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- Lowest observed
- €493, departing 6 Nov 2026 (Last checked: 10 Oct 2026)One-way fare · Priced departure days checked in the last 14 days: 18Check live prices for this route
- Airlines seen
- Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways
- Typical journey time
- 22h 20m
- Non-stop
- Yes
About this route
Explore the fares we observed from Johannesburg to Sydney. Prices move often, so pick your dates to see the latest options.
- Route distance
- 11,040 km
- Typical journey time
- 22h 20m
- Airlines seen
- Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways
- Alternative airports
- HLA, WSI
Route-level information; individual journeys vary.
Published schedules report non-stop service with Qantas. Check current timetables.
A clearer picture of your fare
Airport to city: straight-line distance
- O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) → Johannesburg, city gazetteer reference point (-26.2041, 28.0473): ≈ 21 km.
- Lanseria International Airport (HLA) → Johannesburg, city gazetteer reference point (-26.2041, 28.0473): ≈ 32 km.
- Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) → Sydney, city gazetteer reference point (-33.8689, 151.2071): ≈ 9 km.
Approximate distances calculated from coordinates, not road distances or travel times. These airports serve the city; they are not confirmed endpoints of an offer.
Lowest fare by day of the week
Cheapest day of the week from Johannesburg to Sydney: Friday, from €493 (checked 10 Oct 2026).
| Day | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | €496 | 4 |
| Wednesday | €496 | 4 |
| Friday | €493 | 4 |
| Sunday | €496 | 3 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. Each figure is the lowest priced departure day we saw, not a guaranteed fare.
Lowest fare by days before departure
Lowest fare from Johannesburg to Sydney by days until departure (8 to 30 days): €493 (checked 10 Oct 2026).
| Days before departure | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| 8 to 30 days | €493 | 7 |
| 31 to 60 days | €496 | 6 |
| 61 days or more | €530 | 5 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. Each figure is the lowest stored fare for that distance to departure, not a price forecast.
Fares for different departure dates, checked now; not a guide to when to book.
Lowest one-way fare we saw per airline
Cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Sydney: Etihad Airways, from €530 (checked 9 Oct 2026).
| Airline | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| Etihad Airways | €530Mar 19, 2027 | 3 |
| Qatar Airways | €579Apr 8, 2027 | 3 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. An airline listed here had a fare on at least 3 departure days. Each figure is the lowest we saw, not a guaranteed fare. Connecting itineraries are included; the date is the departure day of that fare.
Frequently asked
How much is a flight from Johannesburg to Sydney?
The lowest fare we have observed is €493, found on 10 Oct 2026. Prices move, so read it as a floor rather than a quote.
When is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Sydney?
In our observations November 2026 is the cheapest month so far, at €493.
Are there direct flights from Johannesburg to Sydney?
Yes. Published schedules report non-stop flights on this route with Qantas.
Which airlines fly from Johannesburg to Sydney?
These are the carriers we have seen on the route: Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways.
How many of the observed Johannesburg to Sydney fares were non-stop?
9 of the 16 fares we observed were non-stop; the rest included at least one stop. That describes our observations, not every flight that operates.
Which day of the week is cheapest from Johannesburg to Sydney?
Cheapest day of the week from Johannesburg to Sydney: Friday, from €493 (checked 10 Oct 2026).
Which airline has the lowest fare from Johannesburg to Sydney?
Cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Sydney: Etihad Airways, from €530 (checked 9 Oct 2026).
How observed prices work, what "No data" means and what a fare includes: Read the flight price guide
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Last checked: 10 Oct 2026