What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Asia?

Uganda Airlines, Kenya Airways, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Asia

How long is the flight from South Africa to Asia?

The flight from South Africa to Asia depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg (a popular airport in South Africa) to Copenhagen (the most popular airport in Asia), then the flight time is 15h 40m on average. If you fly from Durban (another popular airport in South Africa) to Copenhagen, then the average flight time is 18h 20m.

Which airlines fly to Asia?

Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Asia from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Asia. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Asia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to Asia refresh daily.

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

As of January 2026, there are 17 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Asia.

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

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 South Africa to Asia.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Asia trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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12:50 - 6:05

JNB

BOM

13h 45m

1 stop

8:00 - 19:40

BOM

JNB

15h 10m

1 stop

R7 403Uganda Airlines

Wed, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 30

17:00 - 5:35

JNB

BOM

33h 05m

1 stop

2:40 - 0:25

BOM

JNB

25h 15m

1 stop

R7 580Kenya Airways

Thu, Feb 5 - Fri, Feb 20

19:50 - 20:00

JNB

BKK

19h 10m

1 stop

9:20 - 18:35

BKK

JNB

14h 15m

1 stop

R9 491Singapore Airlines

Fri, May 29 - Fri, Jul 10

9:50 - 18:10

JNB

BKK

27h 20m

1 stop

9:15 - 8:20

BKK

JNB

28h 05m

1 stop

R9 523Etihad Airways

Sun, May 3 - Tue, May 12

19:55 - 17:00

JNB

BKK

16h 05m

1 stop

9:35 - 18:35

BKK

JNB

14h 00m

1 stop

R9 539Singapore Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 16

19:10 - 18:20

JNB

BKK

18h 10m

1 stop

3:15 - 5:30

BKK

JNB

31h 15m

1 stop

R9 571Emirates

Wed, Apr 1 - Mon, Apr 6

9:50 - 11:45

JNB

BKK

20h 55m

1 stop

14:40 - 8:20

BKK

JNB

22h 40m

1 stop

R9 619Etihad Airways

Mon, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 17

22:20 - 7:35

JNB

BKK

28h 15m

1 stop

9:30 - 20:35

BKK

JNB

16h 05m

1 stop

R9 684Emirates

Sun, Mar 8 - Sun, Mar 15

12:35 - 19:25

CPT

BKK

25h 50m

1 stop

9:05 - 17:30

BKK

CPT

37h 25m

1 stop

R10 727Qatar Airways

Mon, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 18

12:35 - 19:25

CPT

BKK

25h 50m

1 stop

2:05 - 11:30

BKK

CPT

38h 25m

1 stop

R10 743Qatar Airways

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, May 4

Singapore Airlines flights from South Africa to Asia

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Singapore Airlines

May 29

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 10m

1 stop

BKK20:00Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Jul 10

BKK9:20Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

14h 15m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 491

Singapore Airlines

Mar 4

JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 05m

1 stop

BKK17:00Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mar 16

BKK9:35Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

14h 00m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 539

Singapore Airlines

Mar 3

JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 10m

1 stop

BKK19:05Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mar 17

BKK9:35Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

14h 00m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 668

Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Asia

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Etihad Airways

Mar 28

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 40m

1 stop

BOM19:00Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

May 5

BOM11:20Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

24h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R8 206

Etihad Airways

Feb 6

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 40m

1 stop

BOM7:00Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mar 31

BOM13:50Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

22h 00m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R8 495

Etihad Airways

Feb 22

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 55m

1 stop

BKK11:45Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

May 26

BKK21:00Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

16h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 507

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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

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

19:50-20:00

1 stop19h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 10/7

9:20-18:35

1 stop14h 15m

R9 491

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

9:50-18:10

1 stop27h 20m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 12/5

9:15-8:20

1 stop28h 05m

R9 523

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

19:55-17:00

1 stop16h 05m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 16/3

9:35-18:35

1 stop14h 00m

R9 539

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

19:10-18:20

1 stop18h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 6/4

3:15-5:30

1 stop31h 15m

R9 571

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

9:50-11:45

1 stop20h 55m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 17/2

14:40-8:20

1 stop22h 40m

R9 619

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

22:20-7:35

1 stop28h 15m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sun 15/3

9:30-20:35

1 stop16h 05m

R9 684

Cape TownBangkok

CPT - BKK

CPTBKK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

12:35-19:25

1 stop25h 50m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 18/3

9:05-17:30

1 stop37h 25m

R10 727

Cape TownBangkok

CPT - BKK

CPTBKK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

12:35-19:25

1 stop25h 50m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 4/5

2:05-11:30

1 stop38h 25m

R10 743

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Asia

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Asia?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Asia from South Africa, with most prices found around R9 443. If you don’t want to visit Asia in September, then you should wait until November to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R9 571.

What is the cheapest South Africa to Asia flight route?

Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Singapore Changi for the best South Africa - Asia flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Asia?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Asia from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Asia for around R10 559 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Asia from South Africa for as low as R9 973 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to Asia flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to Asia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Asia flights?

You could potentially save up to 55% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Asia flight.

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Best price found	R7 728
Fastest flight time	10h 25m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Asia from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R7 728. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Asia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R10 573.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Asia takes 10h 25m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to Asia. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - Hong Kong Intl Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - Singapore Changi Airport.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Asia?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Asia refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Asia?
As of January 2026, there are 17 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Asia.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Asia?
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 South Africa to Asia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Asia?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Asia trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Asia

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 093	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 951 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 134	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 375 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R8 197	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 1 436 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R8 824	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 144 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R9 301	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 487 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Air Mauritius	PriceFrom R9 352	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0 0 reviews	Search Air Mauritius flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 390	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 441	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 205 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R9 728	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 404 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R9 818	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 292 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights

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