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$484+ 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
ago. 23 — ago. 301
sáb. 8/23
sáb. 8/30
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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 agosto 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$852
(Cathay Pacific)

One-way from

$484
(SmartFares)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,009

Good round-trip deal

$1,054 or less

Good one-way deal

$806 or less
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sydney Kingsford Smith
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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 agosto 18, 2025.

This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/811:05 amJNB - SYD
1 stop35h 10mCathay Pacific
jue. 11/2710:20 pmSYD - JNB
1 stop42h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/17$852
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/811:05 amJNB - SYD
1 stop35h 10mCathay Pacific
dom. 11/2311:40 amSYD - JNB
2 stops29h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/17$889
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/211:05 amJNB - SYD
1 stop24h 45mCathay Pacific
jue. 11/67:00 amSYD - JNB
2 stops33h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/17$890
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/2711:20 amJNB - SYD
1 stop34h 50mCathay Pacific
mié. 9/1010:10 amSYD - JNB
1 stop29h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/17$897
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/1511:20 amJNB - SYD
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
lun. 9/229:50 pmSYD - JNB
1 stop41h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/16$900
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
jue. 8/219:50 amJNB - SYD
1 stop23h 05mEtihad Airways
mar. 9/99:30 pmSYD - JNB
1 stop42h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/16$920
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
sáb. 12/69:50 amJNB - SYD
1 stop35h 45mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 2/219:30 pmSYD - JNB
2 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$941
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/211:05 amJNB - SYD
2 stops38h 50mCathay Pacific
lun. 11/177:20 amSYD - JNB
2 stops33h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/18$982
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/2211:20 amJNB - SYD
1 stop39h 30mCathay Pacific
mié. 10/223:05 pmSYD - JNB
1 stop25h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/16$1,020

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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.

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 11/11

11:05 am-9:35 am

1 stop37h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jue. 11/27

3:15 pm-7:40 am

1 stop25h 25m

$852

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 11/10

11:05 am-8:50 pm

1 stop24h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jue. 11/27

3:15 pm-7:40 am

1 stop25h 25m

$852

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 11/9

11:05 am-8:50 pm

1 stop24h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jue. 11/27

8:45 am-7:40 am

1 stop31h 55m

$852

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 11/8

11:05 am-7:15 am

1 stop35h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jue. 11/27

10:20 pm-7:40 am

1 stop42h 20m

$852

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 11/12

11:05 am-8:50 pm

1 stop24h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jue. 11/27

3:15 pm-7:40 am

1 stop25h 25m

$852

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 11/3

11:05 am-7:45 am

2 stops35h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 11/17

3:15 pm-7:40 am

1 stop25h 25m

$889

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 11/11

11:05 am-8:50 pm

1 stop24h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mar. 11/25

11:45 am-7:40 am

2 stops28h 55m

$889

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 11/9

11:05 am-9:35 am

1 stop37h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

vie. 11/21

11:45 am-7:40 am

2 stops28h 55m

$889

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 11/12

11:05 am-9:35 am

1 stop37h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

sáb. 11/22

6:30 am-7:40 am

2 stops34h 10m

$889

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 8/26

11:20 am-8:10 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$484

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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
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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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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 August 8, 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 49 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 $1,031). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,619). 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 agosto 18, 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 16% 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?

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

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 38% 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?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $914.

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

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 23h 20m.

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

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 51m.

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 agosto 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, South African, and Qantas 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,347 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,347 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,347 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
South African
7.6
Good
43 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,347 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
896 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,347 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,347 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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 37h 30m. 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 Singapore Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $751 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways, starting at $814 and $883 round-trip. Singapore Airlines 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 $674. On average you can expect to pay $1,914. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for $872.

  • 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 $1,031). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,619). 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 agosto 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$751Average$919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$814Average$1,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$883Average$1,066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
South AfricanCheapest$978Average$1,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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