Cheap flights from Sydney to Africa from $737

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China Eastern Logo
20:30 - 07:45
SYD
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CAI
43h 15m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
14:15 - 08:00
CAI
-
SYD
34h 45m
3 stops
$1,138China Eastern
Wed, 22 Apr - Thu, 14 May
Etihad Airways Logo
15:40 - 17:25
SYD
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CAI
33h 45m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
14:15 - 16:50
CAI
-
SYD
19h 35m
1 stop
$1,169Etihad Airways
Sun, 19 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr
Etihad Airways Logo
15:40 - 07:20
SYD
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CMN
24h 40m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
09:35 - 06:35
CMN
-
SYD
35h 00m
1 stop
$1,179Etihad Airways
Fri, 12 Jun - Sun, 22 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
15:40 - 12:00
SYD
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CAI
28h 20m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
19:30 - 16:50
CAI
-
SYD
38h 20m
1 stop
$1,181Etihad Airways
Sun, 19 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr
China Eastern Logo
20:30 - 07:45
SYD
-
CAI
43h 15m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
14:15 - 08:00
CAI
-
SYD
34h 45m
2 stops
$1,199China Eastern
Wed, 22 Apr - Thu, 14 May
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:00 - 18:35
SYD
-
JNB
39h 35m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:50 - 16:45
JNB
-
SYD
36h 55m
1 stop
$1,575Singapore Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
20:45 - 12:55
SYD
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CPT
48h 10m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 06:10
CPT
-
SYD
32h 55m
1 stop
$1,753Qatar Airways
Mon, 8 Jun - Mon, 22 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
20:45 - 12:55
SYD
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CPT
48h 10m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
19:30 - 17:30
CPT
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SYD
38h 00m
1 stop
$1,765Qatar Airways
Mon, 20 Apr - Mon, 4 May
Emirates Logo
20:10 - 12:55
SYD
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ALG
25h 45m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
15:45 - 06:25
ALG
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SYD
29h 40m
2 stops
$2,302Emirates
Wed, 20 May - Tue, 30 Jun
Emirates Logo
10:20 - 12:55
SYD
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ALG
35h 35m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
15:45 - 06:25
ALG
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SYD
29h 40m
2 stops
$2,310Emirates
Wed, 20 May - Tue, 30 Jun

Qatar Airways flights from Sydney to Africa

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Sydney to Africa flight tickets
Qatar Airways
20 Apr
SYD20:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
39h 15m
1 stop
JNB04:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
4 May
JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 40m
1 stop
SYD17:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,719
Qatar Airways
7 May
SYD20:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
39h 15m
1 stop
JNB04:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
14 May
JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
44h 50m
1 stop
SYD17:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,724
Qatar Airways
6 May
SYD20:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
45h 45m
1 stop
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
13 May
JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
44h 50m
1 stop
SYD17:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,752

Emirates flights from Sydney to Africa

Our best Emirates deals on Sydney to Africa flight tickets
Emirates
15 Apr
SYD14:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 30m
2 stops
JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
21 Apr
JNB10:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 20m
2 stops
SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,868
Emirates
21 Apr
SYD14:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
37h 50m
2 stops
JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
5 May
JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
48h 05m
2 stops
SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,870
Emirates
15 Apr
SYD14:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 30m
2 stops
JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
21 Apr
JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 45m
1 stop
SYD06:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,874

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SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

20:30-07:45

1 stop43h 15m

Cairo

Thu 14/5

14:15-08:00

3 stops34h 45m

$1,138
Fastest return journey

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/4

15:40-17:25

1 stop33h 45m

Cairo

Thu 30/4

14:15-16:50

1 stop19h 35m

$1,169

SydneyCasablanca

SYD - CMN

SYDCMN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 12/6

15:40-07:20

1 stop24h 40m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Sun 22/11

09:35-06:35

1 stop35h 00m

$1,179

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/4

15:40-12:00

1 stop28h 20m

Cairo

Tue 28/4

19:30-16:50

1 stop38h 20m

$1,181

SydneyCairo

SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

20:30-07:45

1 stop43h 15m

Cairo

Thu 14/5

14:15-08:00

2 stops34h 45m

$1,199

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/9

11:00-18:35

1 stop39h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

19:50-16:45

1 stop36h 55m

$1,575

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

20:45-12:55

1 stop48h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/6

13:15-06:10

1 stop32h 55m

$1,753

SydneyCape Town

SYD - CPT

SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

20:45-12:55

1 stop48h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/5

19:30-17:30

1 stop38h 00m

$1,765

SydneyAlgiers

SYD - ALG

SYDALG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 20/5

20:10-12:55

1 stop25h 45m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Tue 30/6

15:45-06:25

2 stops29h 40m

$2,302

SydneyAlgiers

SYD - ALG

SYDALG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 20/5

10:20-12:55

2 stops35h 35m

Algiers Houari Boumediene

Tue 30/6

15:45-06:25

2 stops29h 40m

$2,310

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Africa

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Africa?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Africa from Sydney during June instead. Flights to Africa in June, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around $1,505.

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

Fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best Sydney Kingsford Smith - 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 Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Africa for around $1,755 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 Sydney for as low as $1,454 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Sydney Kingsford Smith to 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 Sydney to Africa flights?

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

Cheap Sydney to Africa flight deals and tips

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

Best price found

$1,397

Fastest flight time

14h 30m

Direct flights

Tue, Thu, Fri and Sun

Airports in Africa

493 airports
The best one-way flight to Africa from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $1,397. The best return flight deal from Sydney to Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,963.
The fastest flight from Sydney to Africa takes 14h 30m
Direct flights go from Sydney to Africa on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is Qantas Airways..
There are 493 airports in Africa. From Sydney there are direct flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

Frequently asked questions about flying from Sydney to Africa

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

    Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

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

    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 Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Africa.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to 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 Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Africa

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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $775Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,266 reviews
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Gulf AirPriceFrom $796Free cancellationRating
7.2
231 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $831Free cancellationRating
7.6
453 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $844Free cancellationRating
6.8
550 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,067Free cancellationRating
7.3
4,305 reviews
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Sichuan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,077Free cancellationRating
7.9
33 reviews
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AirAsia XPriceFrom $1,079Free cancellationRating
6.4
47 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,083Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,491 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $1,207Free cancellationRating
7.2
1,000 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $1,251Free cancellationRating
5.5
2,966 reviews
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