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 12h 15m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl takes 16h 20m 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.

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 41% more often than any other city in India. Other very common cities that our users travel to are New Delhi and Kochi.

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Multiple Airlines

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Emirates

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JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

12:50-6:05

1 stop13h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 30/4

8:00-19:40

1 stop15h 10m

R7 403

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

17:00-5:35

1 stop33h 05m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 20/2

2:40-0:25

1 stop25h 15m

R7 580

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

8:20-0:55

1 stop13h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 25/2

9:35-20:10

1 stop14h 05m

R8 881

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/2

8:20-0:55

1 stop13h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 28/2

9:35-20:10

1 stop14h 05m

R9 009

Cape TownNew Delhi

CPT - DEL

CPTDEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

12:35-14:55

1 stop22h 50m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 17/3

9:55-17:25

1 stop35h 00m

R9 202

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

13:45-8:30

1 stop15h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 13/3

9:55-3:55

1 stop21h 30m

R9 443

JohannesburgBengaluru

JNB - BLR

JNBBLR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

9:50-8:35

1 stop19h 15m

Bengaluru Intl

Tue 17/2

9:35-8:20

1 stop26h 15m

R10 856

JohannesburgBengaluru

JNB - BLR

JNBBLR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

9:50-8:35

1 stop19h 15m

Bengaluru Intl

Tue 17/2

9:35-8:20

1 stop26h 15m

R10 888

DurbanMumbai

DUR - BOM

DURBOM

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 9/3

19:10-8:25

1 stop33h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 16/3

4:15-17:10

1 stop16h 25m

R11 016

DurbanMumbai

DUR - BOM

DURBOM

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 17/2

19:10-20:25

1 stop21h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 25/2

15:40-17:10

1 stop29h 00m

R11 033

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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 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to India. Keep in mind that there are 11 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 480
Best Round-Trip Price	R7 403
Fastest flight time	17h 10m
Popular in	May

The best one-way flight price to India from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 480 (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 R7 403 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl).

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The fastest flight to India from South Africa takes 17h 10m (Durban King Shaka Intl to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl).

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May has the highest demand for flights to India, with a 2% 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 587 with IndiGo, R1 946 with Air India, and R2 997 with Gulf Air.

Which airlines fly to India?

There are a total of 10 airlines that operate flight routes to India, with Qatar Airways being the most popular option. An estimated 31% 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, 26% of momondo travellers booking flights to India chose to fly into New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl.

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 January 2026.

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.