

2 stops37h 05mEtihad Airways

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1 stop23h 45mQatar Airways

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1 stop26h 00mQatar Airways

Deal found 18/11R17 586

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Deal found 19/11R19 009

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1 stop25h 35mCathay Pacific

Deal found 20/11R19 153

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Sat 8/317:10MEL - JNB

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Deal found 19/11R19 189

Sat 22/29:35JNB - MEL

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Mon 2/129:55JNB - SYD

1 stop36h 00mEtihad Airways

Mon 9/1221:30SYD - JNB

1 stop44h 05mEtihad Airways

Deal found 19/11R19 568

Tue 28/120:35JNB - MEL

1 stop17h 55mSouth African

Wed 12/217:55MEL - JNB

1 stop19h 45mSouth African

Deal found 19/11R20 180

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Mon 3/317:15JNB - SYD

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Sat 29/39:30SYD - JNB

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Deal found 19/11R19 009

Sun 29/1220:35JNB - PER

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Nonstop11h 15mSouth African

Deal found 19/11R23 405

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Tue 19/118:50JNB - SYD

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1 stop26h 05mQatar Airways

Deal found 18/11R20 973

Wed 20/1117:15JNB - SYD

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Deal found 19/11R22 865

Thu 21/1118:50JNB - PER

1 stop40h 30mEmirates

Wed 11/126:00PER - JNB

1 stop20h 50mEmirates

Deal found 19/11R21 531

Thu 21/1112:45JNB - PER

1 stop24h 00mQatar Airways

Fri 29/1122:45PER - JNB

1 stop22h 50mQatar Airways

Deal found 19/11R21 549

Thu 21/1112:45JNB - BNE

1 stop44h 45mQatar Airways

Thu 28/116:15BNE - JNB

2 stops40h 30mQatar Airways

Deal found 19/11R22 955

Thu 21/1122:20JNB - BNE

1 stop24h 10mEmirates

Wed 27/111:55BNE - JNB

1 stop46h 40mEmirates

Deal found 19/11R24 180

Sun 24/1121:45JNB - SYD

2 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines

Mon 9/1221:30SYD - JNB

1 stop44h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 19/11R19 730

Sun 24/1111:05JNB - SYD

1 stop37h 30mCathay Pacific

Mon 9/1215:15SYD - JNB

1 stop25h 25mCathay Pacific

Deal found 19/11R21 567

Sun 24/1119:05JNB - BNE

3 stops50h 55mMultiple Airlines

Sat 18/110:35BNE - JNB

2 stops56h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 19/11R25 838

Tue 26/1113:25JNB - SYD

1 stop32h 35mEmirates

Thu 16/110:20SYD - JNB

2 stops43h 30mEmirates

Deal found 18/11R24 522

Wed 27/1114:35JNB - SYD

3 stops34h 45mMalaysia Airlines

Mon 27/112:10SYD - JNB

2 stops30h 35mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 19/11R49 585

Mon 2/1213:25JNB - PER

2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines

Mon 9/126:00PER - JNB

1 stop20h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 19/11R23 351

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Sat 19/413:35JNB - PER

1 stop23h 00mQatar Airways

Deal found 19/11R8 252

Wed 2/48:50JNB - SYD

2 stops37h 50mQatar Airways

Deal found 18/11R10 216

Mon 2/129:55JNB - BNE

2 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 19/11R11 676

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How long is the flight to Australia?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Australia takes 16 hours 52 minutes. Flights to Australia from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Australia?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Australia should consider flying on Friday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Tuesday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Australia?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Australia are Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines and Emirates.

Qantas Airways

From R955

Singapore Airlines

From R749

Emirates

From R1 125

Qatar Airways

From R806

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Australia?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Australia are South African, Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways.

Rainfall in Australia by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 0.0 - 170.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Australia by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, 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 24.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, Cathay Pacific and Etihad Airways to Australia have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 487 reviews

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1 / 10

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Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 487 reviews

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8,1

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1 / 10

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Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 333 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 487 reviews

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1 / 10

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

KLM

7,8

Good

1 350 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 487 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

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SWISS

7,6

Good

1 635 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 487 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qantas Airways

7,6

Good

821 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 487 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

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

Where are the most popular flight destinations in Australia?

The most popular flight destination in Australia, according to our users, is Sydney, followed by Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide.

Can I find cheaper flights to Australia if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Australia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Australia?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, South African is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Australia.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Australia?
Proserpine Whitsunday Coast is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Australia. One-way flights to Proserpine Whitsunday Coast typically cost R743, while return flights cost around R1 973.
How much is a return flight to Australia?
A return flight to Australia will typically cost around R2 065, however they can be found for as little as R129.
Where does the fastest flight to Australia depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Australia, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (11 hours 55 minutes).
Does Sydney Kingsford Smith have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Sydney Kingsford Smith can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Sydney Kingsford Smith?
Yes. Sydney Kingsford Smith has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Aerotel Sydney - Inside International Terminal Airport is the closest property to Sydney Kingsford Smith (0,0 km away from Sydney Kingsford Smith).

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Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

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Where are the most popular flight destinations in Australia?

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Can I find cheaper flights to Australia if I am willing to have stopovers?

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