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

Tuesday 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 often are flights from Johannesburg to Sydney delayed?

About 38% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 203 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 56% 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 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 38% 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 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 24h 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 airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $487 on Cathay Pacific. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from $490 and Etihad Airways from $497 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 2.0 - 5.1 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

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 $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 $1,868.

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 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.

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.

$487+ Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney

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 $964 and $1,383 in March. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $871 on Cathay Pacific (Mar 2-Mar 9).

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Most accurate provider	Gotogate 3 stars
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Round-trip from	$871 (FlightHub)
One-way from	$487 (Booking.com)
Popular in	January
Cheapest in	September
Average price	$1,030
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 21, 2025.

Thu 11/201:45 pmJNB - SYD

1 stop32h 05mQatar Airways

Thu 11/273:50 pmSYD - JNB

1 stop32h 25mQatar Airways

Deal found 11/19

$921

Thu 11/2011:00 amJNB - SYD

1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific

Thu 11/276:30 amSYD - JNB

2 stops33h 55mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/19

$937

Mon 12/811:20 amJNB - SYD

1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific

Sun 12/148:45 amSYD - JNB

1 stop31h 40mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/19

$1,047

Fri 11/289:50 amJNB - SYD

1 stop35h 45mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/129:30 pmSYD - JNB

2 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/20

$1,208

Fri 11/284:50 pmJNB - SYD

2 stops41h 00mRwandAir

Mon 1/129:40 pmSYD - JNB

2 stops49h 40mRwandAir

Deal found 11/20

$1,311

Mon 12/810:10 amJNB - SYD

2 stops44h 20mAir China

Sat 12/138:40 pmSYD - JNB

2 stops44h 00mAir China

Deal found 11/19

$1,330

Sat 11/225:30 pmJNB - SYD

Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways

Sat 11/299:30 amSYD - JNB

Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 11/19

$1,354

Wed 12/247:05 pmJNB - SYD

3 stops50h 45mMultiple Airlines

Mon 2/99:45 pmSYD - JNB

2 stops46h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/20

$1,355

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 November 21, 2025.

Fri 5/811:20 amJNB - SYD

1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines

Fri 5/2911:05 amSYD - JNB

2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/19

$914

Mon 3/211:00 amJNB - SYD

1 stop37h 35mCathay Pacific

Sat 3/77:00 amSYD - JNB

2 stops33h 25mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/20

$923

Sat 2/285:30 pmJNB - SYD

Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways

Sat 3/79:30 amSYD - JNB

Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 11/20

$1,082

Sat 2/2811:00 amJNB - SYD

1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific

Sun 3/811:45 amSYD - JNB

2 stops28h 40mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/20

$958

Thu 5/76:45 pmJNB - SYD

Nonstop12h 10mQantas Airways

Thu 5/284:05 pmSYD - JNB

1 stop36h 00mQantas Airways

Deal found 11/21

$1,083

Fri 4/1711:20 amJNB - SYD

2 stops36h 10mCathay Pacific

Sat 5/26:30 amSYD - JNB

2 stops33h 10mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/19

$994

Thu 2/55:30 pmJNB - SYD

Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways

Mon 2/96:30 pmSYD - JNB

1 stop33h 20mQantas Airways

Deal found 11/21

$1,083

Mon 12/811:20 amJNB - SYD

1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific

Sun 12/148:45 amSYD - JNB

1 stop31h 40mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/19

$1,047

Mon 5/186:45 pmJNB - SYD

Nonstop12h 10mQantas Airways

Fri 5/226:00 amSYD - JNB

1 stop22h 05mQantas Airways

Deal found 11/18

$1,111

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Thu 11/201:45 pmJNB - SYD

1 stop32h 05mQatar Airways

Thu 11/273:50 pmSYD - JNB

1 stop32h 25mQatar Airways

Deal found 11/19

$921

Thu 11/2011:00 amJNB - SYD

1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific

Thu 11/276:30 amSYD - JNB

2 stops33h 55mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/19

$937

Sat 11/225:30 pmJNB - SYD

Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways

Sat 11/299:30 amSYD - JNB

Nonstop14h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 11/19

$1,354

Fri 11/289:50 amJNB - SYD

1 stop35h 45mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/129:30 pmSYD - JNB

2 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/20

$1,208

Fri 11/284:50 pmJNB - SYD

2 stops41h 00mRwandAir

Mon 1/129:40 pmSYD - JNB

2 stops49h 40mRwandAir

Deal found 11/20

$1,311

Mon 12/811:20 amJNB - SYD

1 stop39h 40mCathay Pacific

Sun 12/148:45 amSYD - JNB

1 stop31h 40mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/19

$1,047

Mon 12/810:10 amJNB - SYD

2 stops44h 20mAir China

Sat 12/138:40 pmSYD - JNB

2 stops44h 00mAir China

Deal found 11/19

$1,330

Wed 12/247:05 pmJNB - SYD

3 stops50h 45mMultiple Airlines

Mon 2/99:45 pmSYD - JNB

2 stops46h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/20

$1,355

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 November 21, 2025.

Sun 3/2211:00 amJNB - SYD

1 stop37h 35mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/18

$487

Tue 12/29:25 amJNB - SYD

1 stop24h 25mQatar Airways

Deal found 11/19

$490

Mon 12/11:45 pmJNB - SYD

1 stop44h 05mQatar Airways

Deal found 11/19

$493

Wed 12/39:50 amJNB - SYD

1 stop23h 05mEtihad Airways

Deal found 11/19

$497

Sun 3/2911:20 amJNB - SYD

2 stops38h 05mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/20

$523

Sat 3/2811:00 amJNB - SYD

2 stops38h 25mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/20

$534

Wed 12/311:00 amJNB - SYD

2 stops36h 00mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/19

$541

Fri 3/2711:00 amJNB - SYD

2 stops35h 30mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/20

$561

Tue 12/29:50 amJNB - SYD

3 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/19

$566

Wed 12/39:50 amJNB - SYD

3 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/19

$567

Sun 3/221:25 pmJNB - SYD

3 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/18

$581

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/8

11:20 am-8:10 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/29

11:05 am-7:40 am

2 stops28h 35m

$914

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/2

11:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop37h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 3/7

7:00 am-7:25 am

2 stops33h 25m

$923

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/28

11:00 am-8:50 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/8

11:45 am-7:25 am

2 stops28h 40m

$958

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/17

11:20 am-7:30 am

2 stops36h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/2

6:30 am-7:40 am

2 stops33h 10m

$994

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/8

11:20 am-12:00 pm

1 stop39h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/14

8:45 am-7:25 am

1 stop31h 40m

$1,047

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/28

5:30 pm-2:30 pm

Nonstop12h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 3/7

9:30 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop14h 30m

$1,082

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/7

6:45 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/28

4:05 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop36h 00m

$1,083

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/5

5:30 pm-2:30 pm

Nonstop12h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/9

6:30 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$1,083

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/18

6:45 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop12h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/22

6:00 am-8:05 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$1,111

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/22

11:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop37h 35m

$487

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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 November.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
Gotogate	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Trip.com	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
SmartFares	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.com	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOair	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 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.

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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 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?

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

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

942 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

942 reviews

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

942 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

46 reviews

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

942 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

3,664 reviews

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

942 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

7.4

Good

1,309 reviews

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

942 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 24h 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 airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $487 on Cathay Pacific. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from $490 and Etihad Airways from $497 one-way.
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 $1,868.
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

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Etihad Airways	Cheapest$725	Average$1,069	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$838	Average$1,078	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$883	Average$1,137	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%
South African	Cheapest$978	Average$1,152	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%

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$487+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Sydney (SYD)

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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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