Cheap Flights To South Africa From Australia - From $1503 Return

Flights to South Africa from $1,503 Return

01 October, 2026

Destinations in South Africa
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Destination Profile

Capping off a whole continent in style, South Africa packs in everything from lion-stalked savannahs to wave-bashed shores patrolled by whales and sharks. Bucket-list adventures are just waiting to unfold here. They can take you along the jaw-dropping cliffs and coves of the Garden Route, through idyllic swathes of emerald vineyard under the mountains of Stellenbosch, and down to penguin-trodden beaches that flow to surfer vibes. Back inland and safaris are the name of the game. Kruger, Mala Mala and the Shamwari often top the bill, touting visions of elephants, cheetahs, and wildebeest. Cheap flights to South Africa from Australia can even be with airlines that go direct. For those, be sure to check out deals leaving from Sydney and Perth.

Top sights In South Africa

Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park

The Kruger National Park hosts the fabled Big 5 game of Africa. Come here to see buffalos, elephants, leopards, rhinos, and lions.

The Garden Route
The Garden Route

The road trip of a lifetime is what's on offer from the Garden Route. It's got whales, penguins, surf breaks and wine between the Western Cape and the Eastern Cape.

Cape Town
Cape Town

Cape Town is a stunner of a city, framed by Table Mountain and fringed by gorgeous beaches.

Questions & Answers

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

At the moment, October/2026 is the lowest-price time of year to travel to South Africa. The most expensive time is September/2026.

What airlines fly direct to South Africa?

Qantas and South African fly non-stop between Australia and South Africa.

What is the cheapest airline that flies to South Africa?

The cheapest airline that flies to South Africa from Australia is Singapore Airlines.

What is the best airline to fly to South Africa?

Singapore Airlines is the best airline to fly between Australia and South Africa. If you would like direct flights then Qantas is the best.

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