How many flights depart from South Africa to Asia on average per day?

13 flights are operational daily from South Africa to Asia as of March 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 13:00, with 48% of flights per day taking off at midday.

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 Durban (a popular airport in South Africa) to Copenhagen (the most popular airport in Asia), then the flight time is 18h 35m on average. If you fly from Johannesburg (another popular airport in South Africa) to Copenhagen, then the average flight time is 18h 40m.

How many flights depart from South Africa to Asia on average per week?

As of March 2026, 97 flights take off from South Africa and land in Asia each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to Asia?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Singapore Airlines 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 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Asia. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Asia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Etihad Airways, Emirates, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Asia

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 March 2026, there are 18 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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9:45 - 6:45

JNB

BKK

16h 00m

1 stop

15:05 - 8:15

BKK

JNB

22h 10m

1 stop

R9 678Etihad Airways

Fri, Apr 10 - Fri, Apr 24

9:45 - 12:10

JNB

BKK

21h 25m

1 stop

15:55 - 8:15

BKK

JNB

21h 20m

1 stop

R9 695Etihad Airways

Sun, May 3 - Tue, May 12

9:45 - 11:00

JNB

BKK

20h 15m

2 stops

21:00 - 8:15

BKK

JNB

16h 15m

1 stop

R9 711Etihad Airways

Fri, May 1 - Tue, May 12

22:20 - 20:00

JNB

HKT

16h 40m

1 stop

23:45 - 20:35

HKT

JNB

25h 50m

1 stop

R10 657Emirates

Thu, Apr 2 - Mon, Apr 13

13:00 - 20:45

CPT

BKK

26h 45m

1 stop

2:30 - 17:30

BKK

CPT

20h 00m

1 stop

R10 927Qatar Airways

Tue, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 17

13:00 - 13:25

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BKK

19h 25m

1 stop

20:00 - 10:15

BKK

CPT

19h 15m

1 stop

R10 978Qatar Airways

Tue, Jun 2 - Thu, Jun 18

19:50 - 9:25

JNB

CAN

31h 35m

1 stop

13:25 - 18:35

CAN

JNB

35h 10m

1 stop

R12 768Singapore Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Mon, Aug 31

19:50 - 12:10

JNB

CAN

34h 20m

1 stop

13:25 - 18:35

CAN

JNB

35h 10m

1 stop

R12 785Singapore Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Mon, Aug 31

9:45 - 19:35

JNB

CAN

27h 50m

2 stops

9:00 - 8:15

CAN

JNB

29h 15m

2 stops

R12 819China Eastern

Wed, Apr 1 - Fri, Apr 10

18:25 - 22:25

CPT

DPS

22h 00m

1 stop

0:35 - 16:40

DPS

CPT

22h 05m

1 stop

R13 106Emirates

Tue, May 5 - Mon, May 18

Singapore Airlines flights from South Africa to Asia

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May 6

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 25m

1 stop

BKK17:15Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

May 27

BKK9:20Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

14h 15m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 404

Singapore Airlines

May 6

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 25m

1 stop

BKK17:15Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

May 27

BKK9:20Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

14h 15m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 471

Singapore Airlines

Jun 2

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 10m

1 stop

BKK19:00Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Jun 29

BKK9:20Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

14h 15m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 573

Kenya Airways flights from South Africa to Asia

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Kenya Airways

Jun 11

CPT12:20Cape Town Intl

44h 10m

2 stops

BKK13:30Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Jun 13

BKK1:00Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

39h 40m

2 stops

CPT11:40Cape Town Intl

R12 312

Kenya Airways

May 13

CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

18h 05m

1 stop

BKK13:30Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

May 26

BKK1:00Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

51h 35m

2 stops

CPT23:35Cape Town Intl

R12 650

Kenya Airways

May 13

CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

18h 05m

2 stops

BKK13:30Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

May 26

BKK1:00Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

39h 40m

2 stops

CPT11:40Cape Town Intl

R12 870

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R9 695

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JNB - BKK

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23:45-20:35

1 stop25h 50m

R10 657

Cape TownBangkok

CPT - BKK

CPTBKK

Cape Town Intl

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13:00-20:45

1 stop26h 45m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

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2:30-17:30

1 stop20h 00m

R10 927

Cape TownBangkok

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Cape Town Intl

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13:00-13:25

1 stop19h 25m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

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20:00-10:15

1 stop19h 15m

R10 978

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

19:50-9:25

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Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 31/8

13:25-18:35

1 stop35h 10m

R12 768

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

19:50-12:10

1 stop34h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 31/8

13:25-18:35

1 stop35h 10m

R12 785

JohannesburgGuangzhou

JNB - CAN

JNBCAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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9:45-19:35

2 stops27h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 10/4

9:00-8:15

2 stops29h 15m

R12 819

Cape TownDenpasar

CPT - DPS

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18:25-22:25

1 stop22h 00m

Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

Mon 18/5

0:35-16:40

1 stop22h 05m

R13 106

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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 948. 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 R10 083.

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 843 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 R10 336 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.

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Best price found	R8 455
Fastest flight time	10h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Asia	1 623 airports

The best one-way flight to Asia from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R8 455. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Asia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R11 990.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Asia takes 10h 15m

Direct flights go from South Africa to Asia every day.

There are 1 623 airports in Asia. From South Africa there are direct flights to Singapore Changi (SIN).

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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 March 2026, there are 18 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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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R3 291	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 971 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R7 284	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 261 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 504	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 430 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R8 526	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 480 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R9 216	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 221 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R9 799	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 544 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 851	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R10 363	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 300 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Air Mauritius	PriceFrom R10 929	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0 0 reviews	Search Air Mauritius flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom R11 397	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,3 1 742 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights

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