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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Africa

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Cairo
Cairo2 stops$1,389
Johannesburg
Johannesburg1 stop$1,624
Nairobi
Nairobi1 stop$1,942
Cape Town
Cape Town1 stop$1,768
Casablanca
Casablanca2 stops$2,020
Port Louis
Port Louis1 stop$2,011
Harare
Harare2 stops$2,143
Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa1 stop$2,037
Accra
Accra2 stops$2,686
Marrakech
Marrakech2 stops$1,865
Entebbe
Entebbe1 stop$2,368
Lagos
Lagos2 stops$2,376
Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam2 stops$2,123
Durban
Durban2 stops$2,490
Tunis
Tunis2 stops$2,221
Zanzibar
Zanzibar2 stops$1,905
Kigali
Kigali2 stops$2,616
Cairo
Cairo2 stops$1,389
Johannesburg
Johannesburg1 stop$1,624
Nairobi
Nairobi1 stop$1,942
Cape Town
Cape Town1 stop$1,768
Casablanca
Casablanca2 stops$2,020
Port Louis
Port Louis1 stop$2,011
Harare
Harare2 stops$2,143
Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa1 stop$2,037
Accra
Accra2 stops$2,686
Marrakech
Marrakech2 stops$1,865
Entebbe
Entebbe1 stop$2,368
Lagos
Lagos2 stops$2,376
Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam2 stops$2,123
Durban
Durban2 stops$2,490
Tunis
Tunis2 stops$2,221
Zanzibar
Zanzibar2 stops$1,905
Kigali
Kigali2 stops$2,616

Book Cheap Sydney to Africa Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sydney to Africa that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Africa

Wed, 26 Aug - Fri, 18 Sep
China Eastern Logo
10:05 - 10:00
SYD
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CAI
54h 55m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
13:45 - 08:00
CAI
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SYD
59h 15m
3 stops
$1,389China Eastern
Sun, 1 Nov - Wed, 4 Nov
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 07:30
SYD
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CAI
28h 30m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
13:00 - 13:35
CAI
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SYD
39h 35m
1 stop
$1,391China Eastern
Mon, 27 Jul - Mon, 24 Aug
China Eastern Logo
11:00 - 10:00
SYD
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CAI
30h 00m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
13:45 - 12:35
CAI
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SYD
39h 50m
1 stop
$1,426China Eastern
Mon, 19 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
Singapore Airlines Logo
12:00 - 19:20
SYD
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JNB
40h 20m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 21:15
JNB
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SYD
22h 35m
1 stop
$1,624Singapore Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Mon, 9 Nov
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:00 - 19:20
SYD
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JNB
33h 20m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 07:40
JNB
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SYD
33h 00m
1 stop
$1,739Singapore Airlines
Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 2 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
20:50 - 08:20
SYD
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JNB
43h 30m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 06:35
JNB
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SYD
35h 45m
1 stop
$1,756Etihad Airways
Mon, 2 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 17:25
SYD
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CPT
34h 35m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 06:50
CPT
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SYD
33h 15m
1 stop
$1,768Qatar Airways
Wed, 22 Jul - Wed, 29 Jul
Etihad Airways Logo
15:40 - 08:20
SYD
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JNB
24h 40m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
09:45 - 06:10
JNB
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SYD
36h 25m
1 stop
$1,786Etihad Airways
Thu, 5 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 10:30
SYD
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CPT
27h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:55 - 06:50
CPT
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SYD
26h 55m
1 stop
$1,862Qatar Airways
Mon, 14 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
Ethiopian Air Logo
20:50 - 01:30
SYD
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HRE
36h 40m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:05 - 06:10
HRE
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SYD
55h 05m
2 stops
$2,292Ethiopian Air
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to Africa flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to Africa to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly, and much more.

What is the cheapest Sydney to Africa flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to Africa from Sydney found in the last 72 hours was to Johannesburg, at $2,124 return. The most popular route is from Sydney (SYD) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $2,124.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Sydney to Africa?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $1,908, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Africa?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Africa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Africa is November, when tickets cost $1,769 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, when the average cost of return tickets is $2,811 and $2,456 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Africa?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Africa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on a flight from Sydney to Africa, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$697
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (24% more expensive on average)
Flight from Sydney to Casablanca

FAQs - booking Africa flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Africa?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Africa.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Africa?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Sydney to Africa is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Africa?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Sydney to Africa with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Africa?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Sydney to Africa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Sydney to Africa

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sydney to Africa? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3582 reviews
8.4Crew
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.9Food
8.2Entertainment
Airline reviews

Seat did not recline at all, wi-FI did not work at all. Those are both very unfortunate for a 14 hour flight. Crew and food was of course very nice as always.

4.0 OkayMarcia, Feb 2026
HYD - DXB
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Seat did not recline at all, wi-FI did not work at all. Those are both very unfortunate for a 14 hour flight. Crew and food was of course very nice as always.

This777-300 is configured 2/3/2 for Biz class straight out of the 80s!!! Not to mention seats are narrow, bed does NOT FULLY RECLINE FLAT as advertised, and purser didn’t know that!! ARM REST HAS A REMOTE TABLET ON IT FURTHER CONFINING THE ALREADY NARROW SPACE!!! WHO thought this was a good design?? After flying the new A350-900 biz class Montreal to Dubai , this was a total let down!!

I liked everything: the service, the food, the cleanness. I flew last year with Qatar Airways, so I can compare. Emirates did much better! Especially their meals and service.

in today's time, an airline like emirates didnt serve drinks as requested, Excuse was full flight.

It was delayed for 2 hrs. Flight attendants were not attentive.

We boarded but due to a technical issue we spent 4.5hrs on the ground waiting for the issue to be resolved

No kids provided. Instead we were told to have contacted the airline that we have kids and require kids meals. We were not the only ones who inquired about kids meals. It’s odd. Emirates and other airlines give kids meals as standard and before the adult food comes out. The rice in our meals was gluggy and under cooked. The chicken was also raw. Sadly not the best experience with Finn Air. The hostesses tried to compensate with the snacks and drinks but missed the mark by a long way. Especially when paying Emirates/Qantas prices

the seat is quite narrow compared to others. entertainment and food were very good

Food was excellent. Leg room in economy, not so good; I’m 6’-1”.

Similar to Hyd->Dubai this too was worst airlines. Bad seats, bad seating arrangement which created lot of confusion since family member were not given seat together. However most of them changed the seat and got with the family. Cheap tactics by Emirates.

It was ok, but not what it was like 20 years ago

Great food and good entertainment options for the long flight.

It seems that qantas are trying hard to regain their status as Australia's premier airline. I only flew economy but happy with the service entertainment, food, configuration everything.

I never flew with alliance. Kayak is a joke and none of the flights or times were correct. Won’t ever use kayak again

I missed my flight due to unforeseen circumstances It was, however , an excellent price !

Loved the food and beverages available, spacious economy class, excellent entertainment

Very good overall. Highly recommend for all flying to Australia

Helpful staff when I felt unwell. Qantas need to have an audio/music channel so you can listen to various music/.artists

We had bulkhead seats in a A380 in the upper deck in seats 31 D and E. Storage was very limited other than in overhead bin - which is not within reach when in seat. Yet paying same price as others in premium economy who have a lot more storage within arm’s reach. Seems very unfair.

Good check in and helpful staff. Delayed for 1 hour. Took about 45 Mins to get baggage’s at DFW . Food was average ( Hindu meal ) . Overall it was good experience

Qatar was pretty OK for their services but Arangrant was awful at theirs and frankly lied to me. Qatar offers four business class fares and only three of them allow lounge access. This is a horrible policy when you pay so much for business class and shame on them for denying the simple use of their lounges for this confusion. When I requested my business class ticket with Arangrant I knew this and specifically told them I would only purchase the lowest class business seat that would still permit me lounge access on all legs of my trip. They lied to me and said I did and then I was refused this service on my return flights. I had no less than 4-8 schedule changes and got screwed by a late departure from DCA on my double connection to JNB. I lost nearly a full day on my outbound and then had little to no use of the lounges on my outbound flights. To then be denied access on my return flights made the 27 hour trip home pretty awful. Kayak should no longer work with Arangrant as they are dishonest and liars. Qatar should price all four of their business class fares to include lounge access and stop the insanity they have forced on people. My return trip home nearly ruined my entire trip to South Africa and I blame Arangrant for telling me lies and for Qatar for offering insane rules and regulations on such expensive business class fares. For the money I paid to Qatar, I did not receive the full services I was promised. I will probably never use Arangrant and their ignorant services ever again. I will question whether I ever fly on Qatar Airways again as well. When you pay so much and get such little in return, it leaves a bad taste in your mouth. Arangrant gives the whole industry a bad name and Qatar is not far behind them. I can honestly say that the wretched service and way I was treated by both have soured me on travel companies and airlines. It is bad enough that we have an idiot, felon, racist and bigoted president and administration to contend with while he has started an illegal war, I did not expect to get screwed over by Arangrant and Qatar as well. Shame on all of you.

Very poor No information given to why we turned around.. No one at airport to help

First off, it wasn't clear that my first flight was to be operated by IndiGO. While the flight itself was fine, this meant that my whole initial check in where I would've properly verified my seating on my Qatar flight/requested an upgrade was impeded by the fact that I had to check in with IndiGO. They said I would separately have to go to Qatar counter to deal with second flight leg issues, which was impossible given how long the check in took/no time available to do so.

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

It would help id flight crew were not rude and showed some courtesy. They were shouting at passengers and yelling instructions as if we were school children at lunch cafeteria!!

I always fly with Qatar air and you are the best. Keep up the good wor, after travelling with Qatar Air More than 80 times, you never offer to upgrade me.but it happened to my friend companion some time. Any how i still enjoying travelling with Qatar air and wait one day to upgrade me too. Best Regards

Friendly and discreet staff. Could have done with a few more offers of water/snacks overnight. Movie and tv selection notably poor. Seats not especially comfortable

All great, because I was given a seat with extra legroom on this part of my trip.

I wish I knew in advance that the connecting flight was by indigo air

Crew and food was good, ok leg room if you don’t have a big box under the seat. And the seats are so narrow (I’m only 70kg), will consider an alternate airline next time

i have book the flight with baggage. and i have paid $800.00 for the baggage. when i contacted to JUSTFLY Costumer Service they told me that my baggage was included in the booking. then why i have to pay. i am going to file a complain against it. $800.00 is not at all small amount

I payed for extra leg room but in last moment my seating place was changed and i got standard one seat. Staff was not able to do anything , so was very disappointed because of this.

They lost the baggage and said it was deleted from the system. I had baggage tag so was able to file the complaint but there was no PIR number and update so far

It was very relaxing and staff were very quick to attend to any requests.

Very disappointed to not have lounge access The shorter flight seats were uncomfortable

Seats were very comfortable and the staff too was very friendly.

Flight got canceled due to Middle East conflict. Just fly hasn’t refunded me the money

Food quality and varites were very minimum. Surprised to have no desserts. Business class tickets should have lounge access and seats selection. They should be allowed to board while people with wheel chair, secial assistance and family with childrem.

Good one but just notice that you have to ask several time to get water or coffee .

Good flight. There were a few issues with the flat bed. It was some technical issues. Otherwise everything was good

This was my first time ever flying China Eatern and it will not be my last. I was very satisfied with my whole experience and trip. Thank you very much and until soon.

It was just fine. The sirlines did live up fully to my expectation.

The flight was delayed. The staff made us wait in the room that is too small and it was crowded and with no seats available for waiting. They did not tell us why the delay occurred.

While boarding at PVG, there was a ticket checking at the gate, then there was another ticket checking at the bottom of the escalator, which created quite a dangerous congestion. Not sure which idiot made this absolutely unnecessary arrangement.

While boarding at PVG, there was a ticket checking by the gate, then there was another ticket checking right at the bottom of the escalator, which created quite a dangerous congestion. Don't understand why the duplication?

I was traveling alone with an infant, so the crew was incredibly helpful. Both the international and subsequent domestic flights were impeccable.

Plane was good. But food was bad and air host was so rude. I will never fly with China Eastern again

The flight was delayed by 2 hours, although to their credit they delayed my connecting flight so people could reach it. Also their site is a nightmare to navigate on a phone. Everything else was good.

The ticket was last minute buy so no concerns about the pricing this time, but the crew in general could have been more accommodating, helpful.

CTU-KMG-CNX with 1.5 hr connection at KMG. Doable but just barely bc immigration exit from China is at the last flight leg, here: KMG to CNX. We hauled out of the domestic terminal to reenter at the international departures (luggage checked thru to CNX thankfully). Immigration had only two agents, even though KMG gets a HUGE number of foreigners. It took forever for such a shot line. Then security also took a while, so I just just made the connection. Recommend if you exit China with domestic international transfer, plan for 2+ hrs to avoid a heart attack. Airline personnel don’t suffer if you miss the flight, you do. Plan accordingly.

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