Cheap flights from South Africa to Asia from R4 816

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BKK
Nov 28 — Dec 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Asia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Asia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 October 2025.

Thu 13/119:50JNB - BOM
1 stop29h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 19/114:40BOM - JNB
1 stop31h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 28/10R8 274
Mon 10/1117:00JNB - BOM
1 stop29h 00mKenya Airways
Sun 16/112:40BOM - JNB
1 stop11h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 28/10R8 308
Tue 25/118:20JNB - BOM
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 8/1210:50BOM - JNB
1 stop12h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/10R8 394
Sat 15/1117:00JNB - BOM
1 stop33h 05mKenya Airways
Thu 20/112:40BOM - JNB
1 stop11h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 28/10R8 428
Mon 24/118:20JNB - BOM
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 15/1210:50BOM - JNB
1 stop12h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/10R8 463
Tue 4/111:35JNB - BOM
1 stop24h 30mKenya Airways
Fri 14/112:40BOM - JNB
1 stop11h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 27/10R8 566
Fri 31/108:20JNB - BOM
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 7/1110:50BOM - JNB
1 stop12h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/10R8 583
Wed 24/1212:50JNB - BOM
1 stop13h 45mUganda Airlines
Thu 5/28:00BOM - JNB
1 stop15h 10mUganda Airlines
Deal found 27/10R8 600
Mon 1/129:50JNB - BOM
1 stop23h 15mEtihad Airways
Sat 6/1213:45BOM - JNB
1 stop22h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 28/10R8 618
Wed 26/1111:00JNB - BKK
1 stop18h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 9/1216:55BKK - JNB
1 stop19h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/10R9 650
Sun 2/1111:00JNB - BKK
1 stop18h 40mCathay Pacific
Wed 12/1115:05BKK - JNB
1 stop21h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/10R9 667
Tue 2/129:50JNB - BKK
1 stop32h 30mEtihad Airways
Mon 8/122:55BKK - JNB
1 stop34h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/10R9 684

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Asia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Asia flight deals. Data was last updated 29 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 274

One-way from

R4 816

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R11 404

Good round-trip deal

R11 684 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 413 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 13/11-19/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 50m total
  • South Africa to Asia
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 1/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 50m total
  • South Africa to Asia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R29 701 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 198 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Asia.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Asia.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Asia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 29 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Asia that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Asia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/11

8:20-2:35

1 stop14h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 2/12

10:50-20:10

1 stop12h 50m

R8 463

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

8:20-2:35

1 stop14h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 15/12

10:50-20:10

1 stop12h 50m

R8 463

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

9:50-19:00

1 stop29h 40m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 24/1

4:40-8:20

1 stop31h 10m

R8 824

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/1

9:50-1:50

1 stop12h 30m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 27/1

22:55-8:20

1 stop12h 55m

R9 168

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/1

9:50-12:35

1 stop23h 15m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 25/1

13:45-8:20

1 stop22h 05m

R9 168

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

8:20-2:35

1 stop14h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 28/1

10:50-3:55

1 stop20h 35m

R9 753

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

19:55-19:25

1 stop18h 30m

Phuket City

Fri 13/3

10:05-18:35

1 stop13h 30m

R10 217

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/1

13:10-5:40

1 stop13h 00m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 28/1

7:55-11:25

1 stop31h 00m

R10 338

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/4

19:50-17:25

1 stop16h 35m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 28/4

9:05-18:35

1 stop14h 30m

R10 665

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/1

11:00-17:35

1 stop25h 35m

Phuket City

Sun 25/1

12:20-7:25

1 stop24h 05m

R10 837

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Asia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Asia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Asia?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Asia (average of R413). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 665). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to AS?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Asia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 October 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to Asia at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Asia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Asia. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Asia flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Asia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Asia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Asia. Reviews last updated 29 October 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways from South Africa to Asia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Asia?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Asia can take about 14h 45m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R8 463. The distance between South Africa and Asia is about 6959 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Asia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Kenya Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R4 816. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Asia for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Asia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Asia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Asia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Asia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Asia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Asia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Asia?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Asia (average of R413). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 665). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Asia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Asia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 29 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 856AverageR14 595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 880AverageR13 160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 099AverageR14 847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR9 803AverageR11 046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 885AverageR15 624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 976AverageR17 259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 113AverageR15 219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR10 140AverageR15 903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 420AverageR11 327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 519AverageR16 532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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