What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Sydney flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Sydney flights?

Over the last year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 39% of flights being delayed.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 58m.

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Sydney delayed?

About 39% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 198 minutes.

What’s the fastest layover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?

Flights via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 22h 33m.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?

Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 58% of 1-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?

Singapore (SIN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $894.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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 34h 50m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, or Cathay Pacific 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 $725 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways, starting at $918 and $956 round-trip. Etihad Airways is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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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 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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

The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney is $845. On average you can expect to pay $1,087. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for $925.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney are Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Sydney flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Sydney flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >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 CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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.

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 4 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.

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.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flights typically cost between $1,091 and $1,503 in May. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $915 on Qatar Airways (May 12-May 31).

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Most accurate provider	CheapOair 3 stars
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Round-trip from	$903 (Gotogate)
One-way from	$596 (Cathay Pacific)
Popular in	January
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$1,266
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Good one-way deal	$1,102 or less

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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 January 6, 2026.

Sun 12/209:50 amJNB - SYD

1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways

Sun 12/274:35 pmSYD - JNB

1 stop24h 45mEtihad Airways

Deal found 1/5

$911

Tue 5/128:40 pmJNB - SYD

1 stop36h 30mQatar Airways

Sun 5/318:45 pmSYD - JNB

1 stop28h 30mQatar Airways

Deal found 1/6

$915

Tue 5/1211:55 amJNB - SYD

1 stop45h 15mQatar Airways

Sun 5/248:45 pmSYD - JNB

1 stop28h 30mQatar Airways

Deal found 1/6

$927

Thu 5/711:20 amJNB - SYD

1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific

Thu 5/287:40 amSYD - JNB

1 stop32h 00mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/6

$970

Tue 6/237:50 pmJNB - SYD

1 stop30h 35mSingapore Airlines

Thu 7/306:00 pmSYD - JNB

1 stop32h 35mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 1/6

$983

Tue 3/1711:00 amJNB - SYD

1 stop40h 00mCathay Pacific

Mon 3/238:45 amSYD - JNB

1 stop31h 40mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/6

$990

Thu 5/2111:20 amJNB - SYD

1 stop37h 20mCathay Pacific

Mon 5/257:40 amSYD - JNB

1 stop32h 00mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/5

$997

Thu 5/711:20 amJNB - SYD

1 stop39h 30mMultiple Airlines

Thu 5/287:25 amSYD - JNB

2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/6

$1,000

Wed 5/611:20 amJNB - SYD

2 stops37h 30mCathay Pacific

Mon 5/257:40 amSYD - JNB

1 stop32h 00mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/5

$1,007

Fri 4/1711:20 amJNB - SYD

1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific

Sat 5/27:40 amSYD - JNB

1 stop32h 00mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/5

$1,027

Best flights from OR Tambo to Sydney
Discover carefully curated flight deals from OR Tambo to Sydney that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated January 6, 2026.

Tue 5/1211:55 amJNB - SYD

1 stop45h 15mQatar Airways

Sun 5/248:45 pmSYD - JNB

1 stop28h 30mQatar Airways

Deal found 1/6

$927

Thu 5/711:20 amJNB - SYD

1 stop34h 50mCathay Pacific

Thu 5/2810:10 amSYD - JNB

1 stop29h 30mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/5

$970

Fri 4/1711:20 amJNB - SYD

1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines

Sat 5/211:05 amSYD - JNB

2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/6

$1,060

Thu 2/55:30 pmJNB - SYD

Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways

Thu 2/129:30 amSYD - JNB

Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 1/6

$1,074

Fri 4/1711:20 amJNB - SYD

1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific

Sat 5/27:40 amSYD - JNB

1 stop32h 00mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/5

$1,027

Wed 5/66:45 pmJNB - SYD

Nonstop12h 10mQantas Airways

Mon 5/259:35 amSYD - JNB

Nonstop14h 50mQantas Airways

Deal found 1/4

$1,077

Thu 5/76:45 pmJNB - SYD

Nonstop12h 10mQantas Airways

Thu 5/289:35 amSYD - JNB

Nonstop14h 50mQantas Airways

Deal found 1/6

$1,078

Thu 1/2211:00 amJNB - SYD

2 stops44h 30mCathay Pacific

Sat 5/167:40 amSYD - JNB

1 stop32h 00mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/6

$1,080

Thu 1/2211:00 amJNB - SYD

2 stops44h 30mCathay Pacific

Sun 5/177:40 amSYD - JNB

1 stop32h 00mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/6

$1,080

Mon 2/25:30 pmJNB - SYD

Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways

Mon 2/99:30 amSYD - JNB

Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 1/5

$1,084

Last-minute flights from OR Tambo to Sydney
Discover last-minute flight deals from OR Tambo to Sydney. Data last updated January 6, 2026 and is based on user searches.

Mon 1/197:05 pmJNB - SYD

3 stops50h 10mMultiple Airlines

Tue 2/39:45 pmSYD - JNB

2 stops46h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/5

$1,187

Thu 1/2211:00 amJNB - SYD

2 stops44h 30mCathay Pacific

Tue 5/1210:10 amSYD - JNB

1 stop29h 30mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/6

$1,080

Thu 1/2211:00 amJNB - SYD

2 stops48h 55mCathay Pacific

Mon 5/116:25 amSYD - JNB

2 stops33h 15mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/6

$1,123

Fri 1/305:30 pmJNB - SYD

Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways

Thu 2/129:30 amSYD - JNB

Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 1/5

$1,074

Mon 2/25:30 pmJNB - SYD

Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways

Mon 2/99:30 amSYD - JNB

Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 1/5

$1,084

Thu 2/51:45 pmJNB - SYD

2 stops34h 40mQatar Airways

Thu 2/123:50 pmSYD - JNB

1 stop32h 35mQatar Airways

Deal found 1/6

$1,121

Thu 2/55:30 pmJNB - SYD

Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways

Thu 2/1210:00 pmSYD - JNB

2 stops29h 50mQantas Airways

Deal found 1/6

$1,136

Mon 2/97:05 pmJNB - SYD

3 stops50h 10mMultiple Airlines

Mon 2/169:45 pmSYD - JNB

2 stops46h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/6

$1,150

One-way flights from OR Tambo to Sydney
Search for one-way flight options from OR Tambo to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated January 6, 2026.

Mon 4/611:20 amJNB - SYD

2 stops60h 55mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/6

$596

Sun 2/1511:00 amJNB - SYD

2 stops44h 30mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/6

$604

Sun 2/229:50 amJNB - SYD

3 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/6

$625

Thu 1/2211:00 amJNB - SYD

2 stops44h 30mCathay Pacific

Deal found 1/5

$647

Thu 2/125:30 pmJNB - SYD

Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways

Deal found 1/6

$674

Tue 2/107:10 pmJNB - SYD

2 stops61h 45mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 1/6

$676

Mon 2/95:30 pmJNB - SYD

Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways

Deal found 1/6

$681

Thu 4/98:55 pmJNB - SYD

3 stops29h 10mQatar Airways

Deal found 1/6

$709

Tue 2/109:55 pmJNB - SYD

1 stop33h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 1/6

$731

Wed 2/1112:45 pmJNB - SYD

2 stops33h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 1/6

$758

Thu 2/121:45 pmJNB - SYD

2 stops31h 25mQatar Airways

Deal found 1/6

$760

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JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/12

11:55 am-5:10 pm

1 stop45h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/24

8:45 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$927

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/7

11:20 am-6:10 am

1 stop34h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/28

10:10 am-7:40 am

1 stop29h 30m

$970

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/17

11:20 am-8:10 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/2

7:40 am-7:40 am

1 stop32h 00m

$1,027

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/17

11:20 am-8:10 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/2

11:05 am-7:40 am

2 stops28h 35m

$1,060

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/5

5:30 pm-2:30 pm

Nonstop12h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/12

9:30 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop14h 30m

$1,074

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/6

6:45 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/25

9:35 am-4:25 pm

Nonstop14h 50m

$1,077

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/7

6:45 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/28

9:35 am-4:25 pm

Nonstop14h 50m

$1,078

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/22

11:00 am-4:30 pm

2 stops44h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/16

7:40 am-7:40 am

1 stop32h 00m

$1,080

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/22

11:00 am-4:30 pm

2 stops44h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/17

7:40 am-7:40 am

1 stop32h 00m

$1,080

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

5:30 pm-2:30 pm

Nonstop12h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/9

9:30 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop14h 30m

$1,084

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Compare providers for flights from OR Tambo to Sydney

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 January.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
Trip.com	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
SmartFares	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*1 star
CheapOair	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Gotogate	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust 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 CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Sydney flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >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 CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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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Delays

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 59 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney (average of $724). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $905). 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?

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

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney trip

Airports

JNB

Arrive at JNB 3 hours early due to long security lines, especially for international flights.

SYD

Use the train from SYD to central Sydney for a quick 15-25 minute ride after customs.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, South African, and Qatar 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

967 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

967 reviews

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

967 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

South African

7.5

Good

50 reviews

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

967 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Qatar Airways

7.4

Good

3,701 reviews

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

967 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Etihad Airways

7.3

Good

1,360 reviews

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

967 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Related info for your journey

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 4 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 34h 50m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, or Cathay Pacific 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 $725 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways, starting at $918 and $956 round-trip. Etihad Airways is priced at 30% 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 $845. On average you can expect to pay $1,087. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for $925.
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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney (average of $724). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $905). 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 4 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Sydney

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Etihad Airways	Cheapest$725	Average$1,249	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$918	Average$1,068	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$956	Average$1,177	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%
South African	Cheapest$994	Average$1,152	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%

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$596+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Sydney (SYD)

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