Which airlines fly to Africa?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Africa from Sydney according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Africa. Keep in mind that there are 17 different airlines that fly to Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Etihad Airways, IndiGo, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith 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?

There are 18 operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Africa as of October 2026.

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.

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10:25 - 07:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CAI Cairo

30h 15m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Amman Queen Alia Intl

14:05 - 07:35CAI Cairo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 30m2 stops Amman Queen Alia Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

$1,474Multiple Airlines

Tue, 17 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec

10:25 - 07:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CAI Cairo

30h 15m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Amman Queen Alia Intl

19:55 - 07:35CAI Cairo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 40m2 stops Amman Queen Alia Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

$1,484Multiple Airlines

Sun, 1 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

12:00 - 07:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CAI Cairo

28h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

13:00 - 09:15CAI Cairo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

35h 15m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Beijing Daxing Intl Wuhan

$1,487China Eastern

Wed, 24 Feb - Thu, 18 Mar

12:00 - 07:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CAI Cairo

28h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

13:15 - 13:35CAI Cairo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

39h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,502China Eastern

Thu, 25 Mar - Mon, 29 Mar

21:35 - 03:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CAI Cairo

39h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul

10:15 - 19:25CAI Cairo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 10m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi

$1,512Turkish Airlines

Sat, 6 Feb - Sat, 13 Feb

21:35 - 09:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CAI Cairo

44h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul

10:15 - 19:25CAI Cairo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 10m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi

$1,516Turkish Airlines

Fri, 5 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb

21:30 - 12:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

22h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

14:05 - 17:45ADD Addis Ababa Bole-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,612Etihad Airways

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

21:30 - 12:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

22h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

14:05 - 17:45ADD Addis Ababa Bole-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,652Etihad Airways

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

22:15 - 17:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CAI Cairo

28h 00m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb

01:15 - 10:20CAI Cairo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 05m2 stops Muscat Seeb Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,738Oman Air

Thu, 5 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

22:15 - 17:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CAI Cairo

28h 00m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb

17:50 - 09:45CAI Cairo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 55m2 stops Muscat Seeb Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl

$1,843Oman Air

Tue, 16 Mar - Mon, 12 Apr

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21:30 - 10:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CAI Cairo

44h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

14:00 - 13:35CAI Cairo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

39h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,470China Eastern

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

21:35 - 21:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CAI Cairo

32h 10m3 stops Singapore Changi Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Sharjah

11:50 - 07:10CAI Cairo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

35h 20m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,526Multiple Airlines

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

22:15 - 04:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CAI Cairo

38h 15m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Manama Bahrain Intl

04:20 - 07:10CAI Cairo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

41h 50m3 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Singapore Changi Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,530Multiple Airlines

Sun, 11 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

21:30 - 10:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CAI Cairo

44h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

13:00 - 09:15CAI Cairo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

35h 15m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Beijing Daxing Intl Wuhan

$1,542China Eastern

Wed, 14 Oct - Sat, 26 Dec

15:40 - 07:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

24h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

14:05 - 06:30ADD Addis Ababa Bole-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,562Etihad Airways

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 2 Dec

20:50 - 12:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-ADD Addis Ababa Bole

23h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

14:05 - 06:30ADD Addis Ababa Bole-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,589Etihad Airways

Thu, 15 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

22:05 - 20:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CAI Cairo

30h 45m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul

21:45 - 19:25CAI Cairo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

37h 40m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi

$1,768Turkish Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

22:05 - 20:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CAI Cairo

30h 45m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul

20:45 - 19:25CAI Cairo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

37h 40m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi

$1,830Turkish Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Fri, 13 Nov

15:50 - 09:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

13:45 - 06:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,863Qatar Airways

Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov

15:50 - 09:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

13:45 - 06:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,864Qatar Airways

Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov

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09:30 - 15:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 30mdirect

17:55 - 14:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 00mdirect

$2,272Qantas Airways

Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

09:30 - 15:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 30mdirect

18:45 - 14:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 10mdirect

$2,274Qantas Airways

Thu, 25 Mar - Sat, 17 Apr

09:30 - 15:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 30mdirect

17:55 - 14:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 00mdirect

$2,284Qantas Airways

Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

10:35 - 16:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 50mdirect

17:55 - 14:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 00mdirect

$2,284Qantas Airways

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

09:30 - 15:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 30mdirect

18:45 - 14:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 10mdirect

$2,285Qantas Airways

Wed, 24 Mar - Sat, 17 Apr

10:35 - 16:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 50mdirect

17:55 - 14:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 00mdirect

$2,288Qantas Airways

Thu, 22 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

09:30 - 15:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 30mdirect

17:55 - 14:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 00mdirect

$2,290Qantas Airways

Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov

09:30 - 15:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 30mdirect

17:55 - 14:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 00mdirect

$2,305Qantas Airways

Mon, 8 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb

22:05 - 11:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 10mdirect

17:40 - 06:40CPT Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 00mdirect

$12,107Delta

Wed, 9 Dec - Fri, 8 Jan

06:10 - 19:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 00mdirect

14:35 - 03:30CPT Cape Town Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

3h 55mdirect

$15,650Delta

Wed, 9 Dec - Fri, 8 Jan

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Virgin Australia flights from Sydney to Africa

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Virgin Australia

6 Apr

SYD20:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 25m

1 stop

JNB15:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

13 Apr

JNB14:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 30m

1 stop

SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,807

Virgin Australia

1 Apr

SYD16:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 30m

1 stop

JNB15:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

29 Apr

JNB14:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 30m

1 stop

SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,810

Virgin Australia

1 Feb

SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 45m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

13 Feb

JNB20:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 00m

1 stop

SYD18:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,845

Qatar Airways flights from Sydney to Africa

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Sydney to Africa flight tickets

Qatar Airways

8 Nov

SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 50m

1 stop

JNB08:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

24 Nov

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

44h 35m

1 stop

SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,761

Qatar Airways

25 Oct

SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 45m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

8 Nov

JNB20:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 30m

1 stop

SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,762

Qatar Airways

25 Jan

SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 50m

1 stop

JNB08:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

12 Feb

JNB20:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 00m

1 stop

SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,764

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SydneyCairo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CAI Cairo

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/11

10:25-07:40

2 stops30h 15m

Cairo

Sat 5/12

14:05-07:35

2 stops32h 30m

$1,474

SydneyCairo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CAI Cairo

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/11

10:25-07:40

2 stops30h 15m

Cairo

Mon 30/11

19:55-07:35

2 stops26h 40m

$1,484

SydneyCairo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CAI Cairo

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 24/2

12:00-07:30

1 stop28h 30m

Cairo

Thu 18/3

13:00-09:15

3 stops35h 15m

$1,487

SydneyCairo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CAI Cairo

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 25/3

12:00-07:30

1 stop28h 30m

Cairo

Mon 29/3

13:15-13:35

1 stop39h 20m

$1,502

SydneyCairo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CAI Cairo

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/2

21:35-03:40

2 stops39h 05m

Cairo

Sat 13/2

10:15-19:25

2 stops24h 10m

$1,512

SydneyCairo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CAI Cairo

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/2

21:35-09:20

2 stops44h 45m

Cairo

Sat 20/2

10:15-19:25

2 stops24h 10m

$1,516

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SydneyAddis Ababa

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

SYDADD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/11

21:30-12:20

1 stop22h 50m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 26/11

14:05-17:45

1 stop19h 40m

$1,612

SydneyAddis Ababa

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - ADD Addis Ababa Bole

SYDADD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/11

21:30-12:20

1 stop22h 50m

Addis Ababa Bole

Thu 26/11

14:05-17:45

1 stop19h 40m

$1,652

SydneyCairo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CAI Cairo

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/11

22:15-17:15

2 stops28h 00m

Cairo

Wed 11/11

01:15-10:20

2 stops24h 05m

$1,738

SydneyCairo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CAI Cairo

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 16/3

22:15-17:15

2 stops28h 00m

Cairo

Mon 12/4

17:50-09:45

2 stops31h 55m

$1,843

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Africa?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Africa from Sydney during April instead. Flights to Africa in April, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,951.

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 from Sydney 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 $1,851 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 $1,665 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Sydney 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 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sydney to Africa flight.

Cheap Sydney to Africa flight deals and tips

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Best price found	$775
Fastest flight time	14h 30m
Direct flights	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sun
Airports in Africa	492 airports

The best one-way flight to Africa from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $775. The best return flight deal from Sydney to Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,474.

The fastest flight from Sydney to Africa takes 14h 30m

Direct flights go from Sydney to Africa on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is Qantas Airways..

There are 492 airports in Africa. From Sydney there are direct flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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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?
There are 18 operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Africa as of October 2026.
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

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

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $750	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,541 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $859	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 580 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $866	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,721 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $951	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 244 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $955	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 479 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,079	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,456 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,109	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,624 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,305	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 38 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Oman Air	PriceFrom $1,386	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 141 reviews	Search Oman Air flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,447	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,107 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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