Q: Can I fly back to South Africa from India?

Returning to South Africa from India COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from India must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to South Africa. Quarantine requirements Visitors from India are not required to quarantine after entering South Africa.

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

R4 653 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Seychelles and Air Austral, with prices starting from R5 155 and R5 642, respectively.

Question 2

Can I fly to India from South Africa right now?

Accepted Answer

Information is based on travel restrictions from South Africa to India

Most visitors from South Africa need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter India.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from South Africa must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to India.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from South Africa are not required to quarantine after entering India.

Question 3

How popular is this South Africa to India flight route?

Accepted Answer

Flights from South Africa to India have been viewed 5 415 times in the past calendar month.

Question 4

Can I find flights from South Africa to India for under R5 100 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to India for under R5 100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just R5 003, but on average you can expect to pay R6 509.

Question 5

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to India?

Accepted Answer

To save on the cost of your flight from South Africa to India, book at least 61 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 3% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from R6 737 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as R6 752.

Question 6

Can I fly back to South Africa from India?

Accepted Answer

Returning to South Africa from India

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from India must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to South Africa.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from India are not required to quarantine after entering South Africa.

Question 7

Are there last-minute flights available from South Africa to India for under R6 300?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 20+ open flights from South Africa to India within the next 7 days for less than R6 300.

Question 8

Which airlines flying from South Africa to India have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

Ethiopian Air, Air Seychelles, and Emirates are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.

Question 9

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to India?

Accepted Answer

Flights from South Africa to India lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from South Africa to India in March, with the cheapest ticket starting at R4 851.

Question 10

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Africa to India (ZA - IN)?

Accepted Answer

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to India as you normally would.

Question 11

What airports serve South Africa to India flights?

Accepted Answer

A number of international airports in South Africa service flights to major Indian airports. Some of the cheapest flights include Johannesburg to Mumbai via the O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg to New Delhi via the O.R. Tambo International Airport, and Cape Town to Mumbai via the Cape Town International Airport.

Question 12

Which airlines fly directly from South Africa to India?

Accepted Answer

There are no direct flights between any city in South Africa and India. However, Air Seychelles offers one-stop flight service to Mumbai from O.R. Tambo International Airport. The total flight time is about 11 hours, with one stop at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Another option is Kenya Airways, which provides an 18-hour flight from Johannesburg to Mumbai with a stop in Kenya.

Question 13

What are the stopover options on flights from South Africa to India?

Accepted Answer

From Johannesburg, flights that have one or two stops will typically have a layover in Kenya, Dubai, or Australia. Most stopovers are between two and eight hours. Travellers expect overnight layovers with cheaper flights. Air Seychelles, Etihad, and Emirates all offer affordable flights with service to Mumbai, India with just one stopover. Alternative options include a SAUDIA flight from Johannesburg to New Delhi with one stop in King Abdulaziz International Airport, or a two-stop flight from Cape Town to New Delhi on an Air Mauritius flight.

Question 14

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from South Africa to India?

Accepted Answer

South African passport holders are required to show a passport or visa upon entry into India. India also has an E-Visa application process available, where visitors can extend their stay depending on what they want to do in India. The E-Visa process takes less time and documentation as part of the application process, which will allow you to stay in India for up to 60 days. Tourist visas and business visas are also recommended for travel into India as well, which can extend your stay for up to six months. Applications must be turned in at least 30 days prior to travel to India.

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