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 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Africa. Keep in mind that there are 20 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

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

As of July 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Sydney to Africa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

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 19 operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Africa as of July 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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12:00 - 10:00

SYD

CAI

30h 00m

1 stop

13:00 - 13:35

CAI

SYD

39h 35m

1 stop

$1,368China Eastern

Sun, 4 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov

12:00 - 07:30

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CAI

28h 30m

1 stop

13:00 - 10:00

CAI

SYD

36h 00m

1 stop

$1,368China Eastern

Sat, 31 Oct - Thu, 10 Dec

10:25 - 07:40

SYD

CAI

30h 15m

2 stops

19:50 - 07:35

CAI

SYD

26h 45m

2 stops

$1,425Multiple Airlines

Thu, 26 Nov - Mon, 28 Dec

10:25 - 07:40

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CAI

30h 15m

2 stops

14:05 - 07:35

CAI

SYD

32h 30m

2 stops

$1,431Multiple Airlines

Sun, 1 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov

14:45 - 08:30

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MRU

47h 45m

2 stops

09:30 - 06:45

MRU

SYD

39h 15m

2 stops

$1,750IndiGo

Sun, 6 Sep - Sun, 13 Sep

14:45 - 08:30

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MRU

47h 45m

2 stops

09:30 - 06:45

MRU

SYD

39h 15m

2 stops

$1,757IndiGo

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

12:40 - 00:55

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CAI

44h 15m

2 stops

01:15 - 10:20

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SYD

24h 05m

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$1,759Oman Air

Sun, 11 Oct - Tue, 24 Nov

14:50 - 10:15

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CPT

27h 25m

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13:15 - 06:30

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SYD

33h 15m

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$1,773Qatar Airways

Mon, 7 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

14:50 - 17:30

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CPT

34h 40m

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12:35 - 06:50

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SYD

33h 15m

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$1,777Qatar Airways

Thu, 17 Sep - Thu, 29 Oct

10:25 - 17:15

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CAI

39h 50m

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01:45 - 10:45

CAI

SYD

50h 00m

2 stops

$1,830Oman Air

Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 10 May

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Qatar Airways flights from Sydney to Africa

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Qatar Airways

7 Sept

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 25m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

14 Sept

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

33h 15m

1 stop

SYD06:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,773

Qatar Airways

17 Sept

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 40m

1 stop

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

29 Oct

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

33h 15m

1 stop

SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,777

Qatar Airways

7 Sept

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 25m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

14 Sept

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

33h 15m

1 stop

SYD06:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,789

Etihad Airways flights from Sydney to Africa

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Etihad Airways

1 Aug

SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 25m

1 stop

CAI00:15Cairo

14 Aug

CAI08:15Cairo

38h 55m

1 stop

SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,922

Etihad Airways

1 Aug

SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

39h 35m

1 stop

CAI05:25Cairo

14 Aug

CAI08:15Cairo

38h 55m

1 stop

SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,966

Etihad Airways

1 Aug

SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 25m

1 stop

CAI00:15Cairo

14 Aug

CAI08:15Cairo

38h 55m

1 stop

SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,968

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13:00-13:35

1 stop39h 35m

$1,368

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Sat 31/10

12:00-07:30

1 stop28h 30m

Cairo

Thu 10/12

13:00-10:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,368

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Thu 26/11

10:25-07:40

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Cairo

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19:50-07:35

2 stops26h 45m

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14:05-07:35

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14:45-08:30

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Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

Sun 13/9

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2 stops39h 15m

$1,750

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14:45-08:30

2 stops47h 45m

Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

Thu 17/9

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2 stops39h 15m

$1,757

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Sun 11/10

12:40-00:55

2 stops44h 15m

Cairo

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01:15-10:20

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$1,759

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Mon 7/9

14:50-10:15

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/9

13:15-06:30

1 stop33h 15m

$1,773

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SYDCPT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 17/9

14:50-17:30

1 stop34h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/10

12:35-06:50

1 stop33h 15m

$1,777

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SYD - CAI

SYDCAI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/11

10:25-17:15

2 stops39h 50m

Cairo

Mon 10/5

01:45-10:45

2 stops50h 00m

$1,830

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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 October instead. Flights to Africa in October, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,878.

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

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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 $1,828 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 $1,599 on momondo.

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

There are 4 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 30% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sydney to Africa flight.

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Best price found	$1,506
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 $1,506. The best return flight deal from Sydney to Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $2,292.

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).

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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 19 operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Africa as of July 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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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $758	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,431 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $759	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,492 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Gulf Air	PriceFrom $801	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 239 reviews	Search Gulf Air flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $858	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 580 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $865	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,744 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $914	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 466 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $950	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 229 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,068	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,454 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,107	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,584 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,190	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 35 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights

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