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Summary info about India flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R4 677

Best Round-Trip Price

R6 733

Fastest flight time

13h 15m

Operated By

5 airlines
The best one-way flight price to India from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 677 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl).
The best round-trip flight price to India from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R6 733 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl).
The fastest flight to India from South Africa takes 13h 15m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl).
There are 5 airlines operating flights to India, including Air India, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways.

India flights insights and trends

Explore insights for your India flight to craft the best travel plan

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 38% 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 30h 05m 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.

Which airlines fly to India?

There are a total of 13 airlines that operate flight routes to India, with Emirates being the most popular option. An estimated 33% of those flying into India choose to fly with Emirates. If you’re unable to find tickets with Emirates, then Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways are also popular airlines to fly with.

Popular cities and sights

Looking to visit India? Check out these cities and spend time seeing some of the most popular sights in the country
Mumbai

Mumbai

Maharashtra

Gateway of India

Haji Ali Dargah

Mani Bhavan

Juhu Beach

St. Thomas Cathedral

New Delhi

New Delhi

National Capital Territory of India

India Gate

Red Fort

Karol Bagh

Humayun's Tomb

National Gandhi Museum

Kochi

Kochi

Kerala

Jain Temple

Spice Market

Chinese Fishing Nets

St. Francis Church

Mattancherry Palace

Chennai

Chennai

Tamil Nadu

Parthasarathy Temple

Marina Beach

Valluvar Kottam

Chennai Snake Park

Madras Music Academy

Hyderabad

Hyderabad

Telangana

Gachibowli Indoor Stadium

Taramati Baradari

Mecca Masjid

Chowmahalla Palace

Nehru Zoological Park

Bengaluru

Bengaluru

Karnataka

Bangalore Palace

ISKCON Temple

Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum

Bangalore International Exhibition Centre

Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple

Thiruvananthapuram

Thiruvananthapuram

Kerala

Kovalam Beach

Lighthouse Beach

Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple

Napier Museum

Hawah Beach

Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad

Gujarat

Swaminarayan Temple

Sardar Patel Stadium

Jama Masjid Mosque

Hathi Singh Temple

Sanskar Kendra Museum

Varanasi

Varanasi

Uttar Pradesh

Hanuman Ghat

Marnikanika Ghat

Dharmarajika Stupa

Tulsi Ghat

Durga Temple

Kolkata

Kolkata

West Bengal

Victoria Memorial

Nicco Park

Birla Planetarium

Armenian Ghat

New Market

Vasco da Gama

Vasco da Gama

Goa

Bogmallo Beach

Rajkot

Rajkot

Gujarat

Watson Museum

Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Ground

Ranjit Vilas Palace


Cheapest flights to cities in India

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Mumbai
Mumbai

Useful information for your flight to India

Get up-to-date answers for some of the most frequently asked questions regarding flying to India

What popular landmarks are in India?

What is the best airport to land at to visit Calangute Beach?

Flying into Vasco da Gama Airport is typically the best way to visit Calangute Beach, 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 109 with IndiGo, R1 183 with Air India, and R1 308 with Air India Express.

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

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?

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.


Recent flights found to popular cities in India

Find flights to these popular cities in India from your nearest airport.

Cheapest flight routes to India

These routes have the cheapest flights to India found by momondo users in South Africa
DepartingDestinationBest TimeBest Price
JohannesburgMumbai13h 15mR6 733
JohannesburgNew Delhi13h 05mR9 392
DurbanMumbai18h 00mR10 241
Cape TownMumbai16h 00mR12 165
JohannesburgVasco da Gama25h 30mR12 825
JohannesburgBengaluru13h 40mR13 051
JohannesburgKochi15h 40mR13 127
DurbanNew Delhi22h 55mR13 768
Cape TownNew Delhi30h 05mR14 522
JohannesburgKolkata44h 40mR15 201
JohannesburgKozhikode24h 30mR15 711
JohannesburgMangalore19h 30mR16 371
DurbanHyderabad17h 15mR19 313
Cape TownChennai30h 00mR19 464
Cape TownMangalore38h 00mR19 596
Cape TownTirupati43h 55mR20 558
PietermaritzburgHyderabad38h 00mR23 934

Useful information for finding India flight deals

Learn about all of the flight booking features offered by momondo for free.
  • How do I get Price Alerts for flights to India?

    Search flight deals to India. While viewing offers, you’ll have the option to create a Price Alert.

  • How can I save money on flights to India with momondo?

    By using tools like our “Price Calendar”, you can see the best day to fly round-trip for your travels. Our “Price Forecast” tool uses AI to predict whether you should purchase or hold off on booking for potentially cheaper prices. Explore shows you all flight options from a city or airport to build your own unique adventure. The Discover blog also provides valuable insights for saving money while booking your experience. After searching you can toggle on “Price Alerts” to track prices for your desired flight and book at the ideal moment.

  • How does momondo find its flight prices?

    We show prices from over 700+ competitors with a single click. With options from airlines and OTAs from across our 30 international markets, we are able to show you a diverse range of deals to create your adventure.


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.


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