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Cheapest return flight
£902
Typical prices: £934-£1,359
RwandAir, Qatar Airways
Thu 8/3Thu 15/3
SYD - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
£1,236
Typical prices: £1,063-£1,495
Qantas Airways
Thu 8/3Thu 15/3
SYD - JNB • Direct
Direct flights
4 days a week
You can fly direct with Qantas Airways. Average duration is 14h 30m
Direct flights
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Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Qantas Airways
Most punctual • 71% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 21% price drop
December
Most popular
Good to know
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Good to know
+1
Top stopover airports
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Cheapest • Avg £800 (return)
Perth (PER)
Shortest trip • 18h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Johannesburg (SYD-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Johannesburg

Mon, 8 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar
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21:10 - 02:20SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Kigali Intl
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20:20 - 19:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
38h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£902Multiple Airlines
Mon, 8 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar
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13:25 - 15:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 10m3 stops Singapore Changi Chennai Doha Hamad Intl
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13:45 - 19:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
44h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£929Multiple Airlines
Mon, 8 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar
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22:10 - 15:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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20:20 - 19:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
38h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£938Qatar Airways
Sat, 24 Apr - Sun, 25 Apr
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20:55 - 15:20SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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20:55 - 06:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£974Qatar Airways
Sun, 14 Mar - Thu, 8 Apr
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15:50 - 08:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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14:55 - 17:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
42h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£1,029Qatar Airways
Sat, 24 Apr - Sun, 25 Apr
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19:00 - 15:20SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 20m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
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20:55 - 17:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
36h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£1,040Qatar Airways
Sun, 14 Mar - Thu, 8 Apr
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15:50 - 15:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:40 - 17:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
44h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£1,044Qatar Airways
Tue, 12 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb
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15:50 - 15:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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13:45 - 06:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£1,055Qatar Airways
Sun, 14 Mar - Wed, 7 Apr
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21:35 - 11:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
46h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul
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00:35 - 20:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 25m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi
£1,067Turkish Airlines
Sun, 14 Mar - Wed, 7 Apr
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21:35 - 11:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
46h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul
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00:35 - 20:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 25m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi
£1,068Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at £899 return.
•December (£1,476) and January (£1,214) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Sydney to Johannesburg

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on SYD

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site, Leave Your Daily Hell, in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on JNB

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has travelled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Key details for Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£506
Beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 46% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Sydney to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Johannesburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 09:30 and lands at 00:00
    • Latest: departs at 09:30 and lands at 00:00.

    The flight takes about 14h 30m.

  • How long is a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A direct flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 14h 30m, covering 6,846 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from £934 to £1,359, with an average of £1,133 over the past 12 months. Anything below £934 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the £1,133 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £800 return via Singapore Changi (SIN), compared with £1,230 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Qantas Airways is the only airline operating Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights. 71% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The Airbus A380-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £902 to £6,962. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £657, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £22 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route, 29% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 41m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 42% of one-stop connections
    • Perth (PER) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £1,056 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £1,196, a difference of £139.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Only Qantas Airways operates flights between Sydney and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Perth (PER) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 04m, compared to 24h 24m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 25h 43m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

  • What is the time difference between Sydney and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 9 hours behind Sydney (South Africa Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Sandton Convention Centre and Nelson Mandela Square. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average £1,056, about £139 less than Saturday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for February. Fares historically average £899 return in that month – typically £576 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £800 return on this route – about £431 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

Prefer to fly direct from Sydney to Johannesburg?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

Qantas Airways

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Tuesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Wednesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Thursday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Saturday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

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Direct returns

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Tuesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Wednesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Thursday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Saturday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

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