$484+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Sydney (SYD)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SYD
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to SydneyExplore 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 September 17, 2026.
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 September 17, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/268:20 pm -
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Mon 11/27:00 pm -
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Deal found 9/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$961
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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1 stop35h 40m
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1 stop24h 30m
Deal found 9/17![Etihad Airways logo]()
$969
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/261:45 pm -
1 stop32h 05m
Fri 10/302:00 pm -
2 stops27h 40m
Deal found 9/15![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,021
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/291:45 pm -
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2 stops27h 40m
Deal found 9/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,023
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/259:50 am -
1 stop35h 40m
Mon 1/254:50 pm -
1 stop24h 30m
Deal found 9/17![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,032
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/259:50 am -
1 stop22h 55m
Tue 1/129:30 pm -
1 stop43h 50m
Deal found 9/17![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,046
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/99:50 am -
1 stop22h 55m
Thu 11/129:30 pm -
1 stop43h 50m
Deal found 9/13![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,049
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/101:45 pm -
2 stops33h 40m
Sat 11/1410:10 pm -
1 stop26h 25m
Deal found 9/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,055
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/152:05 pm -
2 stops34h 20m
Thu 10/223:50 pm -
1 stop45h 10m
Deal found 9/14![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,098
Best flights from OR Tambo to SydneyDiscover 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 September 17, 2026.
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 September 17, 2026.
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/109:25 am -
1 stop23h 55m
Thu 12/243:50 pm -
1 stop32h 45m
Deal found 9/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,133
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Wed 10/2812:20 am -
2 stops45h 50m
Thu 11/59:30 pm -
2 stops33h 55m
Deal found 9/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,138
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/255:55 pm -
Nonstop12h 00m
Mon 1/259:30 am -
Nonstop14h 30m
Deal found 9/15![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,351
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/251:45 pm -
2 stops32h 55m
Mon 1/253:50 pm -
1 stop25h 50m
Deal found 9/14![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,242
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/135:55 pm -
3 stops52h 10m
Tue 11/39:30 pm -
2 stops33h 55m
Deal found 9/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,308
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/158:20 pm -
2 stops27h 50m
Fri 6/253:50 pm -
1 stop31h 30m
Deal found 9/17![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,250
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 11/256:50 pm -
3 stops50h 40m
Mon 1/259:50 am -
2 stops58h 05m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,352
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/149:15 am -
1 stop24h 05m
Thu 12/319:10 pm -
1 stop39h 45m
Deal found 9/15![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,266
Last-minute flights from OR Tambo to SydneyDiscover last-minute flight deals from OR Tambo to Sydney. Data last updated September 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from OR Tambo to Sydney. Data last updated September 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/148:55 pm -
1 stop25h 15m
Wed 10/213:50 pm -
1 stop26h 20m
Deal found 9/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,101
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/152:05 pm -
2 stops34h 20m
Thu 10/223:50 pm -
1 stop45h 10m
Deal found 9/14![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,098
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/268:20 pm -
1 stop25h 30m
Mon 11/27:00 pm -
2 stops29h 35m
Deal found 9/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$961
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/261:45 pm -
1 stop32h 05m
Fri 10/302:00 pm -
2 stops27h 40m
Deal found 9/15![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,021
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/276:50 pm -
3 stops50h 40m
Tue 11/39:30 pm -
2 stops33h 55m
Deal found 9/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,133
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Wed 10/2812:20 am -
2 stops45h 50m
Thu 11/59:30 pm -
2 stops33h 55m
Deal found 9/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,138
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/291:45 pm -
1 stop32h 05m
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2 stops27h 40m
Deal found 9/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,023
One-way flights from OR Tambo to SydneySearch for one-way flight options from OR Tambo to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from OR Tambo to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/281:45 pm -
1 stop32h 05m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$484
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/271:45 pm -
1 stop32h 05m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/17![Qatar Airways logo]()
$544
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/49:50 am -
1 stop22h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/13![Etihad Airways logo]()
$583
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/268:20 pm -
1 stop25h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Qatar Airways logo]()
$619
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/288:20 pm -
3 stops30h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$640
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/51:45 pm -
1 stop32h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$642
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 10/2512:20 am -
2 stops45h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$648
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/286:50 pm -
2 stops61h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$659
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2711:00 am -
3 stops38h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$674
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Wed 2/36:50 pm -
2 stops61h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$679
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 September 17, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $940 (Gotogate) |
One-way from | $484 (Booking.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $1,113 |
Good round-trip deal | $1,195 or less |
Good one-way deal | $800 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 17, 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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JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 10/27
1:45 pm-6:50 am
1 stop32h 05m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-4:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$598
JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 10/26
1:45 pm-6:50 am
1 stop32h 05m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-4:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$619
Quickest round-trip
JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 10/26
5:55 pm-2:55 pm
Nonstop12h 00m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-4:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$738
JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 2/3
5:55 pm-2:55 pm
Nonstop12h 00m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-4:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$752
JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 3/12
8:20 pm-5:05 pm
3 stops35h 45m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-4:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$768
JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 12/10
9:25 am-6:20 pm
1 stop23h 55m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 12/24
3:50 pm-3:35 pm
1 stop32h 45m
$1,133
JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 10/28
12:20 am-7:10 am
2 stops45h 50m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 11/5
9:30 pm-10:25 pm
2 stops33h 55m
$1,138
JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 11/25
1:45 pm-7:40 am
2 stops32h 55m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 1/25
3:50 pm-8:40 am
1 stop25h 50m
$1,242
JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 2/15
8:20 pm-9:10 am
2 stops27h 50m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 6/25
3:50 pm-3:20 pm
1 stop31h 30m
$1,250
JohannesburgSydney
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
JNBSYD
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 12/14
9:15 am-6:20 pm
1 stop24h 05m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 12/31
9:10 pm-3:55 am
1 stop39h 45m
$1,266
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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 September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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.
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
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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 33 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney (average of $1,024). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,305). 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 September 17, 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 often are flights from Johannesburg to Sydney delayed?
About 34% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 170 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Sydney flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
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 34% of flights being delayed.
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.
Perth (PER) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% 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.
Perth (PER) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $1,020.
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 Perth (PER) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 16h 55m.
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 Perth (PER) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 45m.
The best insider tips for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney flights
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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 September 17, 2026.
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Crew
8.4
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Dec 2025
DXB - MAN
Crew
8.4
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Dec 2025
DXB - MAN
Crew
8.4
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Dec 2025
DXB - MAN
Crew
8.4
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Dec 2025
DXB - MAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$912 | Average$1,114 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$957 | Average$1,171 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$1,236 | Average$1,341 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |