Cheap flights from South Africa to Asia from R4 675

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 20/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ICN
Jan 15 — Jan 221
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 16 December 2025.

Sat 27/121:35JNB - BOM
1 stop24h 30mKenya Airways
Tue 24/22:40BOM - JNB
1 stop16h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/12R9 266
Wed 31/129:50JNB - BOM
1 stop12h 30mEtihad Airways
Thu 26/222:50BOM - JNB
1 stop13h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12R9 636
Tue 30/129:50JNB - BOM
1 stop30h 20mEtihad Airways
Wed 25/24:40BOM - JNB
1 stop31h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12R9 686
Sun 28/1212:05JNB - BOM
1 stop14h 00mKenya Airways
Sat 28/26:45BOM - JNB
1 stop21h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/12R9 838
Fri 26/129:50JNB - BOM
1 stop17h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 25/24:40BOM - JNB
1 stop31h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12R9 972
Thu 25/1212:05JNB - BOM
1 stop33h 55mKenya Airways
Wed 25/22:40BOM - JNB
1 stop16h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/12R10 006
Tue 30/129:50JNB - BOM
1 stop30h 20mEtihad Airways
Sat 28/211:05BOM - JNB
1 stop24h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12R10 039
Mon 29/1212:05JNB - BOM
1 stop33h 55mKenya Airways
Sat 21/22:40BOM - JNB
1 stop25h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/12R10 090
Tue 23/121:35JNB - BOM
1 stop20h 25mKenya Airways
Thu 29/16:45BOM - JNB
1 stop24h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/12R10 124
Thu 25/121:35JNB - BOM
1 stop20h 25mKenya Airways
Sat 28/26:45BOM - JNB
1 stop21h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/12R10 140
Sun 28/1212:05JNB - BOM
1 stop14h 00mKenya Airways
Sat 7/22:40BOM - JNB
1 stop25h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/12R10 157
Tue 23/121:35JNB - BOM
1 stop20h 25mKenya Airways
Fri 23/12:40BOM - JNB
1 stop25h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/12R10 342

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 16 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 139

One-way from

R4 675

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R15 522

Good round-trip deal

R10 837 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 642 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 22/1-16/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 45m total
  • South Africa to Asia
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 55m total
  • South Africa to Asia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R19 022 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 992 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 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 16 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Asia that are best for you.

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Asia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

8:20-2:35

1 stop14h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 26/1

10:50-20:10

1 stop12h 50m

R8 274

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

8:20-2:35

1 stop14h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 16/4

11:05-20:10

1 stop12h 35m

R8 324

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

9:50-7:05

1 stop17h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 9/5

5:10-8:20

1 stop30h 40m

R8 963

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

9:50-1:50

1 stop12h 30m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 26/1

4:40-8:20

1 stop31h 10m

R9 014

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

9:50-1:50

1 stop12h 30m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 26/2

22:50-8:20

1 stop13h 00m

R9 636

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

9:50-1:50

1 stop12h 30m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 24/2

22:50-8:20

1 stop13h 00m

R9 636

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/12

9:50-19:40

1 stop30h 20m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 24/2

11:05-8:20

1 stop24h 45m

R9 686

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

12:50-23:00

1 stop30h 40m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 9/5

1:10-23:45

1 stop26h 05m

R9 905

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

9:50-7:00

1 stop17h 40m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 23/2

4:40-8:20

1 stop31h 10m

R9 972

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

13:10-7:15

1 stop14h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 6/5

9:05-11:25

1 stop29h 50m

R10 090

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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 R404). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 258). 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 16 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to Asia at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 16 December 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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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

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. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R8 274. 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 R2 713. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Etihad 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 R404). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 258). 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 16 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 485AverageR12 956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 501AverageR14 254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 624AverageR14 209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR9 260AverageR15 407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Cathay Pacific flights
EmiratesCheapestR9 741AverageR16 890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 779AverageR14 813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Air MauritiusCheapestR9 793AverageR10 809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Air Mauritius flights
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 887AverageR14 996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights
EgyptairCheapestR10 187AverageR11 074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 283AverageR16 028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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