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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,077. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Johannesburg.$1,875 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,875, select.

Johannesburg.$2,006 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with Scoot and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,006, select.

Johannesburg.$2,030 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Sun, 8 Nov.Return flight with Scoot and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,030, select.

Johannesburg.$2,077 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,077, select.

Johannesburg.$2,129 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct, returning Thu, 18 Mar.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,129, select.

Johannesburg.$2,179 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Sydney on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,179, select.

Johannesburg.$2,199 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Mon, 15 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sydney on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,199, select.

Johannesburg.$2,204 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb, returning Thu, 11 Mar.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Sydney on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,204, select.

Johannesburg.$2,234 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sydney on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,234, select.

Johannesburg.$2,237 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jun, returning Mon, 21 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sydney on Mon, 7 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 21 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,237, select.

Johannesburg.$2,242 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan, returning Thu, 11 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sydney on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,242, select.

Johannesburg.$2,280 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 May, returning Thu, 27 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sydney on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 27 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,280, select.

Johannesburg.$2,322 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar, returning Thu, 1 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sydney on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,322, select.

Johannesburg.$2,322 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb, returning Wed, 28 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sydney on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 28 Apr, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,322, select.

Johannesburg.$2,328 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Jul, returning Tue, 31 Aug.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Thu, 29 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 31 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,328, select.

Johannesburg.$2,328 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Aug, returning Fri, 20 Aug.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Fri, 6 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 20 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,328, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Johannesburg flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Alternative Sydney to Johannesburg routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Sydney to Johannesburg? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

22km from central Johannesburg

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from $1,875

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Lanseria

32km from central Johannesburg

from $6,017

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Sydney to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,875
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	14 hrs, 44 mins
Most popular airline	Qantas
Average flights per week	5

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Johannesburg?

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.

How much are return flights from Sydney to Johannesburg?

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Johannesburg is $1,875. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg?

14 hours and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Johannesburg.

Which airlines fly direct from Sydney to Johannesburg?

Qantas flies direct from Sydney to Johannesburg.

How many flights are there a week from Sydney to Johannesburg?

As of September 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from Sydney to Johannesburg.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg is usually October.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Johannesburg?

If you're flying from Sydney Airport, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the centre of Johannesburg. We've found flights into this airport from $1,875.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg on Monday, 12 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg?

Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 44 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Johannesburg?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Johannesburg?

In September, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is February.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg with?

Currently, Singapore Airlines and Qantas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

Flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to Johannesburg: what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Johannesburg is 12 hours 5 minutes.
Johannesburg is nine hours behind Sydney, where Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is located. Johannesburg runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
The most popular route is from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). You can select from four services every week between these two airports. Qantas offers a 09:30 departure between SYD and JNB.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SYD to Johannesburg flight.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Start your trip at SYD and fly straight to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Johannesburg tickets.
Qantas is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Johannesburg.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from SYD to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
- Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
- Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
- Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The journey from central Sydney to SYD takes about 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near SYD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Johannesburg or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
66% of flights departing from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to Johannesburg

$965 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Johannesburg flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,875. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from SYD to Johannesburg if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Johannesburg across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SYD to Johannesburg by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Save money on your flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Johannesburg with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Johannesburg

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 26 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Johannesburg, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near JNB:
Reserving your ride from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from SYD to Johannesburg can help you lock in the best possible rate.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

After your flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Johannesburg has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 40 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
After stepping off your SYD to Johannesburg flight, settle in at a hotel close to HLA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

April is the most popular month for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Johannesburg. To avoid the crowds, visit Johannesburg in December.
Lock in a Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket with a departure in January to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 3ºC and 20ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from SYD to Johannesburg around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Johannesburg

Start your Johannesburg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Johannesburg, browse our selection of hotels including:
Nelson Mandela Statue and Apartheid Museum are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Johannesburg must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Top of Africa.

Explore more of South Africa

Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've seen Johannesburg. Around 451 kilometres away to the southeast, its best attractions include Sri Siva Soobramoiniar And Marriamen Temples, KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden and Butterflies for Africa.
Around 370 kilometres southwest of Johannesburg, Bloemfontein is another favourite stop in South Africa. Start your sightseeing at Naval Hill Planetarium, Naval Hill Nature Reserve and Kings Park Rose Garden.