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

As of March 2026, 118 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.

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

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

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, Cathay Pacific and Qatar 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 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 9 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 March 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.

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8:00 - 19:40

BOM

JNB

15h 10m

1 stop

12:50 - 6:05

JNB

BOM

13h 45m

1 stop

R7 497Uganda Airlines

Thu, May 14 - Wed, May 27

8:00 - 19:40

BOM

JNB

15h 10m

1 stop

12:50 - 6:05

JNB

BOM

13h 45m

1 stop

R7 548Uganda Airlines

Thu, May 21 - Wed, Jun 3

8:00 - 19:40

BOM

JNB

15h 10m

1 stop

12:50 - 6:05

JNB

BOM

13h 45m

1 stop

R7 565Uganda Airlines

Thu, May 21 - Wed, Jun 3

23:05 - 8:20

BOM

JNB

12h 45m

1 stop

9:50 - 19:45

JNB

BOM

30h 25m

1 stop

R7 616Etihad Airways

Fri, Apr 17 - Fri, Apr 24

23:05 - 8:15

BOM

JNB

12h 40m

1 stop

9:45 - 19:45

JNB

BOM

30h 30m

1 stop

R7 836Etihad Airways

Thu, Apr 2 - Sun, Apr 5

9:30 - 15:50

KUL

JNB

36h 20m

1 stop

14:45 - 14:45

JNB

KUL

18h 00m

1 stop

R11 458Qatar Airways

Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, May 18

1:00 - 0:15

BKK

JNB

28h 15m

1 stop

17:00 - 13:30

JNB

BKK

15h 30m

1 stop

R11 576Kenya Airways

Thu, May 7 - Fri, Jun 12

0:20 - 13:00

ICN

CPT

19h 40m

1 stop

13:50 - 16:00

CPT

ICN

19h 10m

1 stop

R12 591Ethiopian Air

Sun, Apr 5 - Tue, May 5

0:25 - 14:35

HKG

CPT

20h 10m

1 stop

13:50 - 14:55

CPT

HKG

19h 05m

1 stop

R12 693Ethiopian Air

Fri, May 15 - Wed, May 20

0:55 - 17:20

HKG

CPT

22h 25m

1 stop

13:00 - 23:20

CPT

HKG

28h 20m

1 stop

R14 250Qatar Airways

Fri, Apr 17 - Wed, Apr 22

Singapore Airlines flights from Asia to South Africa

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Singapore Airlines

Jul 21

SIN13:55Singapore Changi

10h 40m

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 3

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 25m

SIN12:15Singapore Changi

R11 305

Singapore Airlines

Jul 21

SIN13:55Singapore Changi

10h 40m

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 3

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 25m

SIN12:15Singapore Changi

R11 373

Singapore Airlines

Aug 29

SIN13:55Singapore Changi

10h 40m

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 12

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 25m

SIN12:15Singapore Changi

R13 133

Uganda Airlines flights from Asia to South Africa

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Uganda Airlines

May 14

BOM8:00Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

15h 10m

1 stop

JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 27

JNB12:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 45m

1 stop

BOM6:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R7 497

Uganda Airlines

May 21

BOM8:00Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

15h 10m

1 stop

JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 3

JNB12:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 45m

1 stop

BOM6:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R7 548

Uganda Airlines

May 21

BOM8:00Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

15h 10m

1 stop

JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 3

JNB12:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 45m

1 stop

BOM6:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R7 565

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MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 14/5

8:00-19:40

1 stop15h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

12:50-6:05

1 stop13h 45m

R7 497

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 21/5

8:00-19:40

1 stop15h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

12:50-6:05

1 stop13h 45m

R7 548

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 21/5

8:00-19:40

1 stop15h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

12:50-6:05

1 stop13h 45m

R7 565

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 17/4

23:05-8:20

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

9:50-19:45

1 stop30h 25m

R7 616

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 2/4

23:05-8:15

1 stop12h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

9:45-19:45

1 stop30h 30m

R7 836

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 23/4

9:30-15:50

1 stop36h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

14:45-14:45

1 stop18h 00m

R11 458

BangkokJohannesburg

BKK - JNB

BKKJNB

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Thu 7/5

1:00-0:15

1 stop28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

17:00-13:30

1 stop15h 30m

R11 576

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Sun 5/4

0:20-13:00

1 stop19h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

13:50-16:00

1 stop19h 10m

R12 591

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 15/5

0:25-14:35

1 stop20h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

13:50-14:55

1 stop19h 05m

R12 693

Hong KongCape Town

HKG - CPT

HKGCPT

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 17/4

0:55-17:20

1 stop22h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/4

13:00-23:20

1 stop28h 20m

R14 250

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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 May. Flight prices, which tend to average around R11 373, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in May, then you should wait until February to fly from Asia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R11 458.

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 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 493 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 458 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 70% on your flight if you consider stops on a Asia to South Africa flight.

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Best price found	R13 792
Fastest flight time	10h 35m
Direct flights	Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat and Sun
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Asia in the past 72 hours is R13 792. The best return flight deal from Asia to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R18 403.

The fastest flight from Asia to South Africa takes 10h 35m

Direct flights go from Asia to South Africa on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Airlines offering direct flights are: Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Air China.

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

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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 March 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

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R7 246	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 296 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R7 780	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 972 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 374	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 426 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 875	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 739 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R10 624	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 207 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air China	PriceFrom R10 854	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 141 reviews	Search Air China flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R10 940	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 475 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom R11 553	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 198 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R11 637	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 542 reviews	Search Emirates 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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