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

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

How long is the flight from Vietnam to South Africa?

On average, it takes 17h 20m to fly from Vietnam to South Africa if you fly out of Hanoi (the most popular airport in Vietnam) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Ho Chi Minh City and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 18h.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Vietnam according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 61% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

There are 3 operators available for flights from Vietnam to South Africa as of May 2026.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Vietnam to South Africa.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa 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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20:00 - 4:00

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JNB

37h 00m

1 stop

12:40 - 13:50

JNB

SGN

20h 10m

1 stop

R14 896Qatar Airways

Fri, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 30

20:00 - 9:00

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18h 00m

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14:45 - 13:50

JNB

SGN

18h 05m

1 stop

R15 419Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17

22:50 - 13:25

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JNB

19h 35m

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14:30 - 15:00

JNB

HAN

19h 30m

2 stops

R15 991Ethiopian Air

Mon, Jun 22 - Thu, Jul 2

22:50 - 13:25

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JNB

19h 35m

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14:30 - 15:00

JNB

HAN

19h 30m

2 stops

R16 007Ethiopian Air

Fri, Jun 19 - Thu, Jun 25

15:25 - 8:20

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JNB

45h 55m

2 stops

9:50 - 20:35

JNB

SGN

53h 45m

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R16 481Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17

15:25 - 8:20

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JNB

45h 55m

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9:50 - 20:35

JNB

SGN

53h 45m

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R16 497Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17

6:55 - 7:45

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JNB

29h 50m

1 stop

11:10 - 0:20

JNB

SGN

32h 10m

1 stop

R18 000Cathay Pacific

Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1

19:10 - 7:55

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JNB

17h 45m

1 stop

11:10 - 9:55

JNB

HAN

17h 45m

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R18 490Cathay Pacific

Mon, Jul 13 - Mon, Jul 20

23:50 - 16:40

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13:15 - 14:30

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SGN

20h 15m

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R21 724Emirates

Mon, Jun 15 - Sun, Jul 26

23:50 - 11:30

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40h 40m

1 stop

9:00 - 14:30

CPT

SGN

48h 30m

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R22 491Emirates

Mon, Jun 15 - Sun, Jul 26

Qatar Airways flights from Vietnam to South Africa

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Qatar Airways

Sept 11

SGN20:00Ho Chi Minh City

37h 00m

1 stop

JNB4:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 15

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 10m

1 stop

SGN13:50Ho Chi Minh City

R14 896

Qatar Airways

Sept 14

SGN20:00Ho Chi Minh City

18h 00m

1 stop

JNB9:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 17

JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 05m

1 stop

SGN13:50Ho Chi Minh City

R15 419

Qatar Airways

Sept 11

SGN20:00Ho Chi Minh City

18h 00m

1 stop

JNB9:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 15

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 20m

2 stops

SGN10:00Ho Chi Minh City

R16 546

Cathay Pacific flights from Vietnam to South Africa

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Cathay Pacific

Aug 25

SGN6:55Ho Chi Minh City

29h 50m

1 stop

JNB7:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 1

JNB11:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 10m

1 stop

SGN0:20Ho Chi Minh City

R18 000

Cathay Pacific

Jun 20

SGN18:20Ho Chi Minh City

18h 35m

1 stop

JNB7:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jul 1

JNB11:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m

1 stop

SGN17:20Ho Chi Minh City

R18 163

Cathay Pacific

Jul 13

HAN19:10Hanoi Noibai

17h 45m

1 stop

JNB7:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jul 20

JNB11:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 45m

1 stop

HAN9:55Hanoi Noibai

R18 490

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R14 896

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SGNJNB

Ho Chi Minh City

Mon 14/9

20:00-9:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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14:45-13:50

1 stop18h 05m

R15 419

HanoiJohannesburg

HAN - JNB

HANJNB

Hanoi Noibai

Mon 22/6

22:50-13:25

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HanoiJohannesburg

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Hanoi Noibai

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22:50-13:25

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Ho Chi Minh CityJohannesburg

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SGNJNB

Ho Chi Minh City

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15:25-8:20

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9:50-20:35

2 stops53h 45m

R16 481

Ho Chi Minh CityJohannesburg

SGN - JNB

SGNJNB

Ho Chi Minh City

Mon 14/9

15:25-8:20

2 stops45h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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9:50-20:35

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R16 497

Ho Chi Minh CityJohannesburg

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Ho Chi Minh City

Tue 25/8

6:55-7:45

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1 stop32h 10m

R18 000

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Hanoi Noibai

Mon 13/7

19:10-7:55

1 stop17h 45m

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Mon 20/7

11:10-9:55

1 stop17h 45m

R18 490

Ho Chi Minh CityCape Town

SGN - CPT

SGNCPT

Ho Chi Minh City

Mon 15/6

23:50-16:40

1 stop21h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/7

13:15-14:30

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R21 724

Ho Chi Minh CityCape Town

SGN - CPT

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Ho Chi Minh City

Mon 15/6

23:50-11:30

1 stop40h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/7

9:00-14:30

2 stops48h 30m

R22 491

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Vietnam is in July. Flight prices, which tend to average around R6 680, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in July, then you should wait until February to fly from Vietnam, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R8 787.

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You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a Vietnam to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	17h 20m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Vietnam to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Vietnam to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Vietnam to South Africa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Vietnam to South Africa?
There are 3 operators available for flights from Vietnam to South Africa as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Vietnam to South Africa?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Vietnam to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa 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 Vietnam to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Emirates	PriceFrom R10 167	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 572 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R13 330	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 350 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R14 221	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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