How often are flights from Australia to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 27% of flights between Australia and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 221 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Australia to South Africa flights?

According to our data, South African have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the most punctual flight time for Australia to South Africa flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Etihad Airways, Singapore Airlines, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Australia 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 January 2026. 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?

19 flights are operational weekly from Australia to South Africa as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 21% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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 10 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 January 2026, there are 10 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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13:45 - 18:35

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JNB

34h 50m1 stop

19:50 - 23:55

JNB

PER

22h 05m1 stop

$1,161Singapore Airlines

Sun, 31 May - Tue, 9 Jun

01:10 - 18:35

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JNB

23h 25m1 stop

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27h 20m1 stop

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01:15 - 18:35

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JNB

23h 20m1 stop

19:55 - 05:25

JNB

PER

27h 30m1 stop

$1,194Singapore Airlines

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23:50 - 05:05

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JNB

11h 15mdirect

20:35 - 12:10

JNB

PER

9h 35mdirect

$1,348South African

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23:50 - 09:25

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CPT

15h 35m1 stop

15:55 - 12:10

CPT

PER

14h 15m1 stop

$1,458South African

Tue, 3 Feb - Tue, 10 Feb

16:35 - 08:20

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JNB

24h 45m1 stop

09:50 - 06:35

JNB

SYD

35h 45m1 stop

$1,464Etihad Airways

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18:20 - 08:20

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JNB

23h 00m1 stop

09:50 - 17:00

JNB

MEL

22h 10m1 stop

$1,497Etihad Airways

Sun, 1 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb

06:00 - 16:25

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JNB

18h 25m1 stop

18:45 - 22:50

JNB

AVV

20h 05m1 stop

$1,914Qantas Airways

Wed, 13 May - Wed, 3 Jun

06:00 - 15:00

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JNB

18h 00m1 stop

17:30 - 23:15

JNB

AVV

20h 45m1 stop

$1,958Qantas Airways

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20:55 - 10:55

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DUR

70h 00m3 stops

07:00 - 22:55

DUR

BNE

31h 55m2 stops

$2,225Qatar Airways

Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb

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31 May

PER13:45Perth

34h 50m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

9 June

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 05m

1 stop

PER23:55Perth

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14 Apr

PER01:10Perth

23h 25m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

6 May

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 20m

1 stop

PER05:10Perth

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16 Feb

PER01:15Perth

23h 20m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

24 Feb

JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 30m

1 stop

PER05:25Perth

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16 Feb

SYD21:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

43h 35m

1 stop

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

22 Feb

JNB09:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 05m

1 stop

SYD17:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

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30 Jan

SYD21:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

43h 35m

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JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

8 Feb

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23h 05m

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1 Feb

MEL18:20Melbourne

23h 00m

1 stop

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22h 10m

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Perth

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01:10-18:35

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19:50-05:10

1 stop27h 20m

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Perth

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01:15-18:35

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19:55-05:25

1 stop27h 30m

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PERJNB

Perth

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23:50-05:05

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Perth

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23:50-09:25

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15:55-12:10

1 stop14h 15m

$1,458

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SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

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16:35-08:20

1 stop24h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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09:50-06:35

1 stop35h 45m

$1,464

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Melbourne

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18:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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09:50-17:00

1 stop22h 10m

$1,497

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AVV - JNB

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Melbourne Avalon

Wed 13/5

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

$1,914

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AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 2/2

06:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

17:30-23:15

1 stop20h 45m

$1,958

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BNE - DUR

BNEDUR

Brisbane

Wed 4/2

20:55-10:55

3 stops70h 00m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 11/2

07:00-22:55

2 stops31h 55m

$2,225

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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 February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,632, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in February, then you should wait until March to fly from Australia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,666.

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 $1,860. 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 $2,106.

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 $1,864 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 $1,665 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	$1,288
Fastest flight time	11h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Australia in the past 72 hours is $1,288. The best return flight deal from Australia to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,493.

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

Direct flights go from Australia to South Africa every day.

There are 65 airports in South 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 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 January 2026, there are 10 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 A380-800, representing 36.98% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A340-300 at 36.03%, Airbus A330-200 at 25.33%, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 1.19%.

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Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $745	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 431 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,034	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,427 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,230	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,356 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $1,272	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 934 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,330	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,121 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,335	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 50 reviews	Search South African flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,355	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 967 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,425	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,697 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,547	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,460 reviews	Search Emirates flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom $1,760	Free cancellation	Rating 7.7 37 reviews	Search RwandAir 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.

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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, Singapore Airlines, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

How often are flights from Australia to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 27% of flights between Australia and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 221 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Australia to South Africa flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Australia to South Africa flights?

According to our data, South African have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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 January 2026. 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?

19 flights are operational weekly from Australia to South Africa as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 21% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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