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

2 flights are operational daily from Australia to South Africa as of October 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 09:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off at midday.

How long is the flight from Australia to South Africa?

On average, it takes 11h 15m to fly from Australia to South Africa if you fly out of Perth (the most popular airport in Australia) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Sydney and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 14h 30m.

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

Etihad Airways and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways and South African are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Australia according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

15 flights are operational weekly from Australia to South Africa as of October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Australia to South Africa were last updated today.

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

As of October 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to South 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 South Africa.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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28 Jan

MEL07:00Melbourne

20h 35m

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10 Nov

PER00:25Perth

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Australia is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,698, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in May, then you should wait until February to fly from Australia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,735.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Australia. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $1,895. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Australia because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,089.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Australia to South Africa when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,757. Flying to South Africa in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to South Africa, so prices are often more expensive at around $2,002 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Australia to South Africa flight route?

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around $1,904 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Australia for as low as $1,761 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Australia to South Africa flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Australia to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best price found	$1,172
Fastest flight time	11h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in South Africa	1 airport

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Australia in the past 72 hours is $1,172. The best return flight deal from Australia to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,847.

The fastest flight from Australia to South Africa takes 11h 15m

Direct flights go from Australia to South Africa every day.

There is 1 airport near South Africa: Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Australia to South Africa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to South Africa?
As of October 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to South 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 South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Australia to South Africa?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Australia to South Africa is Airbus A340-300, representing 48.21% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A380-800 at 35.61%, Airbus A330-200 at 15.20%, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 0.70%.

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Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $774	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 421 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,063	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,388 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,264	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,283 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $1,300	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 877 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,351	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,042 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,396	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 46 reviews	Search South African flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,416	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 924 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,437	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,658 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,606	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,392 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Air Mauritius	PriceFrom $1,667	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Air Mauritius flights

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

Yes. All flights to South Africa from Australia on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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

Once you have performed a search for Australia to South Africa flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Australia to South Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to South Africa from Australia. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Australia to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

What is the cheapest Australia to South Africa flight route?

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

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

What cabin class options are available on Australia to South Africa flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Australia to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Australia to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a Australia to South Africa flight.

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

Etihad Airways and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

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

2 flights are operational daily from Australia to South Africa as of October 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 09:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off at midday.

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

15 flights are operational weekly from Australia to South Africa as of October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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Best airlines flying from Australia to South Africa

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Australia to South Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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