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

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 17.7% of flights from Johannesburg to Sydney have been non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers has historically been 2. This indicates that while direct options exist, connecting flights are more common for this route. Travelers should consider both direct and connecting options when planning their journey.

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Sydney?

The direct flight from Johannesburg to Sydney typically takes approximately 12 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 11024 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration historically extends to about 24 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should account for these significant differences in flight time when choosing between direct and connecting options. The journey is a long-haul route, regardless of stopovers.

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 with regular opportunities for good deals. Travelers can typically expect to find favorable pricing options when planning their trip. This consistent availability of good prices makes it a popular route for deal seekers.

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2026-10-26 – 2026-10-30
JNB - Sydney
94% AI deal score
$1,413
$916
Round trip
2026-11-10 – 2026-11-14
JNB - Sydney
92% AI deal score
$1,239
$928
Round trip
2027-02-10 – 2027-02-24
JNB - Sydney
91% AI deal score
$1,171
$945
Round trip
2026-10-24 – 2026-10-31
JNB - Sydney
93% AI deal score
$1,381
$946
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2026-10-21 – 2026-10-28
JNB - Sydney
93% AI deal score
$1,383
$955
Round trip
2026-10-22 – 2026-10-29
JNB - Sydney
93% AI deal score
$1,383
$957
Round trip
2026-10-25 – 2026-10-31
JNB - Sydney
93% AI deal score
$1,380
$965
Round trip
2027-02-12 – 2027-02-26
JNB - Sydney
91% AI deal score
$1,171
$984
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2026-11-12 – 2026-11-18
JNB - Sydney
91% AI deal score
$1,225
$1,012
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2027-02-19 – 2027-02-26
JNB - Sydney
90% AI deal score
$1,179
$1,018
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Johannesburg to Sydney: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Johannesburg to Sydney, fares typically range from $936–$1940, with a median price of $1180. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 29% of recent fares from Johannesburg to Sydney have been classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers are available for this long-haul journey.

When considering 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 economical option with a median fare of $1073. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

A typical journey from Johannesburg to Sydney takes approximately 12h 10m. However, this is the median flight time for non-stop itineraries. Since most itineraries on this route involve connections, a typical connecting journey can extend to 35h 5m. The overall route is classified as a long-haul journey, covering a significant distance of 11024 km.

Most itineraries for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney are connecting flights, with only 17.7% being non-stop. For those itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that travelers should anticipate at least one stop on their journey, and often two, when planning their trip between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Sydney

Regular price: $1,116 - $1,560

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

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney is between $1116 and $1560. The current lowest deal is $928 with Qatar Airways, for travel from Nov 10-Nov 14.

now $928

Low $1,116

High $1,560

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney is February, with a median price of $518. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $2211. Generally, prices are 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

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,489

$1,179

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,489

$1,145

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,656

$1,147

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,643

$1,164

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,633

$1,178

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,479

$1,225

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

$1,635 → $1,115

32%

14 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 22

$1,609 → $1,099

32%

3 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 18

$1,656 → $1,147

31%

14 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 26

$1,620 → $1,113

31%

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 for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

February and January are historically cheapest

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 12h 10m

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Sydney typically take 12h 10m, with connecting flights averaging 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 has offered direct flights on this route, with 1 direct deal recently available.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney are frequent, appearing often in recent months.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a good option for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney.

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

💸 Flights from ~$973

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Fly into Sydney Airport for convenient access to the city and surrounding areas from Johannesburg.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$986

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Canberra (CBR)

Canberra Airport is a major domestic and international-capable airport, providing robust flight schedules and infrastructure.

📍 ~240 km from Sydney (approximately 3 hours drive from Sydney city center)

💸 Flights from ~$1,374

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sydney

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Best Elite deals to Sydney

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From JNB

Elite

Oct 18

Sydney, Australia

95% AI deal score

$2,680

$1,614

Save $1,066

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 18

Sydney, Australia

95% AI deal score

$2,670

$1,621

Save $1,049

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Feb 13

Sydney, Australia

94% AI deal score

$2,456

$1,612

Save $844

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 13

Sydney, Australia

94% AI deal score

$2,674

$1,769

Save $905

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 20

Sydney, Australia

94% AI deal score

$2,671

$1,769

Save $902

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 18

Sydney, Australia

94% AI deal score

$2,672

$1,769

Save $903

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 20

Sydney, Australia

94% AI deal score

$2,682

$1,769

Save $913

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Dec 30

Sydney, Australia

93% AI deal score

$6,533

$3,617

Save $2,916

QantasLink

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 22

Sydney, Australia

93% AI deal score

$6,622

$3,830

Save $2,792

QantasLink

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Dec 29

Sydney, Australia

93% AI deal score

$7,375

$3,834

Save $3,541

QantasLink

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 20

Sydney, Australia

93% AI deal score

$2,670

$1,909

Save $761

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Oct 20

Sydney, Australia

93% AI deal score

$2,672

$1,918

Save $754

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney have been found when booking 0-6 days before departure, with an average price of $1036. Booking 60+ days out typically sees an average price of $1339. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made 7-13 days in advance, averaging $1822, and for bookings made 28-59 days in advance, averaging $1825. This suggests that last-minute deals are often available for this route.

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 has historically been around $1180. Prices can range significantly, with 75% of prices observed being $1940 or less. Travelers aiming for a good deal should target prices at or below the $936 threshold.

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 typically been the most expensive month, with a median price of $1073. The annual median price for this route is around $1180. Planning your trip during these historically cheaper months could result in significant savings.

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Johannesburg to Sydney: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Sydney

Regular price: $1,116 - $1,560

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

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney is between $1116 and $1560. The current lowest deal is $928 with Qatar Airways, for travel from Nov 10-Nov 14.

now $928

Low $1,116

High $1,560

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

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,489

$1,179

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,489

$1,145

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,656

$1,147

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,643

$1,164

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,633

$1,178

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Sydney

Johannesburg (JNB) - Sydney (SYD)

Qatar Airways

$1,479

$1,225

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

$1,635 → $1,115

32%

14 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 22

$1,609 → $1,099

32%

3 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 18

$1,656 → $1,147

31%

14 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 26

$1,620 → $1,113

31%

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 for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

February and January are historically cheapest

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 12h 10m

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Sydney typically take 12h 10m, with connecting flights averaging 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 has offered direct flights on this route, with 1 direct deal recently available.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney are frequent, appearing often in recent months.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a good option for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney.

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

💸 Flights from ~$973

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Fly into Sydney Airport for convenient access to the city and surrounding areas from Johannesburg.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$986

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Canberra (CBR)

Canberra Airport is a major domestic and international-capable airport, providing robust flight schedules and infrastructure.

Sydney, Australia

93% AI deal score

$2,672

$1,918

Save $754

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Sydney

Today’s best flight deals from Johannesburg to Sydney

Johannesburg to Sydney: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Sydney

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Sydney

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Sydney

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

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney

Johannesburg - Sydney route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February and January are historically cheapest

Direct flights average 12h 10m

Connecting flights are dominant

QantasLink offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sydney

Best Elite deals to Sydney

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Oct 18

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Oct 13

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Oct 18

Oct 20

Dec 30

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Dec 29

Oct 20

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Sydney?

What is a good price for a flight from Johannesburg to Sydney?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney?

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

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Sydney?

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

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More routes from Johannesburg

Flights to Sydney from other cities

Johannesburg to Sydney: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Sydney

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Sydney

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Sydney

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Sydney

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

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney

Johannesburg - Sydney route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February and January are historically cheapest

Direct flights average 12h 10m

Connecting flights are dominant

QantasLink offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sydney

Best Elite deals to Sydney

Oct 18

Oct 18

Feb 13

Oct 13

Oct 20

Oct 18

Oct 20

Dec 30

Oct 22

Dec 29

Oct 20

Oct 20

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Sydney?

What is a good price for a flight from Johannesburg to Sydney?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney?