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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Sydney from R10 364

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 31/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
Dec 24 — Dec 311
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in November or May, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

R18 155

One-way from

R10 364

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R25 583
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 4/3-22/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Sydney
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 31/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Sydney
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Mon 23/129:55JNB - SYD
1 stop36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/315:50SYD - JNB
2 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R22 105
Tue 31/1213:45JNB - SYD
1 stop37h 05mSingapore Airlines
Wed 29/116:10SYD - JNB
1 stop23h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/12R22 866
Sun 29/1217:15JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Fri 17/19:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/12R26 054
Sun 29/1222:20JNB - SYD
1 stop35h 15mEmirates
Sat 18/121:10SYD - JNB
1 stop32h 40mEmirates
Deal found 18/12R26 399
Wed 25/1210:00JNB - SYD
2 stops26h 25mEtihad Airways
Tue 7/17:30SYD - JNB
2 stops34h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/12R34 552
Mon 23/1219:45JNB - SYD
1 stop38h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 14/321:40SYD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/12R36 889
Mon 23/1223:55JNB - SYD
3 stops46h 30mKLM
Fri 14/311:15SYD - JNB
2 stops43h 45mKLM
Deal found 18/12R61 730
Sun 29/1212:45JNB - SYD
2 stops36h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 17/112:10SYD - JNB
3 stops34h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 18/12R84 740

Find flights from Johannesburg to Sydney within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/3

13:45-11:50

1 stop37h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/3

6:45-6:10

1 stop32h 25m

R18 173

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

17:15-14:15

Nonstop12h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/2

9:30-14:45

Nonstop14h 15m

R18 300

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/4

11:20-11:50

1 stop39h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 24/4

10:05-7:40

1 stop29h 35m

R18 372

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/3

9:55-6:25

1 stop35h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/3

21:30-8:35

2 stops44h 05m

R18 481

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/3

21:45-6:25

2 stops47h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/3

14:00-8:35

2 stops27h 35m

R19 423

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/2

20:35-6:10

1 stop24h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/2

12:25-4:40

1 stop25h 15m

R19 441

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/3

13:20-7:25

2 stops33h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/3

6:00-9:50

2 stops36h 50m

R20 365

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/2

22:20-18:35

1 stop35h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/2

21:10-10:25

1 stop46h 15m

R23 518

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/3

19:35-7:15

2 stops50h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/3

15:15-9:30

2 stops51h 15m

R24 261

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/1

19:05-19:00

2 stops38h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/1

21:00-10:50

1 stop46h 50m

R25 420

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Sydney

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

Booking 25 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Sydney. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sydney (average of R1 021). Flying from Johannesburg to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of R1 357). 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 JNB to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg 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 19 December 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Sydney flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 19 December 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney, see what other customers have to say about Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways and Emirates. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8,1
Very Good
1 331 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,8
Good
66 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,5
Good
839 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,5
Good
3 792 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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 Johannesburg to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Johannesburg to Sydney, Australia flights?

    The number of airports available to serve flights from Johannesburg to Sydney are limited in quantity. The only airport available to fly from Johannesburg is O.R. Tambo International Airport, which is a major international airport located in Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa. While in Sydney there is also just one airport that will accept flights from Johannesburg and that is Sydney Airport, which is the busiest airport located in Australia. Due to the limited amount of airports, it will also add on queue times at busy airports for things such as security and baggage check-in.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Sydney, Australia?

    Airlines that fly directly from Johannesburg to Sydney are numerous, with the ones that offer the most being Qantas, Cathay Pacific, and Singapore Airlines. Though out of the three airlines, Cathay Pacific offers the most available flights from Johannesburg to Sydney, Australia with the prices varying depending on the dates chosen for the flight, the speed of the flight, and the airline.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Sydney, Australia?

    Stopover options for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney can vary on the airline chosen. Some airlines will fly nonstop to Australia, while others require a stopover in various locations. Some locations for stopovers include Perth Airport, Hong Kong International Airport, and Adelaide Airport. Flights from Johannesburg to Sydney all vary from 12h 55m-29h 23m depending on the airline chosen, the number of stopovers, and the dates.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney, Australia?

    If you intend to travel from Johannesburg to Sydney, you will need a visa in order to visit Australia. All nationalities, other than New Zealand passport holders, need to apply for a visa in order to fly to Australia. There is the ability to apply for a visa if you have a South African Passport online, which means you will also be required to have a passport in order to get the visa. A visa will be required prior to your arrival in Australia.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney from Johannesburg?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to Sydney. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kingsford Smith from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights to the Sydney airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 7,5 km journey from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Sydney’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Sydney round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Sydney is Singapore Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R18 155 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qantas Airways and Cathay Pacific, starting at R18 300 and R18 372 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney for 14% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R10 364. Users have also found prices from R10 599 and R10 853 on Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Sydney?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg to Sydney? While on average our users pay R53 408, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R11 034. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around R18 463.

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

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai and Gold Souq are located about 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R423 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Sydney?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Sydney?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sydney (average of R1 021). Flying from Johannesburg to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of R1 357). 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 Johannesburg to Sydney

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Cathay PacificCheapestR15 440AverageR19 149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 766AverageR21 589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR16 495AverageR19 471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR17 190AverageR23 570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR17 209AverageR18 864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR18 326AverageR21 174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR21 875AverageR25 204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR24 866AverageR26 588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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