Johannesburg to Sydney flights
Sydney lies 11,041 km (6,860 mi) south-east of Johannesburg, +8 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 14 h 54 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Johannesburg | Sydney | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | Australia |
| Population | 9.4 million | 5.6 million |
| Elevation | 1,767 m (5,797 ft) | 58 m (190 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+10 (Australia/Sydney) |
| Nearest large airport | JNB, 21 km out | SYD, 9 km out |
| Postal codes | 2000–2198 | 1001–2001 |
Clocks in Sydney are 8 h ahead of Johannesburg right now, so a 14 h 54 min journey lands 22 h 54 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Sydney
Crossing from South Africa into Australia: money changes from the Rand to the Dollar (AUD); sockets are AS/NZS 3112; the dialling code becomes +61; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q2806478.
Airports at each end
Leaving Johannesburg
Johannesburg is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), 21 km (13 mi) from the centre, whose 14,495-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Lanseria International Airport (HLA, 32 km).
Arriving in Sydney
Sydney is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 12,999-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport | SYD | 9 km (6 mi) | 12,999 ft | 21 ft |
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Staying in Sydney
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Common questions
How far is Sydney from Johannesburg?
11,041 km (6,860 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Johannesburg.
How long does it take to get from Johannesburg to Sydney by air?
About 14 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Johannesburg and Sydney?
Sydney is 8 h ahead at the moment (Australia/Sydney against Africa/Johannesburg).
Which airports are used for Johannesburg to Sydney flights?
Typically O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD).
What currency do I need in Sydney?
The Dollar (AUD).
Where can I stay in Sydney?
Our booking partner lists 2,587+ places to stay in Sydney, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.