How long is the flight from South Africa to New Delhi?

A quick flight from South Africa to New Delhi can take about 17h 10m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 461. There are 8098 km between South Africa and New Delhi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to New Delhi one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R5 036. Emirates flights start at R5 566 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at R5 841 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Delhi ranges from 7.0 - 248.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 248.0 mm. November is typically the driest time to visit New Delhi when rainfall is around 7.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Delhi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 34.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from South Africa to New Delhi?

Most travellers choose Durban King Shaka Intl - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl or Cape Town Intl - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl when deciding on the best route from South Africa to New Delhi.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to New Delhi?

Consider Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air or Emirates when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from South Africa to New Delhi.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to DEL?

When flying from South Africa to New Delhi, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What airport do you fly into for flights to New Delhi from South Africa?

If you book a flight to New Delhi from South Africa, you will be flying to Indira Gandhi Intl, which is the city’s only airport. New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) is located 12,5 km from the centre of New Delhi.

Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to New Delhi that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to New Delhi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from South Africa to New Delhi?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to New Delhi.

Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to New Delhi?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to New Delhi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Average price	R11 806

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to New Delhi?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New Delhi (average of R10 573). Flying from South Africa to New Delhi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 796). 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.

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

The best time to book flights from South Africa to New Delhi is 77 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Delhi

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways from South Africa to New Delhi to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to New Delhi from South Africa?
If you book a flight to New Delhi from South Africa, you will be flying to Indira Gandhi Intl, which is the city’s only airport. New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) is located 12,5 km from the centre of New Delhi.
How long is the flight from South Africa to New Delhi?
A quick flight from South Africa to New Delhi can take about 17h 10m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 461. There are 8098 km between South Africa and New Delhi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to New Delhi one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R5 036. Emirates flights start at R5 566 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at R5 841 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from South Africa to New Delhi?
Most travellers choose Durban King Shaka Intl - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl or Cape Town Intl - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl when deciding on the best route from South Africa to New Delhi.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to New Delhi that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to New Delhi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to New Delhi?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to New Delhi.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to New Delhi?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to New Delhi 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 New Delhi?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New Delhi (average of R10 573). Flying from South Africa to New Delhi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 796). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing New Delhi

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways from South Africa to New Delhi to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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