Cheap flights from South Africa to Asia from R4 660

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 16/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ICN
Jan 20 — Jan 271
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 21 December 2025.

Sun 28/1217:00JNB - BOM
1 stop29h 00mKenya Airways
Sat 7/22:40BOM - JNB
1 stop11h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/12R9 622
Fri 26/1217:00JNB - BOM
1 stop29h 00mKenya Airways
Sat 14/36:45BOM - JNB
1 stop12h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/12R9 874
Fri 26/1217:00JNB - BOM
1 stop29h 00mKenya Airways
Mon 26/16:45BOM - JNB
1 stop21h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/12R10 125
Tue 23/1217:00JNB - BOM
1 stop29h 00mKenya Airways
Mon 2/22:40BOM - JNB
1 stop25h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/12R10 226
Mon 22/1217:00JNB - BOM
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1210:50BOM - JNB
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12R10 310
Mon 22/1217:00JNB - BOM
1 stop29h 00mKenya Airways
Sun 28/122:40BOM - JNB
1 stop11h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/12R11 248
Fri 26/1212:05JNB - BOM
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1210:50BOM - JNB
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12R11 282
Tue 23/1217:00JNB - BOM
1 stop29h 00mKenya Airways
Mon 29/126:45BOM - JNB
1 stop12h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/12R11 466
Wed 24/1217:00JNB - BOM
1 stop29h 00mKenya Airways
Sat 17/12:40BOM - JNB
1 stop25h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/12R11 600
Mon 22/1214:30JNB - BKK
1 stop17h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 29/121:55BKK - JNB
1 stop16h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/12R12 103
Thu 25/1214:30JNB - BOM
1 stop32h 35mEthiopian Air
Sat 27/1210:50BOM - JNB
1 stop12h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/12R12 321
Mon 22/1217:00JNB - BOM
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/110:15BOM - JNB
2 stops49h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/12R12 372

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 21 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 114

One-way from

R4 660

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R15 473

Good round-trip deal

R10 957 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 893 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 22/1-16/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 45m total
  • South Africa to Asia
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 10m total
  • South Africa to Asia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R18 906 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 965 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 21 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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South Africa

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Asia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

17:00-1:30

1 stop29h 00m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 27/2

2:40-10:55

1 stop11h 45m

R8 114

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

12:05-1:30

1 stop33h 55m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 8/2

2:40-3:55

1 stop28h 45m

R8 130

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

5:25-1:30

1 stop16h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 13/3

2:40-15:50

1 stop16h 40m

R8 382

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/1

12:05-5:35

1 stop14h 00m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 6/2

2:40-15:50

1 stop16h 40m

R8 382

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

17:00-5:35

1 stop33h 05m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 9/2

2:40-0:25

1 stop25h 15m

R8 382

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

13:45-8:10

1 stop14h 55m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 26/1

22:10-8:40

1 stop14h 00m

R8 734

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

1:35-1:30

1 stop20h 25m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 19/2

2:40-10:55

1 stop11h 45m

R8 868

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

19:55-20:00

1 stop19h 05m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 17/3

9:35-18:35

1 stop14h 00m

R9 589

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

9:50-7:10

1 stop16h 20m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sun 1/2

9:25-8:20

1 stop27h 55m

R10 108

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

11:00-10:40

1 stop18h 40m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 9/2

19:15-7:25

1 stop17h 10m

R10 192

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 R402). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 226). 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 21 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 21 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.

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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 16h 20m. Kenya Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 108. The distance between South Africa and Asia is about 8991 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 705. 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 R402). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 226). 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 21 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 467AverageR12 909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 474AverageR14 191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 588AverageR14 174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR9 232AverageR15 356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 708AverageR16 824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 755AverageR14 786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR9 762AverageR10 773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 856AverageR14 944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 155AverageR10 917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 250AverageR15 841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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