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Cheap flights from South Africa to Asia from R4 297

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 22/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BKK
May 23 — May 301
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 23 April 2026.

Wed 29/414:30
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop32h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 13/54:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/4R8 347
Sun 6/99:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop29h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 22/913:50
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/4R8 561
Wed 3/614:15
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop10h 35m
Air Tanzania
Wed 10/65:50
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop10h 55m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 21/4R8 577
Thu 17/99:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop29h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 8/1011:20
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/4R8 627
Sun 17/512:40
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop34h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 30/64:10
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop14h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/4R9 104
Fri 1/519:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 4/84:10
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop14h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R9 121
Mon 4/519:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 27/74:10
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop14h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/4R9 137
Wed 3/612:40
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop15h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 15/622:15
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop14h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/4R9 153
Fri 1/512:40
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop34h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 31/74:10
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R9 170
Mon 4/519:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 31/74:10
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/4R9 186
Sun 3/519:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/74:10
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop14h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/4R9 203
Thu 30/79:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 6/815:05
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/4R9 549

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 23 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 561

One-way from

R4 297

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 038

Good round-trip deal

R12 748 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 207 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 6/9-22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 40m total
  • South Africa to Asia
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Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 22/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 35m total
  • South Africa to Asia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R7 550 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 361 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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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 23 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Asia that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

10:05-13:30

1 stop22h 25m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Thu 4/6

9:55-5:30

1 stop24h 35m

R10 405
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

13:30-13:10

1 stop18h 40m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 11/5

9:30-20:35

1 stop16h 05m

R10 471

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

19:10-18:20

1 stop18h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Thu 7/5

2:15-16:15

1 stop19h 00m

R10 471

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

10:05-8:00

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 9/6

21:35-16:15

1 stop23h 40m

R10 487

JohannesburgSingapore

JNB - SIN

JNBSIN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/7

9:50-9:40

1 stop17h 50m

Singapore Changi

Wed 22/7

21:00-8:20

1 stop17h 20m

R10 536

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/9

10:05-12:30

1 stop21h 25m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 29/9

3:40-20:35

1 stop21h 55m

R10 635

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

12:40-2:40

1 stop34h 30m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 15/7

4:20-4:00

1 stop27h 10m

R11 310

Cape TownBangkok

CPT - BKK

CPTBKK

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/8

10:40-19:00

2 stops27h 20m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 7/8

15:30-9:25

2 stops22h 55m

R11 936

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

22:20-12:00

1 stop32h 40m

Phuket City

Thu 11/6

23:55-5:30

1 stop34h 35m

R12 051

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

10:05-4:20

1 stop14h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 11/5

16:00-16:15

1 stop27h 45m

R12 166

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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 166). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 097). 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 23 April 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.

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 23 April 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
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 560 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 433 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 004 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

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 17h 50m. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 536. The distance between South Africa and Asia is about 8650 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 470. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, 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 166). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 097). 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 23 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 208AverageR14 002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR7 100AverageR14 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 285AverageR13 770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 377AverageR12 409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR8 951AverageR15 376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 543AverageR16 632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 644AverageR14 694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR9 911AverageR16 849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 196AverageR14 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR10 653AverageR11 553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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