How long does it take to fly to Adelaide?

Flight times from South Africa to Adelaide vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg and flying into Adelaide (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 16h 25m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Adelaide is flying from Cape Town to Adelaide, which will take roughly 31h 30m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Qatar Airways, South African, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Adelaide

Which airlines fly to Adelaide?

Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Adelaide from South Africa according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Adelaide. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Adelaide on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to Adelaide Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of January 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Adelaide Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Adelaide Airport?

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 South Africa to Adelaide Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Adelaide Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Adelaide Airport 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 Adelaide Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$837 Cheap Flights from South Africa to Adelaide in 2026

1 adult

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from South Africa to Adelaide

Round-trip

One-way

Recent return flight deals from South Africa to Adelaide

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

13:15 - 16:50

CPT

ADL

43h 05m1 stop

21:40 - 17:20

ADL

CPT

27h 10m1 stop

$1,534Qatar Airways

Thu, 2 Apr - Sun, 12 Apr

19:30 - 16:50

CPT

ADL

36h 50m1 stop

21:40 - 11:30

ADL

CPT

45h 20m1 stop

$1,542Qatar Airways

Wed, 1 Apr - Sat, 2 May

20:35 - 22:25

JNB

ADL

17h 20m1 stop

18:20 - 05:05

ADL

JNB

19h 15m1 stop

$1,561South African

Thu, 26 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar

13:15 - 16:50

CPT

ADL

43h 05m1 stop

08:40 - 11:30

ADL

CPT

34h 20m2 stops

$1,572Qatar Airways

Wed, 1 Apr - Sat, 2 May

21:55 - 21:30

JNB

ADL

15h 05m1 stop

11:40 - 18:50

ADL

JNB

15h 40m1 stop

$1,726Qantas Airways

Fri, 27 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar

21:55 - 21:30

JNB

ADL

15h 05m1 stop

11:40 - 18:50

ADL

JNB

15h 40m1 stop

$1,729Qantas Airways

Fri, 27 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar

10:40 - 17:20

CPT

ADL

22h 10m2 stops

17:35 - 09:25

ADL

CPT

47h 20m2 stops

$1,775Singapore Airlines

Wed, 1 Apr - Sat, 2 May

10:25 - 20:50

JNB

ADL

25h 55m1 stop

22:40 - 16:35

ADL

JNB

26h 25m1 stop

$1,791Emirates

Sun, 15 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

18:30 - 20:50

CPT

ADL

41h 50m1 stop

22:40 - 11:40

ADL

CPT

45h 30m1 stop

$1,929Emirates

Sun, 22 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar

10:40 - 17:20

CPT

ADL

22h 10m2 stops

09:10 - 09:25

ADL

CPT

55h 45m2 stops

$1,933Singapore Airlines

Thu, 2 Apr - Sun, 12 Apr

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Adelaide

Our best Qatar Airways deals on South Africa to Adelaide flight tickets

Qatar Airways

2 Apr

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

43h 05m

1 stop

ADL16:50Adelaide

12 Apr

ADL21:40Adelaide

27h 10m

1 stop

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

$1,534

Qatar Airways

1 Apr

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

36h 50m

1 stop

ADL16:50Adelaide

2 May

ADL21:40Adelaide

45h 20m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

$1,542

Qatar Airways

1 Apr

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

43h 05m

1 stop

ADL16:50Adelaide

2 May

ADL08:40Adelaide

34h 20m

2 stops

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

$1,572

Cathay Pacific flights from South Africa to Adelaide

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on South Africa to Adelaide flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

15 Mar

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

59h 35m

2 stops

ADL07:05Adelaide

19 Mar

ADL07:50Adelaide

32h 05m

2 stops

JNB07:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,606

Cathay Pacific

15 Mar

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

46h 15m

2 stops

ADL17:45Adelaide

19 Mar

ADL07:50Adelaide

32h 05m

2 stops

JNB07:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,607

Cathay Pacific

15 Mar

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

46h 15m

2 stops

ADL17:45Adelaide

19 Mar

ADL10:10Adelaide

29h 45m

2 stops

JNB07:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,610

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownAdelaide

CPT - ADL

CPTADL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/4

13:15-16:50

1 stop43h 05m

Adelaide

Sun 12/4

21:40-17:20

1 stop27h 10m

$1,534

Cape TownAdelaide

CPT - ADL

CPTADL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/4

19:30-16:50

1 stop36h 50m

Adelaide

Sat 2/5

21:40-11:30

1 stop45h 20m

$1,542

JohannesburgAdelaide

JNB - ADL

JNBADL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

20:35-22:25

1 stop17h 20m

Adelaide

Sun 1/3

18:20-05:05

1 stop19h 15m

$1,561

Cape TownAdelaide

CPT - ADL

CPTADL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/4

13:15-16:50

1 stop43h 05m

Adelaide

Sat 2/5

08:40-11:30

2 stops34h 20m

$1,572

JohannesburgAdelaide

JNB - ADL

JNBADL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/2

21:55-21:30

1 stop15h 05m

Adelaide

Sun 1/3

11:40-18:50

1 stop15h 40m

$1,726

JohannesburgAdelaide

JNB - ADL

JNBADL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/2

21:55-21:30

1 stop15h 05m

Adelaide

Sun 1/3

11:40-18:50

1 stop15h 40m

$1,729

Cape TownAdelaide

CPT - ADL

CPTADL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/4

10:40-17:20

2 stops22h 10m

Adelaide

Sat 2/5

17:35-09:25

2 stops47h 20m

$1,775

JohannesburgAdelaide

JNB - ADL

JNBADL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

10:25-20:50

1 stop25h 55m

Adelaide

Thu 19/3

22:40-16:35

1 stop26h 25m

$1,791

Cape TownAdelaide

CPT - ADL

CPTADL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/2

18:30-20:50

1 stop41h 50m

Adelaide

Sun 1/3

22:40-11:40

1 stop45h 30m

$1,929

Cape TownAdelaide

CPT - ADL

CPTADL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/4

10:40-17:20

2 stops22h 10m

Adelaide

Sun 12/4

09:10-09:25

2 stops55h 45m

$1,933

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

Other information

What is the cheapest month to fly to Adelaide?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Adelaide from South Africa, with most prices found around $1,332. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Adelaide from South Africa during February instead. Flights to Adelaide in February, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around $1,368.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Adelaide from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Adelaide for around $1,565 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Adelaide from South Africa for as low as $1,419 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Adelaide flight.

Cheap South Africa to Adelaide flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from South Africa to Adelaide

Fastest flight time	16h 25m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from South Africa to Adelaide takes 16h 25m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to Adelaide. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Adelaide.

Search flight deals

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Adelaide Airport?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Adelaide Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Adelaide Airport?
As of January 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Adelaide Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Adelaide Airport?
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 South Africa to Adelaide Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Adelaide Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Adelaide Airport 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 Adelaide Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Adelaide

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from South Africa to Adelaide with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,074	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,430 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,264	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,702 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,433	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 968 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,622	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,464 reviews	Search Emirates flights

Glenelg

Why use momondo?

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

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Adelaide from South Africa.

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

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

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

Once all potential South Africa to Adelaide flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

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

Yes. momondo can track prices for South Africa to Adelaide flights and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.