Cheap flights from New South Wales to Johannesburg from R8 636

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from New South Wales to Johannesburg. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R16 231. The month of March is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from New South Wales averaging around R18 122.

The cheapest day to depart from New South Wales to Johannesburg is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as R20 957. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to depart from New South Wales because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R30 355.

Fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best New South Wales - Johannesburg flight prices

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from New South Wales when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around R20 066 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from New South Wales for as low as R17 433 on momondo.

As of February 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from New South Wales to Johannesburg. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

Flight times from New South Wales to Johannesburg vary, but if you’re flying out of Sydney and flying into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 14h 30m on average. Another popular route from New South Wales to Johannesburg is flying from Newcastle to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, which will take roughly 33h 30m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.