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Cheap flights from South Africa to Asia from R4 830

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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BKK
Dec 3 — Dec 101
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 3 November 2025.

Wed 19/119:50JNB - BOM
1 stop17h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 26/114:40BOM - JNB
1 stop31h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/11R8 362
Sun 16/111:35JNB - BOM
1 stop20h 25mKenya Airways
Wed 19/112:40BOM - JNB
1 stop16h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/11R8 466
Sat 15/111:35JNB - BOM
1 stop24h 30mKenya Airways
Fri 30/12:40BOM - JNB
1 stop25h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/11R8 483
Thu 6/111:35JNB - BOM
1 stop20h 25mKenya Airways
Sat 8/112:40BOM - JNB
1 stop25h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/11R8 656
Mon 1/121:35JNB - BOM
1 stop20h 25mKenya Airways
Mon 8/122:40BOM - JNB
1 stop25h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/11R8 691
Wed 24/1212:50JNB - BOM
1 stop13h 45mUganda Airlines
Thu 29/18:00BOM - JNB
1 stop15h 10mUganda Airlines
Deal found 1/11R8 726
Fri 7/119:50JNB - BOM
1 stop23h 15mEtihad Airways
Fri 14/1113:45BOM - JNB
1 stop22h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/11R8 778
Wed 5/119:50JNB - BOM
1 stop29h 40mEtihad Airways
Sat 22/114:40BOM - JNB
1 stop31h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/11R8 795
Sat 22/111:35JNB - BOM
1 stop24h 30mKenya Airways
Sat 29/112:40BOM - JNB
1 stop25h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/11R8 829
Thu 6/118:20JNB - BOM
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 18/1110:50BOM - JNB
1 stop12h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/11R8 881
Thu 6/111:35JNB - BOM
1 stop24h 30mKenya Airways
Mon 17/112:40BOM - JNB
1 stop16h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/11R8 933
Tue 25/111:35JNB - BOM
1 stop24h 30mKenya Airways
Thu 27/112:40BOM - JNB
1 stop25h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/11R8 985

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 3 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 362

One-way from

R4 830

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R11 634

Good round-trip deal

R11 318 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 701 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 19/11-26/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 50m total
  • South Africa to Asia
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 6/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 00m total
  • South Africa to Asia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R29 684 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 309 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 3 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Asia that are best for you.

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JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

1:35-5:35

1 stop24h 30m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 29/11

2:40-0:25

1 stop25h 15m

R8 829

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/2

1:35-1:30

1 stop20h 25m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 1/3

2:40-0:25

1 stop25h 15m

R9 470

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

8:20-2:35

1 stop14h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 30/11

10:50-3:55

1 stop20h 35m

R9 626

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

1:35-1:30

1 stop20h 25m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 30/11

10:50-3:55

1 stop20h 35m

R10 197

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

19:55-17:10

1 stop16h 15m

Phuket City

Tue 31/3

9:55-18:35

1 stop13h 40m

R10 266

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

19:50-14:10

1 stop13h 20m

Phuket City

Wed 13/5

9:55-18:35

1 stop13h 40m

R10 266

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

9:50-7:00

1 stop16h 10m

Phuket City

Wed 13/5

21:55-8:20

2 stops39h 25m

R10 301

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

14:30-2:35

1 stop32h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 15/7

11:05-3:55

1 stop20h 20m

R10 336

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

8:20-2:35

1 stop14h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 28/11

10:50-20:10

1 stop12h 50m

R10 717

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

11:00-12:05

1 stop20h 05m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 11/2

11:40-7:25

1 stop24h 45m

R10 994

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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 R416). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 734). 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 3 November 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 3 November 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
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Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 391 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 659 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 285 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
886 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 400 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Asia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    A quick flight from South Africa to Asia can take about 14h 45m. Kenya Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R9 626. 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 848. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Cathay Pacific, 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 R416). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 734). 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 3 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 912AverageR14 702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 926AverageR13 266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 093AverageR14 897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR9 866AverageR11 120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 943AverageR15 694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR10 026AverageR16 009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 039AverageR17 364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 178AverageR15 433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 488AverageR11 400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 587AverageR16 477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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