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 16h 25m 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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12:50 - 6:05

JNB

BOM

13h 45m1 stop

8:00 - 19:40

BOM

JNB

15h 10m1 stop

R8 004Uganda Airlines

Wed, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 29

17:00 - 1:30

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BOM

29h 00m1 stop

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R8 071Kenya Airways

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Feb 16

8:20 - 2:35

JNB

BOM

14h 45m1 stop

10:50 - 20:10

BOM

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R8 104Ethiopian Air

Mon, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 25

8:20 - 2:35

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BOM

14h 45m1 stop

10:50 - 20:10

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R8 171Ethiopian Air

Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 2

12:35 - 14:45

CPT

DEL

22h 40m1 stop

16:10 - 17:25

DEL

CPT

28h 45m1 stop

R9 885Qatar Airways

Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 17

12:35 - 2:35

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BOM

34h 30m1 stop

4:10 - 10:30

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CPT

33h 50m1 stop

R10 234Qatar Airways

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19:10 - 17:50

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DUR

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R11 449Emirates

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19:10 - 17:50

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19h 10m1 stop

22:00 - 17:10

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DUR

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R11 499Emirates

Sun, Jan 18 - Sat, Feb 7

9:50 - 19:55

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R11 615Etihad Airways

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9:50 - 19:55

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14h 00m1 stop

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JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

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Wed 21/1

12:50-6:05

1 stop13h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 29/1

8:00-19:40

1 stop15h 10m

R8 004

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

17:00-1:30

1 stop29h 00m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 16/2

2:40-0:25

1 stop25h 15m

R8 071

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

8:20-2:35

1 stop14h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 25/2

10:50-20:10

1 stop12h 50m

R8 104

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

8:20-2:35

1 stop14h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 2/3

10:50-20:10

1 stop12h 50m

R8 171

Cape TownNew Delhi

CPT - DEL

CPTDEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/2

12:35-14:45

1 stop22h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 17/2

16:10-17:25

1 stop28h 45m

R9 885

Cape TownMumbai

CPT - BOM

CPTBOM

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/2

12:35-2:35

1 stop34h 30m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 25/2

4:10-10:30

1 stop33h 50m

R10 234

DurbanMumbai

DUR - BOM

DURBOM

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 24/2

19:10-17:50

1 stop19h 10m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 3/3

22:00-17:10

1 stop22h 40m

R11 449

DurbanMumbai

DUR - BOM

DURBOM

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 18/1

19:10-17:50

1 stop19h 10m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 7/2

22:00-17:10

1 stop22h 40m

R11 499

JohannesburgBengaluru

JNB - BLR

JNBBLR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/1

9:50-19:55

1 stop30h 35m

Bengaluru Intl

Sat 24/1

4:20-8:20

1 stop31h 30m

R11 615

JohannesburgBengaluru

JNB - BLR

JNBBLR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/1

9:50-19:55

1 stop30h 35m

Bengaluru Intl

Tue 27/1

21:50-8:20

1 stop14h 00m

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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 12 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 626
Best Round-Trip Price	R8 004
Fastest flight time	14h 55m
Popular in	May

The best one-way flight price to India from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 626 (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 004 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl).

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The fastest flight to India from South Africa takes 14h 55m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji 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 470 with Air India, R1 645 with IndiGo, and R5 561 with Ethiopian Air.

Which airlines fly to India?

There are a total of 11 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, 20% 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 13 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.