How long is the flight from Asia to South Africa?

On average, it takes 17h 25m to fly from Asia to South Africa if you fly out of Bangkok (the most popular airport in Asia) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Incheon and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 20h 10m.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and Emirates 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 32% 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.

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

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways, and Etihad Airways 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 August 2026, 93 flights take off from Asia and land in South Africa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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 August 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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11:05 - 13:30BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

14:30 - 2:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

32h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R7 787Ethiopian Air

Mon, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 20

11:05 - 20:10BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

22:50 - 2:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

23h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R7 787Ethiopian Air

Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28

6:45 - 0:15BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 00m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:10 - 1:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

34h 00m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R7 949Kenya Airways

Thu, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 14

5:00 - 8:20BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:45 - 7:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

17h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R8 046Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 30

2:40 - 13:35BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

23:25 - 1:30CPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

22h 35m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R9 762Kenya Airways

Wed, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 24

21:00 - 8:20SIN Singapore Changi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:45 - 9:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SIN Singapore Changi

17h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R10 669Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

14:30 - 13:25BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 25m3 stops Muscat Seeb Manama Bahrain Intl Addis Ababa Bole

17:00 - 1:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

29h 10m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R11 187Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1

11:05 - 14:10BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

19:30 - 2:40CPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

27h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R11 381Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16

4:25 - 17:30BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

7:00 - 8:25CPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

21h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl

R11 527Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 28

4:25 - 8:10BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Cape Town Intl

14:05 - 8:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

14h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R12 903Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 30

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0:20 - 13:25ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

14:30 - 16:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

18h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R13 907Ethiopian Air

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 27

0:20 - 13:25ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

8:20 - 16:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

24h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R13 971Ethiopian Air

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Sep 2

23:55 - 10:15ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

22:20 - 18:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

37h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

R18 132Emirates

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26

23:55 - 16:25ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl

10:05 - 17:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

23h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

R18 278Emirates

Tue, Aug 18 - Mon, Aug 24

0:20 - 13:25ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

20:55 - 6:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

26h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Singapore Changi

R19 492Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 27

1:20 - 9:10ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

20:55 - 19:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

39h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Hong Kong Intl

R20 075Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 17 - Fri, Aug 28

0:20 - 13:25ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

11:10 - 10:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

39h 50m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

R20 431Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Sep 2

1:20 - 20:30ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

50h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Cape Town Intl

14:05 - 17:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

20h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R20 447Qatar Airways

Sun, Aug 16 - Thu, Aug 20

18:20 - 8:25ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:45 - 10:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

18h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R20 561Etihad Airways

Tue, Aug 18 - Mon, Aug 24

1:55 - 7:45ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

11:10 - 22:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

28h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

R29 448Cathay Pacific

Sat, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 22

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14:15 - 19:20SIN Singapore Changi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

11h 05mdirect

20:25 - 13:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SIN Singapore Changi

10h 35mdirect

R17 679Singapore Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 14

14:15 - 19:20SIN Singapore Changi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

11h 05mdirect

20:25 - 13:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SIN Singapore Changi

10h 35mdirect

R20 075Singapore Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

14:15 - 19:20SIN Singapore Changi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

11h 05mdirect

20:25 - 13:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SIN Singapore Changi

10h 35mdirect

R20 609Singapore Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 14

14:15 - 19:20SIN Singapore Changi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

11h 05mdirect

13:45 - 6:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SIN Singapore Changi

10h 35mdirect

R21 143Singapore Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 15

14:15 - 19:20SIN Singapore Changi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

11h 05mdirect

20:25 - 13:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SIN Singapore Changi

10h 35mdirect

R21 305Singapore Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12

14:15 - 19:20SIN Singapore Changi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

11h 05mdirect

13:45 - 6:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SIN Singapore Changi

10h 35mdirect

R21 370Singapore Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 14

14:15 - 19:20SIN Singapore Changi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

11h 05mdirect

20:25 - 13:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SIN Singapore Changi

10h 35mdirect

R21 419Singapore Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 19

14:15 - 19:20SIN Singapore Changi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

11h 05mdirect

20:25 - 13:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SIN Singapore Changi

10h 35mdirect

R23 782Singapore Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Wed, Sep 30

1:30 - 6:10SIN Singapore Changi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 40mdirect

13:40 - 6:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SIN Singapore Changi

10h 35mdirect

R23 896Singapore Airlines

Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Jan 14

14:15 - 19:20SIN Singapore Changi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

11h 05mdirect

20:25 - 13:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-SIN Singapore Changi

10h 35mdirect

R24 106Singapore Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Fri, Oct 23

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Ethiopian Air flights from Asia to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Sept 14

BOM11:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

29h 55m

1 stop

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 20

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 05m

1 stop

BOM2:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R7 787

Ethiopian Air

Sept 9

BOM11:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 35m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 30

JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 45m

1 stop

BOM2:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R7 836

Ethiopian Air

Nov 10

BOM10:50Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

20h 35m

1 stop

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 21

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 45m

1 stop

BOM2:35Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R7 852

Etihad Airways flights from Asia to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Sept 9

BOM5:00Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

30h 50m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 30

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 55m

1 stop

BOM7:10Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R8 046

Etihad Airways

Sept 9

SIN21:00Singapore Changi

17h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 16

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 55m

1 stop

SIN9:40Singapore Changi

R10 669

Etihad Airways

Sept 9

SIN21:00Singapore Changi

17h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 14

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 55m

1 stop

SIN9:40Singapore Changi

R10 993

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MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 14/9

11:05-13:30

1 stop29h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

14:30-2:05

1 stop32h 05m

R7 787

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 25/9

11:05-20:10

1 stop12h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

22:50-2:05

1 stop23h 45m

R7 787

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 3/9

6:45-0:15

1 stop21h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

12:10-1:40

1 stop34h 00m

R7 949

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 9/9

5:00-8:20

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

9:45-7:10

1 stop17h 55m

R8 046

MumbaiCape Town

BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 10/2

2:40-13:35

1 stop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/2

23:25-1:30

1 stop22h 35m

R9 762

Fastest return journey

SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN Singapore Changi - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Wed 9/9

21:00-8:20

1 stop17h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

9:45-9:40

1 stop17h 55m

R10 669

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 24/9

14:30-13:25

3 stops26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

17:00-1:40

1 stop29h 10m

R11 187

MumbaiCape Town

BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 3/9

11:05-14:10

1 stop30h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

19:30-2:40

1 stop27h 40m

R11 381

MumbaiCape Town

BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 16/9

4:25-17:30

1 stop16h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

7:00-8:25

2 stops21h 55m

R11 527

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 9/9

4:25-8:10

2 stops31h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

14:05-8:25

1 stop14h 50m

R12 903

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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 September. Flight prices, which tend to average around R11 818, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in September, then you should wait until November to fly from Asia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R12 013.

What is the cheapest Asia to South Africa flight route?

Fly from Hong Kong Intl 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 950 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 689 on momondo.

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

There are 2 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 72% on your flight if you consider stops on a Asia to South Africa flight.

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Best price found	R19 511
Fastest flight time	11h 05m
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 R19 511

The fastest flight from Asia to South Africa takes 11h 05m

Direct flights go from Asia to South Africa every day.

There are 65 airports in South Africa. From Asia there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT), 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 August 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 081	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 738 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 207	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 027 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R9 345	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 655 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R9 907	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 505 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Air China	PriceFrom R10 155	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 160 reviews	Search Air China flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R10 161	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 453 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R10 465	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 585 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom R11 051	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 232 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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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.

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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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