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

Etihad Airways, Air Tanzania, and Uganda Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Asia to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific 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 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.

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13:50 - 8:20

BOM

JNB

22h 00m

1 stop

9:50 - 7:10

JNB

BOM

17h 50m

1 stop

R8 703Etihad Airways

Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 14

23:05 - 8:20

BOM

JNB

12h 45m

1 stop

9:50 - 7:10

JNB

BOM

17h 50m

1 stop

R8 719Etihad Airways

Tue, Jun 16 - Wed, Jul 22

6:45 - 6:00

BOM

CPT

26h 45m

1 stop

7:20 - 1:40

CPT

BOM

14h 50m

1 stop

R9 029Kenya Airways

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 20

6:45 - 6:00

BOM

CPT

26h 45m

1 stop

14:25 - 1:40

CPT

BOM

31h 45m

2 stops

R9 062Kenya Airways

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 20

1:40 - 20:35

SIN

JNB

24h 55m

1 stop

13:30 - 8:35

JNB

SIN

37h 05m

1 stop

R13 837Emirates

Wed, Jun 17 - Sun, Jun 21

1:40 - 16:15

SIN

JNB

20h 35m

1 stop

13:30 - 15:00

JNB

SIN

19h 30m

1 stop

R13 869Emirates

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 3

0:20 - 14:10

ICN

CPT

20h 50m

1 stop

13:50 - 16:00

CPT

ICN

19h 10m

1 stop

R14 179Ethiopian Air

Mon, Jun 29 - Tue, Jul 28

0:20 - 13:00

ICN

CPT

19h 40m

1 stop

13:50 - 16:00

CPT

ICN

19h 10m

1 stop

R14 668Ethiopian Air

Fri, Jun 19 - Wed, Jun 24

19:00 - 15:20

MNL

JNB

26h 20m

1 stop

14:45 - 16:35

JNB

MNL

19h 50m

1 stop

R15 401Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Oct 13

19:00 - 15:20

MNL

JNB

26h 20m

1 stop

14:45 - 16:35

JNB

MNL

19h 50m

1 stop

R15 613Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Oct 20

Etihad Airways flights from Asia to South Africa

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

Etihad Airways

Oct 6

BOM13:50Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

22h 00m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 14

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 50m

1 stop

BOM7:10Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R8 703

Etihad Airways

Jun 16

BOM23:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 45m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jul 22

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 50m

1 stop

BOM7:10Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R8 719

Etihad Airways

Jun 16

BOM11:20Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

24h 25m

1 stop

JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 20

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 55m

1 stop

BOM20:10Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R8 736

Kenya Airways flights from Asia to South Africa

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Kenya Airways

Oct 5

BOM2:40Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

16h 40m

1 stop

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 14

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 00m

1 stop

BOM1:40Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R9 013

Kenya Airways

Oct 5

BOM2:40Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

25h 05m

1 stop

JNB0:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 13

JNB1:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 55m

1 stop

BOM1:40Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R9 029

Kenya Airways

Oct 5

BOM2:40Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

11h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 13

JNB1:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 55m

1 stop

BOM1:40Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R9 062

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MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 6/10

13:50-8:20

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/10

9:50-7:10

1 stop17h 50m

R8 703

Fastest return journey

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 16/6

23:05-8:20

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

9:50-7:10

1 stop17h 50m

R8 719

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 5/10

6:45-6:00

1 stop26h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

7:20-1:40

1 stop14h 50m

R9 029

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 5/10

6:45-6:00

1 stop26h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

14:25-1:40

2 stops31h 45m

R9 062

SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN - JNB

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Wed 17/6

1:40-20:35

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

13:30-8:35

1 stop37h 05m

R13 837

SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN - JNB

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Wed 19/8

1:40-16:15

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

13:30-15:00

1 stop19h 30m

R13 869

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Mon 29/6

0:20-14:10

1 stop20h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/7

13:50-16:00

1 stop19h 10m

R14 179

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Fri 19/6

0:20-13:00

1 stop19h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/6

13:50-16:00

1 stop19h 10m

R14 668

ManilaJohannesburg

MNL - JNB

MNLJNB

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 15/9

19:00-15:20

1 stop26h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

14:45-16:35

1 stop19h 50m

R15 401

ManilaJohannesburg

MNL - JNB

MNLJNB

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 22/9

19:00-15:20

1 stop26h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

14:45-16:35

1 stop19h 50m

R15 613

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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 November. Flight prices, which tend to average around R10 056, 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 496.

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 126 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 457 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 77% 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	R20 454
Fastest flight time	10h 55m
Direct flights	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, 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 R20 454. The best return flight deal from Asia to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R21 018.

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

Direct flights go from Asia to South Africa on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is Cathay Pacific..

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
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R7 225	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 006 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R7 881	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 445 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R9 407	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 581 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 510	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R10 229	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 357 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air China	PriceFrom R10 452	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 154 reviews	Search Air China flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R10 756	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 530 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom R11 125	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 222 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

Why use momondo?

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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