How many flights from Johannesburg to Sydney are non-stop?

Historically, approximately 17.7% of flights from Johannesburg to Sydney have been non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed across the trailing 90 days is 2. This indicates that while direct options exist, connecting flights are more common for this route.

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Sydney?

The direct flight from Johannesburg to Sydney typically takes about 12 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 11024 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to approximately 24 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should account for these significant differences in travel time when planning their journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Johannesburg to Sydney?

Historically, good prices on flights from Johannesburg to Sydney have been frequent. This route is classified as one that regularly offers competitive fares. Travelers can often find favorable deals when planning their trips on this route, based on observations over a trailing 30-day period.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Johannesburg to Sydney

2027-01-17 – 2027-01-24
JNB - Sydney
94% AI deal score
$1,553
$977
Round trip
2027-01-22 – 2027-01-31
JNB - Sydney
94% AI deal score
$1,533
$1,004
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2026-12-03 – 2026-12-31
JNB - Sydney
95% AI deal score
$1,781
$1,006
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2026-12-02 – 2026-12-30
JNB - Sydney
95% AI deal score
$1,765
$1,012
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2026-12-09 – 2026-12-31
JNB - Sydney
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$1,811
$1,013
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2026-12-09 – 2026-12-16
JNB - Sydney
95% AI deal score
$1,750
$1,016
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2026-10-14 – 2026-10-22
JNB - Sydney
91% AI deal score
$1,369
$1,020
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2026-08-21 – 2026-08-24
JNB - Sydney
93% AI deal score
$1,475
$1,024
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2026-09-05 – 2026-09-14
JNB - Sydney
91% AI deal score
$1,308
$1,030
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2026-08-17 – 2026-08-24
JNB - Sydney
92% AI deal score
$1,435
$1,051
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Johannesburg to Sydney: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Sydney, fares typically range from $936 to $1940, with a median price of $1180. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and about 29% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney? The data indicates that February and January are the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $518. Following these, May also presents a more budget-friendly option, with a median fare of $1073.

A typical journey from Johannesburg to Sydney takes approximately 12h 10m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a significant distance of 11024 kilometers.

Most itineraries for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney connect at least once, with only 17.7% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find fares.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Sydney

Regular price: $1,185 - $1,892

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between 1185 USD and 1892 USD. The current lowest deal is 903 USD with Qatar Airways for travel from Sep 7-Sep 14.

now $903

Low $1,185

High $1,892

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney

The cheapest month to fly from JNB to SYD is February, with a median price of $518. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $2211. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $518

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,211

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Sydney

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Sydney

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,743

$1,236

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,713

$1,221

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,649

$1,117

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,620

$1,145

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

QantasLink

$1,664

$1,169

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,462

$1,069

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney

22 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 31

$1,809 → $1,008

44%

28 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 31

$1,745 → $1,001

43%

28 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 30

$1,721 → $1,007

41%

20 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 29

$1,809 → $1,105

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney

Johannesburg - Sydney route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Johannesburg to Sydney are above the typical level at $903.

📅 Best time to fly

February and January are historically cheapest

Historically, February and January offer the lowest median prices at $518 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 12h 10m

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Sydney typically take 12h 10m, while connecting flights average 35h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 82.3% of recent deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

QantasLink offers direct flights

QantasLink is an airline that provides direct flights on the Johannesburg to Sydney route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a primary departure point for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney.

📍 ~21 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$955

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is the primary international gateway to Sydney, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car, train, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$1025

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Canberra (CBR)

Cheapest

Canberra Airport is a major domestic and international-capable airport, offering a full range of cabin classes.

📍 ~240 km from Sydney (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,276

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sydney

95% AI deal score

$2,715

$1,650

Save $1,065

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

Historically, the best prices for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney have been found in the 0-6 days booking window, with an average price of $1036. Booking 7-13 days in advance typically sees average prices rise to $1822. For those planning further ahead, flights booked 60+ days out had an average price of $1339. These trends are observed across a trailing 90-day period.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Johannesburg to Sydney is considered to be $936 or less. The median price for this route was $1180. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed prices being $1940 or less. These figures provide a useful benchmark for travelers planning their trip.

Historically, January and February have been the cheapest months to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney, both showing a median price of $518. In contrast, May has historically been the most expensive month, with a median price of $1073. The annual median price for this route is $1180, indicating significant seasonal variations.

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Johannesburg to Sydney: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney

A typical journey from Johannesburg to Sydney takes approximately 12h 10m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a significant distance of 11024 kilometers.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Sydney

Regular price: $1,185 - $1,892

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between 1185 USD and 1892 USD. The current lowest deal is 903 USD with Qatar Airways for travel from Sep 7-Sep 14.

now $903

Low $1,185

High $1,892

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney

February

Cheapest

Flights from $518

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,211

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Sydney

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Sydney

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,743

$1,236

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,713

$1,221

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,649

$1,117

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,620

$1,145

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

QantasLink

$1,664

$1,169

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,462

$1,069

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney

22 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 31

$1,809 → $1,008

44%

28 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 31

$1,745 → $1,001

43%

28 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 30

$1,721 → $1,007

41%

20 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 29

$1,809 → $1,105

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney