What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Qatar Airways, Qantas Airways, and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to Sydney on average per week?

4 flights are operational weekly from Johannesburg to Sydney as of April 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 25% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Sydney flights?

According to our data, Qantas Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 32% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airlines fly to Sydney?

Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sydney from Johannesburg according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 67% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Sydney. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Sydney on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Sydney delayed?

Historically, on average around 32% of flights between Johannesburg and Sydney have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 172 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Sydney flights?

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

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is 6 as of April 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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09:50 - 06:10

JNB

SYD

36h 20m

1 stop

15:40 - 08:20

SYD

JNB

24h 40m

1 stop

$1,256Etihad Airways

Sun, 28 Jun - Sun, 12 Jul

09:50 - 16:50

JNB

SYD

23h 00m

1 stop

21:30 - 08:20

SYD

JNB

43h 50m

1 stop

$1,266Etihad Airways

Thu, 6 Aug - Thu, 29 Oct

20:55 - 06:10

JNB

SYD

25h 15m

1 stop

14:50 - 15:20

SYD

JNB

32h 30m

1 stop

$1,269Qatar Airways

Sat, 20 Jun - Sat, 27 Jun

09:50 - 06:10

JNB

SYD

36h 20m

1 stop

21:30 - 08:20

SYD

JNB

42h 50m

1 stop

$1,301Etihad Airways

Wed, 5 Aug - Thu, 13 Aug

19:50 - 17:30

JNB

SYD

37h 40m

1 stop

17:00 - 04:00

SYD

JNB

43h 00m

2 stops

$1,338Qatar Airways

Wed, 13 May - Wed, 20 May

12:40 - 17:30

JNB

SYD

44h 50m

1 stop

20:45 - 04:00

SYD

JNB

39h 15m

1 stop

$1,350Qatar Airways

Wed, 29 Apr - Wed, 6 May

19:50 - 17:30

JNB

SYD

37h 40m

1 stop

19:00 - 10:30

SYD

JNB

47h 30m

2 stops

$1,354Qatar Airways

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 18 May

19:50 - 17:30

JNB

SYD

37h 40m

1 stop

15:00 - 04:00

SYD

JNB

45h 00m

2 stops

$1,357Qatar Airways

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 18 May

12:40 - 17:30

JNB

SYD

44h 50m

1 stop

19:00 - 10:30

SYD

JNB

47h 30m

2 stops

$1,359Qatar Airways

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 18 May

19:50 - 17:30

JNB

SYD

37h 40m

1 stop

18:30 - 04:00

SYD

JNB

41h 30m

2 stops

$1,366Qatar Airways

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 18 May

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Etihad Airways flights from Johannesburg to Sydney

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Etihad Airways

28 June

JNB09:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 20m

1 stop

SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

12 July

SYD15:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 40m

1 stop

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,256

Etihad Airways

6 Aug

JNB09:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 00m

1 stop

SYD16:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

29 Oct

SYD21:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

43h 50m

1 stop

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,266

Etihad Airways

5 Aug

JNB09:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 20m

1 stop

SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

13 Aug

SYD21:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

42h 50m

1 stop

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,301

Qatar Airways flights from Johannesburg to Sydney

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Qatar Airways

20 June

JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 15m

1 stop

SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

27 June

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 30m

1 stop

JNB15:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,269

Qatar Airways

13 May

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 40m

1 stop

SYD17:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

20 May

SYD17:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

43h 00m

2 stops

JNB04:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,338

Qatar Airways

29 Apr

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

44h 50m

1 stop

SYD17:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

6 May

SYD20:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

39h 15m

1 stop

JNB04:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,350

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JNBSYD

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Sun 28/6

09:50-06:10

1 stop36h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/7

15:40-08:20

1 stop24h 40m

$1,256

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/8

09:50-16:50

1 stop23h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/10

21:30-08:20

1 stop43h 50m

$1,266

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JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

20:55-06:10

1 stop25h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 27/6

14:50-15:20

1 stop32h 30m

$1,269

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

09:50-06:10

1 stop36h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/8

21:30-08:20

1 stop42h 50m

$1,301

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

19:50-17:30

1 stop37h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 20/5

17:00-04:00

2 stops43h 00m

$1,338

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

12:40-17:30

1 stop44h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

20:45-04:00

1 stop39h 15m

$1,350

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

19:50-17:30

1 stop37h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

19:00-10:30

2 stops47h 30m

$1,354

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

19:50-17:30

1 stop37h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

15:00-04:00

2 stops45h 00m

$1,357

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

12:40-17:30

1 stop44h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

19:00-10:30

2 stops47h 30m

$1,359

JohannesburgSydney

JNB - SYD

JNBSYD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

19:50-17:30

1 stop37h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

18:30-04:00

2 stops41h 30m

$1,366

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg to Sydney

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and Sydney?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from Johannesburg, with most prices found around $1,379. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of February, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,410.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sydney?

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Sydney. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,521. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,612.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around $1,485 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from Johannesburg for as low as $1,359 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith 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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Fastest flight time	12h 10m
Direct flights	Tue, Thu, Fri and Sun
Airports in Sydney	1 airport

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Sydney takes 12h 10m

Direct flights go from Johannesburg to Sydney on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Sydney. From Johannesburg there are direct flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Johannesburg to Sydney

How far is Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?
There are 11032.4 km between Johannesburg and Sydney Kingsford Smith. Flights usually cover this in 12h 10m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is 6 as of April 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to Sydney

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $995	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,431 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,146	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,020 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,181	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,280 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,317	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,373	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 60 reviews	Search South African flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,598	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,561 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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