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

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

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 to New Delhi takes 13h 05m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town to New Delhi takes 16h 30m 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.

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.

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to India are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of January 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to India.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa 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 from South Africa 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.

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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 502Uganda Airlines

Wed, Feb 18 - Thu, Feb 26

12:50 - 6:05

JNB

BOM

13h 45m

1 stop

8:00 - 19:40

BOM

JNB

15h 10m

1 stop

R7 518Uganda Airlines

Wed, Feb 11 - Tue, Feb 24

9:50 - 1:50

JNB

BOM

12h 30m

1 stop

22:55 - 8:20

BOM

JNB

12h 55m

1 stop

R7 649Etihad Airways

Sat, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 21

9:50 - 19:00

JNB

BOM

29h 40m

1 stop

22:55 - 8:20

BOM

JNB

12h 55m

1 stop

R7 731Etihad Airways

Wed, Feb 18 - Sat, Feb 28

8:20 - 0:55

JNB

DEL

13h 05m

1 stop

9:35 - 20:10

DEL

JNB

14h 05m

1 stop

R9 042Ethiopian Air

Sun, Feb 8 - Sun, Apr 12

8:20 - 0:55

JNB

DEL

13h 05m

1 stop

9:35 - 20:10

DEL

JNB

14h 05m

1 stop

R9 107Ethiopian Air

Fri, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 7

12:35 - 14:55

CPT

DEL

22h 50m

1 stop

9:55 - 10:30

DEL

CPT

28h 05m

1 stop

R9 353Qatar Airways

Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9

12:45 - 8:30

JNB

DEL

16h 15m

1 stop

9:55 - 3:55

DEL

JNB

21h 30m

1 stop

R9 582Qatar Airways

Tue, Mar 3 - Fri, Mar 13

19:10 - 20:25

DUR

BOM

21h 45m

1 stop

19:20 - 17:10

BOM

DUR

25h 20m

1 stop

R11 154Emirates

Sun, Feb 8 - Sun, Feb 15

19:10 - 8:25

DUR

BOM

33h 45m

1 stop

4:15 - 17:10

BOM

DUR

16h 25m

1 stop

R11 171Emirates

Tue, Jan 27 - Mon, Feb 2

Ethiopian Air flights from South Africa to India

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 26

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 45m

1 stop

BOM2:35Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Feb 3

BOM10:50Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 50m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R7 977

Ethiopian Air

Mar 18

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 45m

1 stop

BOM2:35Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sept 9

BOM11:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 35m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R8 026

Ethiopian Air

Mar 14

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 45m

1 stop

BOM2:35Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mar 31

BOM11:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 35m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R8 124

Singapore Airlines flights from South Africa to India

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Singapore Airlines

Jun 9

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 20m

1 stop

DEL5:40New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Jun 15

DEL21:55New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

24h 10m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 467

Singapore Airlines

Jul 15

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 45m

1 stop

DEL20:05New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Jul 28

DEL21:55New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

24h 10m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 105

Singapore Airlines

May 2

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 45m

1 stop

DEL20:05New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Jun 24

DEL9:00New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

24h 40m

1 stop

JNB6:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 154

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JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

12:50-6:05

1 stop13h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 26/2

8:00-19:40

1 stop15h 10m

R7 502

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

12:50-6:05

1 stop13h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 24/2

8:00-19:40

1 stop15h 10m

R7 518

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

9:50-1:50

1 stop12h 30m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 21/2

22:55-8:20

1 stop12h 55m

R7 649

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

9:50-19:00

1 stop29h 40m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 28/2

22:55-8:20

1 stop12h 55m

R7 731

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

8:20-0:55

1 stop13h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 12/4

9:35-20:10

1 stop14h 05m

R9 042

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

8:20-0:55

1 stop13h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 7/2

9:35-20:10

1 stop14h 05m

R9 107

Cape TownNew Delhi

CPT - DEL

CPTDEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

12:35-14:55

1 stop22h 50m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 9/3

9:55-10:30

1 stop28h 05m

R9 353

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

12:45-8:30

1 stop16h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 13/3

9:55-3:55

1 stop21h 30m

R9 582

DurbanMumbai

DUR - BOM

DURBOM

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 8/2

19:10-20:25

1 stop21h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 15/2

19:20-17:10

1 stop25h 20m

R11 154

DurbanMumbai

DUR - BOM

DURBOM

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 27/1

19:10-8:25

1 stop33h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 2/2

4:15-17:10

1 stop16h 25m

R11 171

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What is the cheapest month to fly to India?

The cheapest month to fly to India from South Africa is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R8 452, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to India during the month of February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R8 485.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to India from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to India for around R9 026 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to India from South Africa for as low as R8 730 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to India flight.

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Fastest flight time	13h 05m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to India takes 13h 05m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to India. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to India.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to India?
Prices for flights from South Africa to India are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to India?
As of January 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to India.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa 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 from South Africa 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.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to India

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from South Africa to India with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Uganda Airlines	PriceFrom R6 978	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0	Search Uganda Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R7 362	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 370 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R7 589	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 290 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Air Tanzania	PriceFrom R7 693	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 18 reviews	Search Air Tanzania flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R7 764	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 401 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
Air Mauritius	PriceFrom R8 050	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0 0 reviews	Search Air Mauritius flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 166	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 948 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R8 396	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 716 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R8 542	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 1 431 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R8 549	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 469 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from South Africa to India?

Finding the right flight to India from South Africa is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to India quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights from South Africa to India with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to India from South Africa on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights from South Africa to India?

momondo helps you find the best flight between South Africa and India by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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