Cheap Flights from Sydney to Johannesburg

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Cheapest Time of Year to Fly from Sydney to Johannesburg

Return fares from Sydney to Johannesburg by month, based on the cheapest return airfares found for each month.

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg is November 2026, with return fares from $2,149 — 18% cheaper than the most expensive month (October 2026, from $2,623).

When Should You Fly to Johannesburg?

Based on the fares we've tracked, November is typically the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg, with return fares from $2,149. October is the most expensive month, with the cheapest return fares around $2,623.

Across the year, return fares to Johannesburg average around $2,368. If you can travel in the off-peak months of November, May and April, you'll generally pay up to 9% less than the yearly average.

Cheapest Sydney to Johannesburg Return Prices

These are the cheapest prices for Sydney to Johannesburg return airfares.

Average Sydney to Johannesburg Return Prices

These are the average prices for Sydney to Johannesburg return airfares.

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