What is the cheapest airline that flies from Australia to Africa?

China Eastern, Turkish Airlines, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to Africa

How long is the flight from Australia to Africa?

The average flight duration from Australia to Africa depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Perth to Copenhagen is 21h 20m on average, while flying from Melbourne to Copenhagen is 21h 40m on average. Copenhagen is the most popular airport in Africa.

Which airlines fly to Africa?

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Africa from Australia according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Africa. Keep in mind that there are 26 different airlines that fly to Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Australia to Africa on average per day?

The number of flights available between Australia and Africa is 2 per day as of May 2026. The most frequent departure time is 09:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving at midday.

How many flights depart from Australia to Africa on average per week?

The number of flights available between Australia and Africa is 17 per week as of May 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Africa?

Prices for flights from Australia to Africa are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Africa?

As of May 2026, there are 18 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Africa?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Australia to Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Africa?

The required travel and health documents for your Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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11:00 - 08:45

MEL

CAI

28h 45m

1 stop

14:15 - 09:00

CAI

MEL

35h 45m

1 stop

$1,179China Eastern

Sun, 7 Jun - Mon, 22 Jun

11:00 - 08:45

MEL

CAI

28h 45m

1 stop

14:15 - 09:00

CAI

MEL

35h 45m

1 stop

$1,186China Eastern

Mon, 1 Jun - Thu, 18 Jun

12:00 - 19:20

SYD

JNB

40h 20m

1 stop

13:40 - 21:15

JNB

SYD

22h 35m

1 stop

$1,499Singapore Airlines

Fri, 9 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov

19:00 - 19:20

SYD

JNB

33h 20m

1 stop

13:40 - 17:55

JNB

SYD

43h 15m

1 stop

$1,558Singapore Airlines

Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov

22:55 - 10:30

PER

JNB

41h 35m

1 stop

20:55 - 18:35

JNB

PER

39h 40m

1 stop

$1,604Qatar Airways

Wed, 3 Jun - Thu, 18 Jun

22:55 - 10:30

PER

JNB

41h 35m

1 stop

12:40 - 18:35

JNB

PER

23h 55m

1 stop

$1,618Qatar Airways

Mon, 8 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun

15:40 - 08:20

SYD

JNB

24h 40m

1 stop

09:50 - 16:50

JNB

SYD

23h 00m

1 stop

$1,755Etihad Airways

Wed, 15 Jul - Wed, 19 Aug

15:40 - 08:20

SYD

JNB

24h 40m

1 stop

09:50 - 06:10

JNB

SYD

36h 20m

1 stop

$1,761Etihad Airways

Wed, 15 Jul - Wed, 19 Aug

10:05 - 20:05

MEL

JNB

18h 00m

1 stop

22:30 - 22:25

JNB

MEL

15h 55m

1 stop

$1,811Qantas Airways

Sun, 7 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun

13:05 - 20:05

MEL

JNB

39h 00m

1 stop

18:45 - 23:35

JNB

MEL

20h 50m

1 stop

$1,815Qantas Airways

Sat, 6 Jun - Mon, 29 Jun

Singapore Airlines flights from Australia to Africa

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Singapore Airlines

19 Oct

PER16:55Perth

32h 25m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

26 Oct

JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 55m

1 stop

PER12:35Perth

$1,597

Singapore Airlines

1 Nov

MEL10:35Melbourne

31h 50m

2 stops

CPT09:25Cape Town Intl

21 Nov

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

36h 35m

2 stops

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,598

Singapore Airlines

15 Oct

PER16:55Perth

32h 25m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

29 Oct

JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 15m

1 stop

PER23:55Perth

$1,627

Qantas Airways flights from Australia to Africa

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Qantas Airways

2 June

PER15:00Perth

11h 05m

JNB20:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

9 June

JNB22:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

9h 55m

PER14:25Perth

$1,695

Qantas Airways

7 June

PER15:00Perth

11h 05m

JNB20:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

21 June

JNB22:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

9h 55m

PER14:25Perth

$1,724

Qantas Airways

7 June

PER15:00Perth

11h 05m

JNB20:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

21 June

JNB22:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

9h 55m

PER14:25Perth

$1,762

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11:00-08:45

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Mon 22/6

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1 stop35h 45m

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Melbourne

Mon 1/6

11:00-08:45

1 stop28h 45m

Cairo

Thu 18/6

14:15-09:00

1 stop35h 45m

$1,186

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SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

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Fri 9/10

12:00-19:20

1 stop40h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

13:40-21:15

1 stop22h 35m

$1,499

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

19:00-19:20

1 stop33h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

13:40-17:55

1 stop43h 15m

$1,558

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Wed 3/6

22:55-10:30

1 stop41h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

20:55-18:35

1 stop39h 40m

$1,604

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Mon 8/6

22:55-10:30

1 stop41h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

12:40-18:35

1 stop23h 55m

$1,618

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/7

15:40-08:20

1 stop24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

09:50-16:50

1 stop23h 00m

$1,755

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SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/7

15:40-08:20

1 stop24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

09:50-06:10

1 stop36h 20m

$1,761

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MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

10:05-20:05

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

22:30-22:25

1 stop15h 55m

$1,811

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Sat 6/6

13:05-20:05

1 stop39h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

18:45-23:35

1 stop20h 50m

$1,815

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Africa?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Africa from Australia during February instead. Flights to Africa in February, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $1,744.

What is the cheapest Australia to Africa flight route?

Fly from Perth to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best Australia - Africa flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Africa from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Africa for around $1,724 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Africa from Australia for as low as $1,423 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Australia to Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 30% on your flight if you consider stops on a Australia to Africa flight.

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Best price found	$1,266
Fastest flight time	7h 55m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu and Sat
Airports in Africa	493 airports

The best one-way flight to Africa from Australia in the past 72 hours is $1,266. The best return flight deal from Australia to Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,813.

The fastest flight from Australia to Africa takes 7h 55m

Direct flights go from Australia to Africa on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. Airlines offering direct flights are: Qantas Airways and Air Mauritius..

There are 493 airports in Africa. From Australia there are direct flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Africa?
Prices for flights from Australia to Africa are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Africa?
As of May 2026, there are 18 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Africa?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Australia to Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Africa?
The required travel and health documents for your Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $611	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 451 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $757	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,322 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Gulf Air	PriceFrom $760	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 232 reviews	Search Gulf Air flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $827	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 559 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
AirAsia X	PriceFrom $988	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 47 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,016	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,957 reviews	Search Air India flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,031	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 33 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,038	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,357 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom $1,134	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 42 reviews	Search RwandAir flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $1,174	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 999 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Australia to Africa?

Finding the right flight to Africa from Australia is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Africa quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights from Australia to Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Africa from Australia with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from Australia to Africa?

momondo helps you find the best flight between Australia and Africa by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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