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

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

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

As of December 2025, 5 flights take off from Sydney and land in South Africa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to South Africa

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

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

How often are flights from Sydney to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 43% of flights between Sydney and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 165 minutes.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines and South African are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Sydney according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 56% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

According to our data, Qantas Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 43% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to South Africa are updated daily.

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

As of December 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to South Africa.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to South Africa.

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

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

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9 Mar

SYD16:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 15m

2 stops

CPT09:25Cape Town Intl

30 Mar

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

39h 45m

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20 Apr

SYD15:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

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18 May

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4 Feb

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22h 15m

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SYD17:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

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19 May

SYD15:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 40m

1 stop

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

12 June

JNB09:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 10m

1 stop

SYD17:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

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18 May

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42h 50m

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8 June

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36h 20m

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SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,848

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30 Jan

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42h 25m

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18 Feb

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23h 05m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Sydney is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,688, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in February, then you should wait until May to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,694.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Sydney. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $1,867. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Sydney because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,104.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Sydney to South Africa when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,735. Flying to South Africa in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to South Africa, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,999 per ticket.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around $1,878 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Sydney for as low as $1,718 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Sydney Kingsford Smith to South Africa 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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Best price found	$1,312
Fastest flight time	14h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in South Africa	1 airport

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $1,312. The best return flight deal from Sydney to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,950.

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

Direct flights go from Sydney to South Africa every day.

There is 1 airport near South Africa: Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to South Africa are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to South Africa?
As of December 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The required travel and health documents for your South Africa 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 South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Sydney to South Africa?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Sydney to South Africa is Airbus A380-800 (97.26% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (2.24%), Airbus A340-300 (0.25%), and Boeing 737-800 (0.25%).

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Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,004	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 426 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,129	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,411 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,267	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,329 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $1,283	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 903 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,470	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,676 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,496	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 947 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,557	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,090 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,599	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 48 reviews	Search South African flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,642	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,432 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Sydney Kingsford Smith to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

How often are flights from Sydney to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 43% of flights between Sydney and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 165 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

According to our data, Qantas Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 43% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of December 2025, 5 flights take off from Sydney and land in South Africa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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