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Flights from Johannesburg to Sydney

Nonstop flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Sydney (SYD) take about 14h 17m (11,024 km). Qantas flies it. Lowest fare seen: $787 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Johannesburg to Sydney

Carriers on JNB–SYD according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Qantasnonstop fare seen

Johannesburg to Sydney fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $787 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $532. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Nov 2026$78712 Nov 2026 · Qantas$532 · 1 stop12 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$153116 Dec 2026 · Qantas$595 · 1 stop4 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$138014 Jan 2027 · Qantas$688 · 1 stop14 Jan 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $532 in November 2026, against $688 at best later on.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 3 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Johannesburg to Sydney, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Sydney

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Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Peak season: September – November, March – May

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Frequently asked questions — Johannesburg to Sydney flights

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Sydney?
A nonstop flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Sydney (SYD) takes about 14h 17m, covering 11,024 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Johannesburg from Sydney by air?
The great-circle distance between O.R. Tambo International Airport and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is 11,024 km (6,850 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Johannesburg to Sydney?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the JNB–SYD route include Qantas. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Johannesburg to Sydney cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on JNB–SYD was $787 USD with Qantas (nonstop), departing 12 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $532 one-way, against $688 for January 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Johannesburg to Sydney?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $532 with one stop against $787 nonstop, a saving of $255. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from South Africa to Australia?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Australia visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Sydney?
Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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