What is the cheapest month to fly to India?

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to India is currently May ; with December being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

Can I find cheaper flights to India if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to India on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to India?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Etihad Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to India.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in India?

Indore is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in India. One-way flights to Indore typically cost R552, while return flights cost around R1 323.

How much is a return flight to India?

A return flight to India will typically cost around R454, however they can be found for as little as R406.

Where does the fastest flight to India depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to India, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 35 minutes).

Does New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl?

Yes. New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hotel Ambience Suites Near T3 Igi Airpor is the closest property to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (0,0 km away from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl).

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Johannesburg to Mumbai

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1 stop20h 35mKenya Airways

vie. 3/102:40BOM - JNB

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lun. 18/89:50JNB - BOM

1 stop30h 10mEtihad Airways

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Deal found 8/7R8 644

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jue. 22/18:00BOM - JNB

1 stop15h 10mUganda Airlines

Deal found 8/7R8 750

mar. 15/720:25JNB - BOM

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dom. 10/84:20BOM - JNB

1 stop15h 20mQatar Airways

Deal found 8/7R9 620

vie. 5/99:50JNB - DEL

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jue. 11/915:55DEL - JNB

1 stop19h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 7/7R10 152

mié. 23/712:50JNB - DEL

2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines

mié. 30/723:30DEL - JNB

2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/7R10 436

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vie. 3/102:40BOM - JNB

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Deal found 6/7R8 608

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1 stop22h 00mEtihad Airways

Deal found 7/7R8 679

mié. 23/712:50JNB - BOM

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mar. 29/78:00BOM - JNB

1 stop15h 10mUganda Airlines

Deal found 7/7R8 928

mié. 22/1013:55JNB - BOM

1 stop14h 40mQatar Airways

mié. 29/1021:50BOM - JNB

1 stop15h 25mQatar Airways

Deal found 7/7R9 655

vie. 12/1214:15JNB - BOM

1 stop10h 35mAir Tanzania

vie. 2/15:50BOM - JNB

1 stop10h 55mAir Tanzania

Deal found 8/7R10 028

mié. 23/712:50JNB - DEL

2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines

mié. 30/723:30DEL - JNB

2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/7R10 436

mié. 23/78:20JNB - DEL

1 stop13h 15mEthiopian Air

mié. 30/79:35DEL - JNB

1 stop14h 05mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/7R11 040

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dom. 10/84:20BOM - JNB

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1 stop33h 40mQatar Airways

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mié. 23/712:50JNB - BOM

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mié. 23/712:50JNB - DEL

2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines

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2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/7R10 436

mié. 23/78:20JNB - DEL

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mié. 30/79:35DEL - JNB

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jue. 25/9

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1 stop20h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

vie. 3/10

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1 stop11h 45m

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JohannesburgMumbai

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JNBBOM

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lun. 18/8

9:50-19:30

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Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

jue. 20/11

13:45-8:20

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R8 644

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

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lun. 29/12

12:50-6:05

1 stop13h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

jue. 22/1

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1 stop15h 10m

R8 750

JohannesburgMumbai

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mié. 22/10

13:55-8:05

1 stop14h 40m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

mié. 29/10

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1 stop15h 25m

R9 655

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vie. 5/9

9:50-8:00

1 stop18h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

jue. 11/9

15:55-8:20

1 stop19h 55m

R10 152

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 23/7

12:50-2:00

2 stops33h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

mié. 30/7

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2 stops23h 40m

R10 436

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mié. 23/7

8:20-1:05

1 stop13h 15m

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R11 040

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

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dom. 7/9

13:55-8:45

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New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

dom. 14/9

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R11 590

JohannesburgBengaluru

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mié. 23/7

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Bengaluru Intl

dom. 27/7

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R12 566

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mié. 20/8

1:25-16:50

2 stops35h 55m

Vasco da Gama Goa Intl

jue. 28/8

7:05-8:20

2 stops28h 45m

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How long is the flight to India?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to India takes 18 hours 28 minutes. Flights to India from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to India?

Users looking for the lowest fares to India should consider flying on Friday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to India?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to India are Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to India?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to India are Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air and Air Mauritius.

Rainfall in India by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in India ranges from 0.0 - 819.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 819.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit India when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in India by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to India, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 30.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in India?

The most popular places in India to fly to are Mumbai, New Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi and Chennai.

Reviews of airlines servicing India

Read through reviews of airlines serving India, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 287 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 287 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 287 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 322 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 287 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Cathay Pacific

7,6

Good

927 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 287 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 591 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 287 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Etihad Airways

7,4

Good

1 221 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 287 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

FAQs about flying to India

What is good to know if travelling to India?

Diwali, Holi, Navaratri, Onam, and Eid ul Fitr are but five of the major and very colorful festivals that take place in India annually, so do your homework and try to have your travels coincide with at least one them to experience an authentic Indian festival!
History buffs that plan on visiting New Delhi should check out the range of museums to get behind India’s rich and intriguing past.
Mumbai has some of the most delicious street foods in the world, so while you’re sightseeing on foot, make sure you grab a tantalizing bite on the go!

Can I find cheaper flights to India if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to India on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to India?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Etihad Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to India.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in India?
Indore is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in India. One-way flights to Indore typically cost R552, while return flights cost around R1 323.
How much is a return flight to India?
A return flight to India will typically cost around R454, however they can be found for as little as R406.
Where does the fastest flight to India depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to India, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 35 minutes).
Does New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl?
Yes. New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hotel Ambience Suites Near T3 Igi Airpor is the closest property to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (0,0 km away from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl).

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What are the most popular places to fly to in India?

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The most popular places in India to fly to are Mumbai, New Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi and Chennai.

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Read through reviews of airlines serving India, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to India

What is good to know if travelling to India?

Can I find cheaper flights to India if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to India?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in India?

How much is a return flight to India?

Where does the fastest flight to India depart from?

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