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Johannesburg.$1,195 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar, returning Tue, 24 Mar.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,195, select.
Johannesburg.$1,195 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep, returning Fri, 26 Sep.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,195, select.
Johannesburg.$1,195 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Sat, 30 Aug.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,195, select.
Johannesburg.$1,195 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Feb, returning Tue, 3 Mar.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 17 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,195, select.
Johannesburg.$1,195 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,195, select.
Johannesburg.$1,195 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Dec.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,195, select.
Johannesburg.$1,195 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Aug, returning Sat, 6 Sep.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,195, select.
Johannesburg.$1,195 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Jan, returning Mon, 16 Feb.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,195, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Johannesburg flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from $1,873
Jul
from $1,517
Aug
from $1,195
Sep
from $1,195
Oct
from $1,195
Nov
from $1,195
Dec
from $1,401
Jan
from $1,301
Feb
from $1,195
Mar
from $1,195
Apr
from $1,201
May
from $1,201

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Sydney to Johannesburg: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,195
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time14 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.
The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Johannesburg is $1,195. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
14 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Johannesburg.
Qantas flies direct from Sydney to Johannesburg.
As of June 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Sydney to Johannesburg.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Sydney Airport, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the centre of Johannesburg. We've found flights into this airport from $1,195.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg on Tuesday, 19 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 37 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 11°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Singapore Airlines and Qantas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Johannesburg: what you need to know

  • Around 12 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Johannesburg.

  • Johannesburg is nine hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located. Johannesburg observes the UTC+2 timezone.

  • With five weekly flights between the two airports, Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the busiest route. Board Qantas's 09:30 flight to get your trip from SYD to JNB underway.

  • To avoid rushing for your SYD to Johannesburg flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Direct Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Johannesburg tickets are available for booking. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is where you'll step off the plane.

  • Look out for promotions from Qantas. This carrier operates direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Johannesburg.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from SYD to Johannesburg, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • The journey from central Sydney to SYD takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Have an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near SYD:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, data shows 69.62% of flights complete their journey on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Johannesburg

  • $842 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Johannesburg flight. A return ticket right now is $1,195. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Book one month before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SYD to Johannesburg.

  • May is the best month for landing an incredible deal on Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Johannesburg tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from SYD to Johannesburg is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a new discount appears.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Johannesburg by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Johannesburg. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and chase adventure across Johannesburg and beyond.

  • To get the best deal, book your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from SYD to Johannesburg.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • After your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Johannesburg has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near HLA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your SYD to Johannesburg flight:

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and make a speedy getaway.

  • Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at HLA will save you money.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Johannesburg. The city buzzes during peak season, but rates are usually higher and top attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Johannesburg in the low season if you like a quieter vibe.

  • The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from SYD to Johannesburg in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.

More about Johannesburg

  • Once you've booked your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Johannesburg, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:

  • All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are must-visits when exploring Johannesburg.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Johannesburg is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of South Africa waiting to be discovered. About 451 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.

  • Bloemfontein is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without seeing Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.

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