How long is the flight from India to South Africa?

On average, it takes 10h 55m to fly from India to South Africa if you fly out of Mumbai (the most popular airport in India) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Bengaluru and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 15h 15m.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways and Kenya Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from India according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 56% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 7 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 India to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways, and Kenya Airways are the most popular carriers operating from India to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from India to South Africa?

Prices for flights from India to South Africa were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from India to South Africa?

As of March 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from India to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from India to South Africa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from India to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable 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 219Uganda Airlines

Thu, May 21 - Wed, Jun 3

8:00 - 19:40

BOM

JNB

15h 10m

1 stop

12:50 - 6:05

JNB

BOM

13h 45m

1 stop

R7 235Uganda Airlines

Thu, May 21 - Mon, Jun 15

23:05 - 8:20

BOM

JNB

12h 45m

1 stop

9:50 - 19:45

JNB

BOM

30h 25m

1 stop

R7 450Etihad 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 500Ethiopian Air

Sat, Mar 28 - Tue, Mar 31

11:05 - 3:55

BOM

JNB

20h 20m

1 stop

8:20 - 2:05

JNB

BOM

14h 15m

1 stop

R7 533Ethiopian Air

Sat, Apr 18 - Sun, Apr 26

6:45 - 13:35

BOM

CPT

34h 20m

2 stops

14:20 - 1:30

CPT

BOM

31h 40m

1 stop

R8 458Kenya Airways

Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25

10:00 - 8:20

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JNB

25h 50m

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9:50 - 8:45

JNB

BLR

19h 25m

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R8 474Etihad Airways

Fri, Apr 3 - Sun, Apr 12

6:45 - 13:35

BOM

CPT

34h 20m

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14:25 - 1:30

CPT

BOM

31h 35m

2 stops

R8 474Kenya Airways

Mon, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 28

4:20 - 17:20

MAA

CPT

16h 30m

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13:00 - 2:40

CPT

MAA

34h 10m

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R12 505Qatar Airways

Fri, Apr 17 - Fri, Apr 24

4:20 - 17:20

MAA

CPT

16h 30m

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13:00 - 2:40

CPT

MAA

34h 10m

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R12 587Qatar Airways

Fri, Apr 17 - Fri, Apr 24

Etihad Airways flights from India 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 450

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 830

Etihad Airways

Mar 31

BOM23:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 45m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 11

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 25m

1 stop

BOM19:45Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

R8 012

Singapore Airlines flights from India to South Africa

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Singapore Airlines

Jun 11

DEL9:00New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

37h 05m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 28

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 45m

1 stop

DEL20:05New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

R10 638

Singapore Airlines

Mar 19

BLR17:55Bengaluru Intl

28h 10m

2 stops

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 23

JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 30m

1 stop

BLR10:55Bengaluru Intl

R23 226

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8:00-19:40

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R7 219

MumbaiJohannesburg

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Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 21/5

8:00-19:40

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12:50-6:05

1 stop13h 45m

R7 235

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

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23:05-8:20

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9:50-19:45

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R7 450

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

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Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

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8:20-2:05

1 stop14h 15m

R7 500

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

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11:05-3:55

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8:20-2:05

1 stop14h 15m

R7 533

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 18/4

6:45-13:35

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Cape Town Intl

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R8 458

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Bengaluru Intl

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R8 474

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

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Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

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6:45-13:35

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Cape Town Intl

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14:25-1:30

2 stops31h 35m

R8 474

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

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Chennai

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4:20-17:20

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Cape Town Intl

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MAA - CPT

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Chennai

Fri 17/4

4:20-17:20

1 stop16h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

13:00-2:40

1 stop34h 10m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from India is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around R7 681, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in November, then you should wait until September to fly from India, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R7 780.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from India when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R8 477 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 India for as low as R7 318 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 59% on your flight if you consider stops on a India to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	10h 55m
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The fastest flight from India to South Africa takes 10h 55m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from India to South Africa?
Prices for flights from India to South Africa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from India to South Africa?
As of March 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from India to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from India to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from India to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from India to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R4 608	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 965 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R6 397	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 295 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Uganda Airlines	PriceFrom R6 925	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0	Search Uganda Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R7 093	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 746 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R7 336	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 424 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Air Tanzania	PriceFrom R8 261	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,0 22 reviews	Search Air Tanzania flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R11 245	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 540 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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