South Africa · ADL to JNB
Adelaide to Johannesburg flights
There's no direct flight from Adelaide to Johannesburg, so every trip has at least one stop. Usually the quickest option is via Perth on Qantas or South African Airways, about 18–20 h including the connection. We check every option live for your dates and tell you which one we'd book.
- Non-stopNo
- Typical journey18–20 h
- Distance10,030 km
- Main connectionsPER · SYD · SIN
Ways to fly Adelaide to Johannesburg
The routings we book most on this route. Journey times are typical totals including the connection.
Qantas (ADL–PER) + Qantas (PER–JNB)PERabout 18–20 hQF65 A330 about 3× weekly (launched Dec 2025); shortest flying time and one Qantas ticket from Adelaide.
Qantas or Virgin Australia (ADL–PER) + South African Airways (PER–JNB)PERabout 18–20 hSAA A340 about 3–5× weekly; the domestic leg is usually a separate ticket — collect bags in Perth and allow 3 h+.Qantas (ADL–SYD) + Qantas (SYD–JNB)SYDabout 20–22 hA380 four times weekly, five weekly 15 Dec 2026–1 Feb 2027; back-tracks east but uses the big jet.
Singapore Airlines (ADL–SIN) + Singapore Airlines (SIN–JNB)SINabout 20–23 hNo domestic leg; Singapore–Johannesburg is daily (cut from 12× weekly) this winter. Singapore Airlines High Achievement Award winner (FY2017/18 and FY2018/19).
Emirates (ADL–DXB) + Emirates (DXB–JNB)DXBabout 25–28 hLong way round, but generous fare-based bags and two daily flights Dubai–Johannesburg.Journey times are estimates: flight times plus a typical connection. Last checked 19 October 2026. Schedules change, and we confirm the exact flights for your dates when we quote.
When to fly to Johannesburg
December–January is peak for family visits (large South African communities in Perth and Sydney). May–September is the dry-season safari peak. February–April is often cheaper. SA school holidays run 12 Dec 2026 – 27 Jan 2027.
Baggage on this route
Allowances depend on the airline and the fare you choose. Low-cost carriers only include the bags you pay for, which matters if you travel with a lot of luggage.
- Qantas
Generally 30 kg in economy on international routes outside the Americas, with no single bag over 32 kg. Official baggage rules
- Virgin Australia
Depends on the fare; most international fares include a checked bag. Official baggage rules
- South African Airways
Depends on the fare; we confirm the exact allowance when we quote. Official baggage rules
- Singapore Airlines
Weight-based. Economy Lite and Value include 25 kg; Standard and Flexi include 30 kg. Official baggage rules
- Emirates
Weight-based by fare, 20–35 kg in economy; Saver fares starting in Australia include 30 kg. Official baggage rules
Leaving from Adelaide Airport (ADL)
Domestic and international flights share one terminal at Adelaide, so families positioning to Melbourne or Sydney for a non-stop start in the same building — but book the domestic leg on the same ticket (or allow 3 h+) because the gateway transfer is the risky part.
Arriving at O. R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg (JNB)
- The Gautrain rapid rail runs from the airport to Sandton (about 15 minutes) and on to Rosebank and Pretoria — the easiest safe option into the city. Otherwise use a pre-booked transfer or an official taxi.
- For Kruger safaris, connect on a short domestic flight to Skukuza, Hoedspruit or Kruger Mpumalanga (Nelspruit), or to Cape Town for the Cape.
- Entry: Australians are visa-exempt for tourist visits of up to 90 days. South Africa's new ETA is optional for visa-exempt travellers. Carry a passport with at least two blank pages: https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/africa/south-africa
Official entry requirements for Australian passport holders. Check before you travel; rules change.
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Adelaide to Johannesburg: your questions
Is there a direct flight from Adelaide to Johannesburg?
No. There are no non-stop flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg. The usual itineraries connect once, most often in PER, SYD, SIN.
How long is the flight from Adelaide to Johannesburg?
With a good connection, Adelaide to Johannesburg typically takes about 18 to 20 hours in total. Long layovers can add more, so we always show you the total journey time alongside the price.
Which airlines fly Adelaide to Johannesburg?
The options we book most are Qantas, Virgin Australia, South African Airways, Singapore Airlines and Emirates. We check all of them live for your dates and recommend the one that fits your budget, baggage and timing.
When is the best time to fly Adelaide to Johannesburg?
December–January is peak for family visits (large South African communities in Perth and Sydney). May–September is the dry-season safari peak. February–April is often cheaper.
Can you book a stopover on the way to Johannesburg?
Yes. Many airlines let you stop for a night or a few days in their hub at little or no extra cost. Tell us where you'd like to break the trip and we'll price it.
Do you match a cheaper fare I found online?
Send us the screenshot. We check it against what we can book, including bags and change conditions, and tell you honestly how it compares.