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

Kenya 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, 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 35% 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 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.

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.

R5 112 Cheap Flights from Asia to South Africa in 2026

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16:55 - 8:20

BOM

JNB

18h 55m

1 stop

9:45 - 7:10

JNB

BOM

17h 55m

1 stop

R8 991Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

5:00 - 8:15

BOM

JNB

30h 45m

1 stop

9:45 - 7:10

JNB

BOM

17h 55m

1 stop

R9 155Etihad Airways

Fri, Sep 18 - Wed, Sep 23

2:40 - 13:35

BOM

CPT

14h 25m

2 stops

14:25 - 1:40

CPT

BOM

31h 45m

2 stops

R9 994Kenya Airways

Mon, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 13

2:40 - 13:35

BOM

CPT

14h 25m

2 stops

14:25 - 1:40

CPT

BOM

31h 45m

2 stops

R10 257Kenya Airways

Wed, Jul 15 - Thu, Jul 23

19:40 - 9:10

SIN

JNB

19h 30m

1 stop

20:55 - 21:15

JNB

SIN

18h 20m

1 stop

R13 067Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17

10:15 - 3:55

SIN

JNB

23h 40m

1 stop

20:20 - 21:15

JNB

SIN

18h 55m

1 stop

R13 429Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 16

0:20 - 14:10

ICN

CPT

20h 50m

1 stop

13:50 - 16:00

CPT

ICN

19h 10m

1 stop

R13 577Ethiopian Air

Mon, Aug 31 - Thu, Sep 10

0:20 - 14:10

ICN

CPT

20h 50m

1 stop

13:50 - 16:00

CPT

ICN

19h 10m

1 stop

R13 807Ethiopian Air

Sun, Jun 28 - Thu, Jul 9

23:50 - 5:30

TPE

JNB

35h 40m

1 stop

22:20 - 16:15

JNB

TPE

35h 55m

1 stop

R16 536Emirates

Tue, Jul 14 - Wed, Sep 2

0:30 - 20:35

TPE

JNB

26h 05m

1 stop

22:20 - 16:15

JNB

TPE

35h 55m

1 stop

R16 766Emirates

Fri, Aug 7 - Sat, Sep 5

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Singapore Airlines flights from Asia to South Africa

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Singapore Airlines

Oct 13

ICN11:05Incheon Intl

39h 15m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 19

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 05m

1 stop

ICN15:30Incheon Intl

R12 278

Singapore Airlines

Oct 18

ICN9:00Incheon Intl

41h 20m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 24

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 35m

1 stop

ICN22:00Incheon Intl

R12 443

Singapore Airlines

Aug 27

ICN16:45Incheon Intl

33h 35m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 31

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 55m

1 stop

ICN22:20Incheon Intl

R12 476

Emirates flights from Asia to South Africa

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Emirates

Jun 30

BOM16:00Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

28h 10m

1 stop

CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

Sept 27

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

28h 00m

1 stop

BOM20:45Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R13 495

Emirates

Jul 5

SIN0:50Singapore Changi

34h 40m

1 stop

JNB5:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jul 13

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 15m

1 stop

SIN21:45Singapore Changi

R13 807

Emirates

Jul 5

SIN0:50Singapore Changi

34h 40m

1 stop

JNB5:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jul 13

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 15m

1 stop

SIN21:45Singapore Changi

R13 856

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MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 16/9

16:55-8:20

1 stop18h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

9:45-7:10

1 stop17h 55m

R8 991

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 18/9

5:00-8:15

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

9:45-7:10

1 stop17h 55m

R9 155

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 7/9

2:40-13:35

2 stops14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

14:25-1:40

2 stops31h 45m

R9 994

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 15/7

2:40-13:35

2 stops14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/7

14:25-1:40

2 stops31h 45m

R10 257

SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN - JNB

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Thu 10/9

19:40-9:10

1 stop19h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

20:55-21:15

1 stop18h 20m

R13 067

SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN - JNB

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Thu 29/10

10:15-3:55

1 stop23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

20:20-21:15

1 stop18h 55m

R13 429

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Mon 31/8

0:20-14:10

1 stop20h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

13:50-16:00

1 stop19h 10m

R13 577

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Sun 28/6

0:20-14:10

1 stop20h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/7

13:50-16:00

1 stop19h 10m

R13 807

Taipei CityJohannesburg

TPE - JNB

TPEJNB

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Tue 14/7

23:50-5:30

1 stop35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

22:20-16:15

1 stop35h 55m

R16 536

Taipei CityJohannesburg

TPE - JNB

TPEJNB

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Fri 7/8

0:30-20:35

1 stop26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

22:20-16:15

1 stop35h 55m

R16 766

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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 092, 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 585.

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 525 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 473 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 518
Fastest flight time	10h 55m
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 518

The fastest flight from Asia to South Africa takes 10h 55m

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 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 174	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R7 556	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 007 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R9 488	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 591 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R10 059	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 454 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Air China	PriceFrom R10 311	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 155 reviews	Search Air China flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R10 317	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 385 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R10 848	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 546 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom R11 220	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 224 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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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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