What are the most popular cities to visit in India?

For momondo users, the most popular city in India is Mumbai, which is visited about 40% more often than any other city in India. Other very common cities that our users travel to are New Delhi and Kochi.

How long is the flight from South Africa to India?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in India you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl takes 13h 05m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl takes 22h 40m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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Flights to Mumbai

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9:50 - 7:00

JNB

BOM

17h 40m1 stop

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24h 45m1 stop

R8 022Etihad Airways

Wed, Jan 14 - Thu, Feb 12

17:00 - 1:30

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29h 00m1 stop

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R8 106Kenya Airways

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Feb 16

17:00 - 5:35

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33h 05m1 stop

2:40 - 15:50

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R8 139Kenya Airways

Thu, Jan 15 - Tue, Feb 24

8:20 - 0:55

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R9 077Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 28

8:20 - 1:20

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13h 30m1 stop

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R9 412Ethiopian Air

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20:30 - 14:45

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R10 149Qatar Airways

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13:45 - 14:45

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21h 30m1 stop

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Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6

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BOM

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R11 338Emirates

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R11 572Emirates

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21:45 - 9:25

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9:50-7:00

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JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

17:00-1:30

1 stop29h 00m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

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JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

17:00-5:35

1 stop33h 05m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 24/2

2:40-15:50

1 stop16h 40m

R8 139

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

8:20-0:55

1 stop13h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 28/1

9:35-20:10

1 stop14h 05m

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JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

8:20-1:20

1 stop13h 30m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

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9:35-20:10

1 stop14h 05m

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JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

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New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

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JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

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Fri 30/1

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1 stop21h 30m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

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16:10-8:40

1 stop20h 00m

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DurbanMumbai

DUR - BOM

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Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 30/1

19:10-20:25

1 stop21h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

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22:00-17:10

1 stop22h 40m

R11 338

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DUR - BOM

DURBOM

Durban King Shaka Intl

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19:10-17:50

1 stop19h 10m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 7/2

22:00-17:10

1 stop22h 40m

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Cape TownNew Delhi

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CPTDEL

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India flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to India?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to India from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to India. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to India on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about India flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R4 723
Best Round-Trip Price	R8 022
Fastest flight time	13h 10m
Popular in	May

The best one-way flight price to India from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 723 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to India from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R8 022 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl).

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The fastest flight to India from South Africa takes 13h 10m (Cape Town Intl to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl).

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May has the highest demand for flights to India, with a 1% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to India

What is the best airport to land at to visit Karol Bagh?

Flying into New Delhi Airport is typically the best way to visit Karol Bagh, since it is the closest airport to the area.

What is the cheapest flight to India?

The cheapest flights to India recently found by momondo users are R1 480 with Air India, R1 655 with IndiGo, and R5 597 with Ethiopian Air.

Which airlines fly to India?

There are a total of 12 airlines that operate flight routes to India, with Qatar Airways being the most popular option. An estimated 32% of those flying into India choose to fly with Qatar Airways. If you’re unable to find tickets with Qatar Airways, then Emirates and Ethiopian Air are also popular airlines to fly with.

What is the most popular airport in India to fly to?

If you’re unsure where to fly to in India, we recommend booking a flight that arrives at the popular New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl airport, which services New Delhi and its surrounding areas. In the last 12 months, 19% of momondo travellers booking flights to India chose to fly into New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl.

What is the best day of the week to fly to India?

Consider booking a flight to India on a Thursday, which is the cheapest day of the week. You will also find that flying out on a Wednesday is another low-cost option. Try to avoid booking your flight to India on Tuesday, which tends to be the most expensive day of the week.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to India?

Prices for flights to India were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to India?

The number of operators available for flights to India is 14 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to India?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to India.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to India?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to India may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at India. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to India?

It is quick and easy to find flights to India on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to India that suits you.

Can I find flights to India with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to India with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights to India?

momondo helps you find the best flight to India by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight to India right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes. momondo can track flight prices for India and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.