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

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 33% 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.

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.

R5 113 Cheap Flights from Asia to South Africa in 2026

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10:50 - 13:05-

29h 45m

22:50 - 2:35-

24h 15m

R8 032Ethiopian Air

Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 17

11:05 - 20:10-

12h 35m

8:20 - 2:05-

14h 15m

R8 065Ethiopian Air

Tue, Aug 25 - Fri, Aug 28

13:45 - 8:20-

22h 05m

9:50 - 7:00-

17h 40m

R8 577Etihad Airways

Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Jan 7

11:05 - 8:20-

24h 45m

9:50 - 7:00-

17h 40m

R8 577Etihad Airways

Thu, Dec 10 - Fri, Jan 8

6:45 - 0:15-

21h 00m

12:10 - 1:40-

34h 00m

R9 286Kenya Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 23

6:45 - 0:15-

21h 00m

17:00 - 1:40-

29h 10m

R9 286Kenya Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 24

11:05 - 10:25-

26h 50m

19:35 - 2:05-

27h 00m

R11 677Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30

23:50 - 19:20-

26h 30m

20:25 - 15:40-

36h 15m

R12 007Singapore Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 24

15:15 - 8:20-

20h 35m

1:15 - 1:40-

20h 55m

R12 123Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 21

16:45 - 19:20-

33h 35m

20:25 - 15:40-

36h 15m

R13 442Singapore Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 24

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Ethiopian Air flights from Asia to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Dec 8

BOM10:50Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

29h 45m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 17

JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m

1 stop

BOM2:35Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R8 032

Ethiopian Air

Aug 25

BOM11:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 35m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 28

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 15m

1 stop

BOM2:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R8 065

Ethiopian Air

Aug 17

BOM11:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 35m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 20

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 05m

1 stop

BOM2:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R8 082

Kenya Airways flights from Asia to South Africa

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Asia to South Africa flight tickets

Kenya Airways

Sept 10

BOM6:45Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

21h 00m

1 stop

JNB0:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 24

JNB1:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 55m

1 stop

BOM1:40Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R9 286

Kenya Airways

Sept 7

BOM6:45Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 35m

1 stop

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 15

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 00m

1 stop

BOM1:40Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R9 500

Kenya Airways

Oct 26

BOM2:40Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

14h 25m

1 stop

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

Oct 31

CPT14:20Cape Town Intl

35h 45m

1 stop

BOM5:35Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R9 550

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MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 8/12

10:50-13:05

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/12

22:50-2:35

1 stop24h 15m

R8 032

Fastest return journey

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 25/8

11:05-20:10

1 stop12h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

8:20-2:05

1 stop14h 15m

R8 065

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 10/12

13:45-8:20

1 stop22h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/1

9:50-7:00

1 stop17h 40m

R8 577

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 10/12

11:05-8:20

1 stop24h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/1

9:50-7:00

1 stop17h 40m

R8 577

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 10/9

6:45-0:15

1 stop21h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

12:10-1:40

1 stop34h 00m

R9 286

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 10/9

6:45-0:15

1 stop21h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

17:00-1:40

1 stop29h 10m

R9 286

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 23/9

11:05-10:25

2 stops26h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

19:35-2:05

2 stops27h 00m

R11 677

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Thu 15/10

23:50-19:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

20:25-15:40

1 stop36h 15m

R12 007

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 15/9

15:15-8:20

3 stops20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

1:15-1:40

1 stop20h 55m

R12 123

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Tue 13/10

16:45-19:20

1 stop33h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

20:25-15:40

1 stop36h 15m

R13 442

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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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 R12 123, 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 222.

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 R13 145 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 908 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	R24 566
Fastest flight time	10h 40m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Asia in the past 72 hours is R24 566. The best return flight deal from Asia to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R19 877.

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 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 195	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 736 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R7 312	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 016 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R9 520	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 641 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R10 094	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 498 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Air China	PriceFrom R10 346	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 159 reviews	Search Air China flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R10 352	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 436 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R10 661	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 584 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom R11 259	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 230 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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