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$469+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Sydney (SYD)

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 6/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
Jul 4 — Jul 111
Sat 7/4
Sat 7/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in February or April, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/137:50 pm
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 6/292:50 pm
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/31$973
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/412:40 pm
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/172:50 pm
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/30$975
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/2212:40 pm
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 6/292:50 pm
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/1$997
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1112:40 pm
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop44h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 6/188:30 am
SYD
-
JNB
2 stops32h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/31$1,030
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/2312:40 pm
JNB
-
SYD
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 6/302:50 pm
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/2$1,042
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/412:40 pm
JNB
-
SYD
2 stops68h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 6/252:50 pm
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop45h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3$1,087
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/112:40 pm
JNB
-
SYD
2 stops48h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 10/173:50 pm
SYD
-
JNB
1 stop32h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/30$1,118

Find 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 June 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$997
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$469
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,045

Good round-trip deal

$1,206 or less

Good one-way deal

$737 or less
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Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 4, 2026.
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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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

6:45 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/6

6:00 am-8:05 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$1,200

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/1

6:45 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/17

7:45 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$1,209

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/1

6:45 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/23

6:55 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$1,209

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/21

2:40 pm-6:10 am

3 stops31h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/12

2:50 pm-4:00 am

1 stop45h 10m

$1,325

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/15

11:00 am-7:45 am

2 stops35h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/10

11:05 am-7:25 am

1 stop29h 20m

$1,357

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/13

10:05 am-5:30 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/1

6:00 am-8:35 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$1,414

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/13

11:30 am-6:10 am

2 stops34h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/1

1:00 pm-8:40 am

2 stops28h 40m

$1,509

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/22

9:25 am-6:10 am

3 stops36h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/29

2:50 pm-6:10 pm

3 stops35h 20m

$1,513

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/30

11:10 am-9:05 am

2 stops37h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/7

11:05 am-7:45 am

2 stops28h 40m

$1,514
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/10

12:40 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop44h 50m

$469

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Compare providers for flights from OR Tambo to Sydney

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from OR Tambo to Sydney in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Sydney flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Sydney flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Sydney flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Sydney flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Sydney flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney, you should look to book at least 76 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney (average of $991). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,243). 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 June 4, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?

The best insider tips for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flights

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John Walton

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Expert on SYD

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Paul Rubio

Expert on JNB

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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 June 4, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,042 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Apr 2026

AKL - ADL

Poor as usual. Flight was delayed for more than 4 hours. The Staff was rude. Food was terrible. Very unreliable, unprofessional and unpleasant.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,042 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,042 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Apr 2026

AKL - ADL

Poor as usual. Flight was delayed for more than 4 hours. The Staff was rude. Food was terrible. Very unreliable, unprofessional and unpleasant.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,042 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Apr 2026

AKL - ADL

Poor as usual. Flight was delayed for more than 4 hours. The Staff was rude. Food was terrible. Very unreliable, unprofessional and unpleasant.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,444 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,042 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Apr 2026

AKL - ADL

Poor as usual. Flight was delayed for more than 4 hours. The Staff was rude. Food was terrible. Very unreliable, unprofessional and unpleasant.

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?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sydney. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kingsford Smith from Johannesburg OR Tambo; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Sydney airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 4.6 mi journey from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Sydney’s city center.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in 12h 10m. Fly via Qantas Airways or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Sydney is about 6846 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $708 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Qantas Airways, starting at $915 and $985 round-trip. Etihad Airways is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney is $737. On average you can expect to pay $1,064. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for $1,027.

  • 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 vacation 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney (average of $991). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,243). 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 3 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Sydney

Discover the top 3 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$708Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$915Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$985Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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