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.

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.

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

Uganda Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating 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 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 247Uganda Airlines

Thu, May 21 - Mon, Jun 15

8:00 - 19:40

BOM

JNB

15h 10m

1 stop

12:50 - 6:05

JNB

BOM

13h 45m

1 stop

R7 296Uganda Airlines

Thu, May 21 - Mon, Jun 15

8:00 - 19:40

BOM

JNB

15h 10m

1 stop

12:50 - 6:05

JNB

BOM

13h 45m

1 stop

R7 379Uganda 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 462Etihad Airways

Thu, Apr 9 - Fri, Apr 17

10:50 - 3:55

BOM

JNB

20h 35m

1 stop

8:20 - 2:05

JNB

BOM

14h 15m

1 stop

R7 511Ethiopian Air

Sat, Mar 28 - Tue, Mar 31

6:45 - 10:55

BOM

JNB

31h 40m

1 stop

12:10 - 1:30

JNB

BOM

33h 50m

1 stop

R7 677Kenya Airways

Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27

13:50 - 8:20

BOM

JNB

22h 00m

1 stop

9:50 - 7:10

JNB

BOM

17h 50m

1 stop

R7 842Etihad Airways

Tue, May 12 - Sun, Jun 7

2:00 - 13:05

SIN

JNB

17h 05m

1 stop

14:30 - 14:50

JNB

SIN

18h 20m

1 stop

R10 175Ethiopian Air

Sun, Apr 19 - Mon, Apr 27

9:30 - 15:50

KUL

JNB

36h 20m

1 stop

14:45 - 14:45

JNB

KUL

18h 00m

1 stop

R10 837Qatar Airways

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

9:05 - 17:20

BKK

CPT

37h 15m

1 stop

13:00 - 20:45

CPT

BKK

26h 45m

1 stop

R14 195Qatar Airways

Thu, Apr 16 - Wed, Apr 29

Etihad Airways flights from Asia to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Apr 9

BOM23:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 45m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 17

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 25m

1 stop

BOM19:45Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R7 462

Etihad Airways

May 12

BOM13:50Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

22h 00m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 7

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 50m

1 stop

BOM7:10Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R7 842

Etihad Airways

Mar 31

BOM23:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 45m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 17

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 25m

1 stop

BOM19:45Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R8 008

Singapore Airlines flights from Asia to South Africa

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Singapore Airlines

Aug 30

ICN16:45Incheon Intl

32h 50m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 8

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 30m

1 stop

ICN22:20Incheon Intl

R10 407

Singapore Airlines

Jun 4

ICN16:45Incheon Intl

32h 50m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 10

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 30m

1 stop

ICN22:20Incheon Intl

R10 456

Singapore Airlines

Jun 8

ICN11:05Incheon Intl

38h 30m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 13

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 30m

1 stop

ICN22:20Incheon Intl

R11 002

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MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 21/5

8:00-19:40

1 stop15h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

12:50-6:05

1 stop13h 45m

R7 247

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 21/5

8:00-19:40

1 stop15h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

12:50-6:05

1 stop13h 45m

R7 296

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 379

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 9/4

23:05-8:20

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

9:50-19:45

1 stop30h 25m

R7 462

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 28/3

10:50-3:55

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

8:20-2:05

1 stop14h 15m

R7 511

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 20/4

6:45-10:55

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

12:10-1:30

1 stop33h 50m

R7 677

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 12/5

13:50-8:20

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

9:50-7:10

1 stop17h 50m

R7 842

SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN - JNB

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Sun 19/4

2:00-13:05

1 stop17h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

14:30-14:50

1 stop18h 20m

R10 175

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 21/4

9:30-15:50

1 stop36h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

14:45-14:45

1 stop18h 00m

R10 837

BangkokCape Town

BKK - CPT

BKKCPT

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Thu 16/4

9:05-17:20

1 stop37h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/4

13:00-20:45

1 stop26h 45m

R14 195

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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 118, 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 201.

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 213 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 201 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 81% on your flight if you consider stops on a Asia to South Africa flight.

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Best price found	R13 483
Fastest flight time	10h 35m
Direct flights	Mon, 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 483. The best return flight deal from Asia to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R17 991.

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

Direct flights go from Asia to South Africa on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Airlines offering direct flights are: Singapore Airlines 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 084	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 295 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R7 606	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 965 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 187	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 424 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 654	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 744 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R10 386	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 200 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air China	PriceFrom R10 611	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 141 reviews	Search Air China flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R10 694	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 471 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom R11 294	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 198 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R11 376	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 540 reviews	Search Emirates 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.

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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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