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Cheap flights from South Africa to Asia from R5 028

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 28/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BKK
Aug 31 — Sep 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Asia

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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 1 August 2026.

Mon 7/98:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 14/911:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/7R8 137
Wed 12/89:45
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 18/95:00
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/7R8 154
Fri 6/118:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 20/1110:50
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/7R8 220
Wed 9/921:45
JNB
-
BOM
2 stops24h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 16/95:00
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop30h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/7R8 270
Tue 1/98:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 18/210:50
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/7R8 303
Wed 29/79:45
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 5/85:00
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop30h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/7R8 319
Mon 16/119:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop29h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 28/113:45
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/7R8 336
Mon 16/119:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop29h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 26/14:40
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop31h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/7R8 352
Mon 23/119:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop29h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 28/111:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/7R8 419
Thu 24/98:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 27/911:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 31/7R8 435
Tue 15/98:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 17/1011:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/7R8 501
Thu 19/119:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 19/114:40
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/7R9 775

Find 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 1 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 137

One-way from

R5 028

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 907

Good round-trip deal

R12 647 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 830 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 7/9-14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 50m total
  • South Africa to Asia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 30m total
  • South Africa to Asia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R5 815 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 438 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 1 August 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

9:50-19:00

1 stop29h 40m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 26/1

4:40-8:20

1 stop31h 10m

R8 336
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

12:10-5:40

1 stop14h 00m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 7/11

2:40-15:50

1 stop16h 40m

R8 551

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

9:50-19:00

1 stop29h 40m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 29/1

4:40-8:20

1 stop31h 10m

R8 601

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

9:50-18:00

1 stop27h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 16/12

14:40-8:20

1 stop22h 40m

R9 940

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

18:50-20:15

1 stop20h 25m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Tue 19/1

11:00-10:25

1 stop28h 25m

R10 850

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/1

18:50-20:15

1 stop20h 25m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Wed 3/2

11:00-20:35

1 stop38h 35m

R10 883

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/1

18:50-20:15

1 stop20h 25m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Mon 1/2

11:00-10:25

1 stop28h 25m

R10 883

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

13:30-12:30

1 stop18h 00m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 22/9

21:35-16:15

1 stop23h 40m

R10 900

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

22:20-7:35

1 stop28h 15m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 23/11

2:00-16:35

1 stop19h 35m

R10 900

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

19:10-11:25

1 stop35h 15m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Mon 14/9

13:30-5:30

1 stop21h 00m

R10 949

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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 R12 388). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 985). 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 1 August 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Asia as you normally would.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Asia?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to Asia, you should look to book at least 70 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 1 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, 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.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 738 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 499 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 013 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional

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. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R8 551. 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 Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R3 486. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Tanzania 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 R12 388). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 985). 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 1 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 222AverageR14 249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 323AverageR12 467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 771AverageR13 852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay PacificCheapestR8 920AverageR17 111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestR8 981AverageR15 731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 619AverageR16 263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 851AverageR14 472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Air MauritiusCheapestR10 703AverageR12 534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Air Mauritius flights
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 032AverageR14 249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 946AverageR14 923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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