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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney from R8 513

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 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
Mar 29 — Apr 51
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in May or February, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 24 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 790

One-way from

R8 513

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R18 864

Good round-trip deal

R18 951 or less

Good one-way deal

R11 539 or less
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 11/5-20/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 88h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Sydney
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Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 4/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 39h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R43 439 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 987 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 March 2025.

Sun 11/511:20JNB - SYD
2 stops46h 20mCathay Pacific
Tue 20/521:50SYD - JNB
1 stop41h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 23/3R16 790
Sat 3/511:20JNB - SYD
2 stops43h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/514:05SYD - JNB
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3R16 845
Mon 14/49:50JNB - SYD
1 stop24h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 28/421:30SYD - JNB
1 stop42h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/3R17 081
Sun 30/38:10JNB - SYD
1 stop25h 00mQatar Airways
Sun 6/417:45SYD - JNB
2 stops48h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/3R18 518
Fri 4/418:45JNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 19/49:30SYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/3R18 627
Fri 9/519:50JNB - SYD
1 stop30h 35mSingapore Airlines
Sat 24/119:10SYD - JNB
1 stop20h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/3R18 809

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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 24 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

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Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/5

11:20-17:40

2 stops46h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/5

21:50-7:40

1 stop41h 50m

R16 790

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/5

11:20-14:55

2 stops43h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/5

14:05-7:40

1 stop25h 35m

R16 845

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/4

9:50-18:00

1 stop24h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 28/4

21:30-8:20

1 stop42h 50m

R17 081

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/4

18:45-14:45

Nonstop12h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 24/4

9:30-16:20

Nonstop14h 50m

R18 518

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/5

19:50-10:25

1 stop30h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/1

19:10-6:10

1 stop20h 00m

R18 809

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/7

13:55-6:15

1 stop32h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/10

15:50-16:10

1 stop33h 20m

R20 828

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/5

11:20-10:50

1 stop39h 30m

R8 513

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/3

9:50-19:00

1 stop24h 10m

R8 677

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/5

11:20-15:55

2 stops44h 35m

R9 732

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/5

20:40-17:10

1 stop36h 30m

R10 405

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Sydney

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney (average of R1 038). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 399). 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 OR Tambo 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 24 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings 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 24 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways from Johannesburg to Sydney. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines 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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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

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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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
832 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 284 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

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

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 540 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 284 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

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.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 176 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 284 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

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 OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sydney, you will be flying into Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 7,5 km from the centre vof the city. Kingsford Smith is the only Sydney airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 8 airlines have flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney is Cathay Pacific. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R16 790 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Etihad Airways and Qantas Airways, starting at R17 081 and R18 518 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney for 19% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R8 513. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R10 623. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith) can be booked for R15 226 on average our data indicates R49 553 when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flights have a stopover in Singapore most often. Hong Kong sees the next most stopovers on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flights. Doha ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flights.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flights have a stopover in Addis Ababa least often. Melbourne is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney. Melbourne is followed by Perth in terms of the least popular stopover location for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Sydney?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney (average of R1 038). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 399). 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 OR Tambo to Sydney

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 24 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR14 435AverageR18 753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR15 335AverageR18 774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 462AverageR19 267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR16 024AverageR21 299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR16 701AverageR18 857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR17 960AverageR19 593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 683AverageR26 016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR24 966AverageR26 763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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