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$602+ Cheap flights from Sydney (SYD) to OR Tambo (JNB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JNB
Feb 24 — Mar 31
Mon 2/24
Mon 3/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or March, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 19, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$900
(Singapore Airlines)

One-way from

$602
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,146

Good round-trip deal

$1,178 or less
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 19, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/154:10 pmSYD - JNB
1 stop23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Tue 11/257:50 pmJNB - SYD
1 stop37h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/18$854
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/249:30 pmSYD - JNB
1 stop43h 05mEtihad Airways
Mon 6/99:55 amJNB - SYD
1 stop24h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/18$1,020
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1811:15 amSYD - JNB
3 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/258:50 amJNB - SYD
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$1,065
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/49:40 pmSYD - JNB
1 stop26h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 3/118:50 amJNB - SYD
1 stop25h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/18$1,146
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/186:15 pmSYD - JNB
1 stop19h 25mSouth African
Tue 3/258:35 pmJNB - SYD
1 stop16h 55mSouth African
Deal found 2/18$1,171
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/169:30 amSYD - JNB
Nonstop14h 15mQantas Airways
Tue 11/255:15 pmJNB - SYD
Nonstop12h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/18$1,202
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/106:00 amSYD - JNB
1 stop37h 25mEmirates
Mon 3/241:25 pmJNB - SYD
2 stops33h 10mEmirates
Deal found 2/17$1,250
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2711:05 amSYD - JNB
1 stop29h 35mCathay Pacific
Fri 6/2011:20 amJNB - SYD
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/17$1,297
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/203:00 pmSYD - JNB
2 stops30h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 6/52:30 pmJNB - SYD
2 stops31h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/18$1,407

Find flights from Sydney to OR Tambo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sydney to OR Tambo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 19, 2025.

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Depart

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Price

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/24

11:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop39h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/14

7:50 pm-10:25 am

1 stop30h 35m

$900

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/18

11:15 am-4:00 pm

3 stops37h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/25

8:50 am-6:50 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$1,065

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/4

9:40 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop26h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/11

8:50 am-6:50 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$1,146

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/24

9:30 pm-8:35 am

1 stop44h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/23

9:55 am-6:10 pm

1 stop24h 15m

$1,166

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/18

6:15 pm-4:40 am

1 stop19h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/25

8:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$1,171

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 3/21

9:30 am-2:45 pm

Nonstop14h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/22

6:40 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop11h 55m

$1,236

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/10

6:00 am-10:25 am

1 stop37h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/24

1:25 pm-7:35 am

2 stops33h 10m

$1,250

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/27

8:45 am-7:40 am

1 stop31h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/24

11:20 am-6:10 am

1 stop34h 50m

$1,297

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/20

3:00 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/5

2:30 pm-5:55 am

2 stops31h 25m

$1,407

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/4

6:35 am-10:00 pm

3 stops48h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/20

11:55 pm-9:40 am

3 stops48h 45m

$1,965

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sydney to OR Tambo in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
business-class.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sydney-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sydney-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sydney-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sydney-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sydney-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sydney to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to OR Tambo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sydney to OR Tambo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sydney to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should look to book at least 57 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 19, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to OR Tambo. Reviews last updated February 19, 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,283 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,283 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,283 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,303 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,283 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,283 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,283 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,614 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,283 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    If you book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Sydney, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith, which is the city’s only airport. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is located 4.6 mi from the center of Sydney. There are 0 flights from Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Singapore Airlines ($900), Qatar Airways ($1,146), and Etihad Airways ($1,166) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Singapore Airlines is currently priced 32% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $670 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qantas Airways from $777 and Emirates from $7,227 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    While on average a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally $1,856, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $946. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay $1,229 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to OR Tambo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Sydney to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Sydney to OR Tambo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to OR Tambo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$799Average$1,277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,178Average$1,467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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