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$486+ 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 11/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
Dec 13 — Dec 201
Sat 12/13
Sat 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in September or May, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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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 November 13, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$862
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$486
(Booking.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,031

Good round-trip deal

$1,163 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,115 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 November 13, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1911:00 amJNB - SYD
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 11/2310:20 pmSYD - JNB
1 stop42h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/12$894
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 11/1811:00 amJNB - SYD
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/2510:20 pmSYD - JNB
1 stop42h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/11$935
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/187:10 pmJNB - SYD
3 stops50h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/259:30 pmSYD - JNB
2 stops46h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,128
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/177:05 pmJNB - SYD
3 stops50h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/19:30 pmSYD - JNB
2 stops46h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$1,146
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/199:50 amJNB - SYD
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/231:35 pmSYD - JNB
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,150
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Sun 11/309:25 amJNB - SYD
1 stop24h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 12/83:50 pmSYD - JNB
1 stop25h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/12$1,190
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/299:50 amJNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mEtihad Airways
Sat 12/69:30 pmSYD - JNB
1 stop43h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/11$1,282
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/177:05 pmJNB - SYD
3 stops50h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/243:55 pmSYD - JNB
2 stops51h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,297

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/31

11:20 am-7:10 am

1 stop34h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/25

2:05 pm-7:40 am

1 stop25h 35m

$887

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/31

11:20 am-9:40 am

1 stop37h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/30

9:50 pm-7:40 am

1 stop41h 50m

$887

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/30

11:20 am-11:50 am

1 stop39h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/26

9:50 pm-7:40 am

1 stop41h 50m

$887

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/29

11:20 am-8:45 pm

1 stop24h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/24

9:50 pm-7:40 am

1 stop41h 50m

$887

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/31

11:20 am-9:40 am

1 stop37h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/29

10:10 am-7:40 am

1 stop29h 30m

$887

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/29

9:45 pm-7:10 am

2 stops48h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/25

9:30 pm-8:20 am

1 stop42h 50m

$913

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/29

11:20 am-7:30 am

2 stops35h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/26

9:50 pm-7:40 am

1 stop41h 50m

$927

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/3

9:50 am-6:00 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/25

9:30 pm-8:20 am

1 stop42h 50m

$933

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

9:50 am-7:10 am

1 stop36h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/30

9:30 pm-8:20 am

1 stop42h 50m

$939

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/31

11:20 am-7:10 am

1 stop34h 50m

$490

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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 November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 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 Gotogate to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Gotogate Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Sydney flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Gotogate >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 Gotogate the most. Gotogate 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.

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Sydney

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sydney from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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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 round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Sydney. Price data was last updated on November 7, 2025.

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 62 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney (average of $739). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $919). 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 November 13, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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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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.

Read more about JNBby Paul Rubio
SYD

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

Read more about SYDby John Walton
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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 November 13, 2025.
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
933 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

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
933 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
933 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

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
46 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
933 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

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
3,661 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
933 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

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
7.4
Good
1,291 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
933 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

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

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 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 Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Sydney is about 6846 mi.

  • 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 $838 and $883 round-trip. Etihad Airways is priced at 31% 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 $659. On average you can expect to pay $1,280. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for $1,829.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney (average of $739). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $919). 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

Discover the top 4 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 November 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$725Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$838Average$1,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$883Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
South AfricanCheapest$978Average$1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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