What is the cheapest airline that flies from Asia to South Africa?

Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Asia to South Africa

How many flights depart from Asia to South Africa on average per week?

As of June 2026, 97 flights take off from Asia and land in South Africa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Asia according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Asia to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Asia to South Africa were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Asia to South Africa?

As of June 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Asia to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Asia to South Africa?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Asia to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

R4 955 Cheap Flights from Asia to South Africa in 2026

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11:05 - 14:10

BOM

CPT

30h 35m

1 stop

15:10 - 2:05

CPT

BOM

31h 25m

1 stop

R8 027Ethiopian Air

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14

11:05 - 13:00

BOM

CPT

29h 25m

1 stop

15:10 - 2:05

CPT

BOM

31h 25m

1 stop

R8 340Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jul 9 - Wed, Oct 7

11:05 - 13:00

BOM

CPT

29h 25m

1 stop

13:50 - 2:05

CPT

BOM

32h 45m

1 stop

R8 555Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jul 9 - Tue, Oct 6

4:05 - 13:00

BOM

CPT

12h 25m

1 stop

15:10 - 2:05

CPT

BOM

31h 25m

1 stop

R8 720Ethiopian Air

Fri, Jul 10 - Wed, Oct 7

5:00 - 8:20

BOM

JNB

30h 50m

1 stop

9:45 - 19:00

JNB

BOM

29h 45m

1 stop

R9 645Etihad Airways

Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 14

5:00 - 8:20

BOM

JNB

30h 50m

1 stop

9:45 - 19:00

JNB

BOM

29h 45m

1 stop

R9 827Etihad Airways

Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 14

1:00 - 15:50

BKK

JNB

19h 50m

1 stop

1:15 - 13:30

JNB

BKK

31h 15m

1 stop

R11 396Kenya Airways

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

10:35 - 5:30

SIN

JNB

24h 55m

1 stop

19:10 - 8:35

JNB

SIN

31h 25m

1 stop

R13 824Emirates

Wed, Jul 22 - Wed, Jul 29

0:50 - 5:30

SIN

JNB

34h 40m

1 stop

22:20 - 15:00

JNB

SIN

34h 40m

1 stop

R13 840Emirates

Wed, Aug 12 - Thu, Aug 27

19:40 - 9:10

SIN

JNB

19h 30m

1 stop

14:05 - 15:45

JNB

SIN

19h 40m

1 stop

R13 873Qatar Airways

Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12

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Air China flights from Asia to South Africa

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Air China

Sept 8

TPE13:00Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

24h 40m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 14

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 00m

2 stops

TPE17:10Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

R18 580

Air China

Jun 27

TPE14:40Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

47h 00m

3 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jul 13

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

45h 15m

2 stops

TPE13:25Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

R33 923

Singapore Airlines flights from Asia to South Africa

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Asia to South Africa flight tickets

Singapore Airlines

Nov 4

DEL21:45New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

39h 10m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Nov 12

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

29h 50m

2 stops

DEL20:00New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

R11 379

Singapore Airlines

Nov 4

DEL21:45New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

39h 10m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Nov 12

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

29h 50m

2 stops

DEL20:00New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

R11 396

Singapore Airlines

Nov 4

DEL21:45New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

39h 10m

2 stops

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

Nov 12

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

27h 50m

3 stops

DEL18:00New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

R13 147

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11:05-14:10

1 stop30h 35m

Cape Town Intl

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15:10-2:05

1 stop31h 25m

R8 027

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 9/7

11:05-13:00

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

15:10-2:05

1 stop31h 25m

R8 340

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 9/7

11:05-13:00

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/10

13:50-2:05

1 stop32h 45m

R8 555

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 10/7

4:05-13:00

1 stop12h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

15:10-2:05

1 stop31h 25m

R8 720

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 6/10

5:00-8:20

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/10

9:45-19:00

1 stop29h 45m

R9 645

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 6/10

5:00-8:20

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/10

9:45-19:00

1 stop29h 45m

R9 827

BangkokJohannesburg

BKK - JNB

BKKJNB

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 8/9

1:00-15:50

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

1:15-13:30

1 stop31h 15m

R11 396

SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN - JNB

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Wed 22/7

10:35-5:30

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/7

19:10-8:35

1 stop31h 25m

R13 824

SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN - JNB

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Wed 12/8

0:50-5:30

1 stop34h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/8

22:20-15:00

1 stop34h 40m

R13 840

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SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN - JNB

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Sat 5/9

19:40-9:10

1 stop19h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

14:05-15:45

1 stop19h 40m

R13 873

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Asia to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Asia is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around R10 141, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in November, then you should wait until October to fly from Asia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R10 636.

What is the cheapest Asia to South Africa flight route?

Fly from Singapore Changi to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best Asia - South Africa flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Asia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R12 585 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Asia for as low as R11 528 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Asia to South Africa flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Asia to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Asia to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 85% on your flight if you consider stops on a Asia to South Africa flight.

Cheap Asia to South Africa flight deals and tips

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Best price found	R21 622
Fastest flight time	10h 40m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The best flight deal from Asia to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R21 622

The fastest flight from Asia to South Africa takes 10h 40m

Direct flights go from Asia to South Africa every day.

There are 65 airports in South Africa. From Asia there are direct flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Asia to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Asia to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Asia to South Africa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Asia to South Africa?
As of June 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Asia to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Asia to South Africa?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Asia to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Asia to South Africa

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Asia to South Africa with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R6 204	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R7 593	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 007 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R9 533	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 598 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R10 107	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 463 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Air China	PriceFrom R10 360	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 155 reviews	Search Air China flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R10 366	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 394 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R10 900	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 554 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom R11 274	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 226 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Asia to South Africa?

Finding the right flight to South Africa from Asia is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to South Africa quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights from Asia to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to South Africa from Asia on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights from Asia to South Africa?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to South Africa from Asia.

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