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Cheap flights from South Africa to Australia

JNB — SYD
11 Sep — 18 Sep1
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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Australia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa to Australia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Australia?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Australia (average of £478). Flying from South Africa to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of £703). 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 ZA to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 September 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to Australia in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Australia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Australia. Price data was last updated on 4 February 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Australia flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Australia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Australia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, 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 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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  • What does JNB to SYD mean?

    Great question - JNB to SYD just means Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Melbourne Airport (MEL), Brisbane Airport (BNE), Perth Airport (PER), Adelaide Airport (ADL), Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport (OOL) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Australia that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Africa to Australia flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Africa to Australia with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter South Africa to Australia flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Australia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Australia?

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Australia that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Africa to Australia offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Africa to Australia?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Africa to Australia flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Australia?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Australia (average of £478). Flying from South Africa to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of £703). 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 5 airlines flying from South Africa to Australia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Australia. 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 1,000,759 searches. Data last updated 6 September 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapest£459Average£480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£678Average£1,158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest£691Average£978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£709Average£738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£783Average£1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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