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Quick Flight Summary from Sydney to Johannesburg

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    A$ 1,324
  • Direct flight duration 29 hour 45 min
  • Arrival airports HLA / JNB
  • Best days to book Monday, Thursday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    A$ 1,085

Cheapest flights from Sydney to Johannesburg

Best Price

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
10 Aug, Mon20:50
Sydney – Johannesburg
1d 19h 30m
1 stop
SYDJNB
Cheapest Direct Flight

Qantas

Qantas
8 Aug, Sat09:35
Sydney – Johannesburg
14h 50m
Non-stop
SYDJNB

Qantas

Qantas
24 Aug, Mon09:35
Sydney – Johannesburg
14h 50m
Non-stop
SYDJNB

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
23 Jul, Thu20:50
Sydney – Johannesburg
1d 19h 25m
1 stop
SYDJNB

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific
28 Jul, Tue14:05
Sydney – Johannesburg
1d 1h 40m
1 stop
SYDJNB

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific
3 Aug, Mon14:05
Sydney – Johannesburg
1d 1h 50m
1 stop
SYDJNB

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific
21 Aug, Fri14:05
Sydney – Johannesburg
1d 1h 50m
1 stop
SYDJNB

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific
15 Aug, Sat10:10
Sydney – Johannesburg
1d 5h 45m
1 stop
SYDJNB

Last update: 19 July 2026 18:03

Estimated Prices for Sydney to Johannesburg Flights

Cheapest Day15 August Saturday
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Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Sydney City Center

Sydney Kingsford Smith - Mascot - Kingsford Smith - Sydney Airport

Air travel to the city of Sydney, the most populated city in Australia, is served by the Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, also known as Kingsford Smith Airport or Sydney Airport. Sydney Airport is a major international airport located 8 km from the city center. Sydney Airport is accessible by a variety of transportation alternatives by both road and rail including taxis, buses, trains, rental cars, and bikes. The airport also features short-term and long-term parking options for those who want to drive their personal car.

Taxi

Taxis are the fastest and most comfortable transportation alternative to get to Sydney Airport. Taxis are easily accessible everywhere in the city; you can also have your hotel help arrange a taxi for you. Since Sydney Airport is located in such close proximity to the city center, only 8 km away, taxis are a great alternative in terms of speed and price.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to Sydney Airport from the city center is by bus. Buses are accessible everywhere in the city and provide cheap and quick transportation to the airport. Buses are a more affordable option compared to taxis and are still a fast alternative due to the airports close proximity to the city.

Train

Trains are accessible from every part of the city and provide direct transportation to both the domestic terminal and the international terminal. The train ride from the city center to Sydney Airport takes about 13 minutes. Trains are an affordable and quick transportation alternative to get to Sydney Airport from the city center. These trains also operate regional routes, which is a great transportation alternative to explore other parts of the country.

Bike

Traveling by bicycle is one of the oldest and one of the greenest methods of transportation. The use of bicycles continues to increase as a means of protecting the environment. Sydney Airport is an airport that places great importance on the environmentally friendly and positive impact that cycling has. You can follow designated bike paths to the airport and utilize the airport’s bicycle racks and parking areas.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another comfortable transportation alternative to get to Sydney Airport from the city center. Renting a car is also a great way to get around in the city during your trip. There are various rental car companies located in the city center that you can choose from.  

Airport Information

Kingsford Smith Airport, also known as Sydney Airport, is a major international airport in Sydney, the most populated city in Australia. Sydney Airport is located 8 km from the city center and operates both domestic and international flights.

Sydney Airport operates domestic and international air travel out of 3 passenger terminals. The airport is highly developed and equipped with a variety of services and amenities to meet passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs. Basic services offered at Sydney Airport include a lost and found, lounges, medical services, ATMs, Wi-Fi, postal services, currency exchange services, duty free stores, restaurants, cafes, bars, and shops.

Venues where you can go shopping include Heinemann, Amuse, Australian Way, Bijoux, Carry On, Coach Leatherware, Blue Illusion, Burberry, Country Road, David Lawrence, Desigual, Edge, Emporio Armani, Guess, Mimco, Marcs, French Connection, Oxford, Seed, Pandora, Oroton, Rip Curl, Rolling Luggage, Sportscraft, Sunglass Hut, Swarovski, Victoria’s Secret, Witchery and more.

Restaurants, cafes, and bars where you can get a bite to eat or something to drink include places like Eagle Boys, Hungry Jack’s, Hinata, Italian Bite, Mc Donald’s, Pie Face, Gloria Jeans, The Hangar, Boost, Nando’s, Misterbianco, Sea Food, Tap House, Sumo Salad, Rolld, Terrace, Venuto, Toby’s Estate, Viaggio, and Bistro Bar.

Transportation to Johannesburg City Center from Airport

O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport

O.R. Tambo International Airport, also known as O.R. Tambo, is located near Johannesburg city centre. You can travel to the city centre from the airport by buses or taxis which you can find in front of the airport terminals. There are also other transportation options such as limousine and train which respond to different needs for the passengers at the airport. There are both international and domestic flights at the airport, which hosts millions of passengers every year.

Bus

Among the vehicles that you can choose for traveling to the city centre from O.R. Tambo International Airport, bus is the most affordable one. Buses going to the city centre depart from the terminal exit and pick up passengers from both domestic and international terminals. Bus fares are usually low and once you arrive in the city centre, you can walk to your destination or take a taxi or another bus. If you are not familiar with the city and visiting for the first time, it is recommended to take a taxi instead of public transportation such as bus.

Taxi

You can easily find a taxi at any time of the day in front of the airport terminal and travel to different districts in or near Johannesburg city centre. Compared to the other vehicles, taking a taxi is a far better option for the foreigners visiting the city for the first time, because of safety reasons. Traveling to Johannesburg city centre by the taxis you can take from the exit gates of the airport terminals takes about 35 – 40 minutes. Moreover, taxi fares in the city are generally not too high, and if you are traveling in groups of 2 – 3 people, you can travel to the city centre by taxi at reasonable prices.

Train

You can also travel by the trains that you can take from the train station located between the A and B terminals at the airport. The train fares are just as reasonable as the bus fares. When you take the train, you can travel to different routes you want to go in the city centre.

Limousine

There are also more comfortable  transportation options such as limousines at the airport for the passengers. The limousines, which you can hire from the terminal, offer an extremely fast and pleasant journey with their chauffeurs. Limousines, together with taxis, are the safest vehicles to travel to the city centre.

Rent a Car

Passengers who want to rent a car at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport can get a car delivered in a short time by going to the offices of international rent a car companies such as Hertz, AVIS, Europcar, Budget or National. Rental cars are a convenient and fast way to travel and passengers may also choose luxury cars . Remember to take your travel documents and identification papers, which you will need to rent a car, with you. Also, by making reservation in advance, you can get your car ready before you land on the airport and begin driving to the city centre without losing too much time.

Johannesburg Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Wednesday
22 Jul
Cloudy
20°9°
Thursday
23 Jul
Clear
19°10°
Friday
24 Jul
Clear
18°6°
Saturday
25 Jul
Clear
18°5°
Sunday
26 Jul
Clear
19°6°

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