Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Mumbai from R4 163

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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BOM
Apr 14 — Apr 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Mumbai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Mumbai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 March 2026.

Sun 26/414:15
JNB
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BOM
1 stop10h 35m
Air Tanzania
Thu 7/55:50
BOM
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JNB
1 stop10h 55m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 10/3R8 039
Sat 11/49:45
JNB
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BOM
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sat 18/413:55
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/3R8 107
Fri 24/414:15
JNB
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BOM
1 stop10h 35m
Air Tanzania
Mon 27/45:50
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop10h 55m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 13/3R8 124
Fri 24/49:45
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 1/513:55
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/3R8 140
Wed 1/412:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop13h 45m
Uganda Airlines
Thu 30/48:00
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop15h 10m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 12/3R8 157
Fri 27/39:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop17h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 4/723:10
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R8 174
Fri 24/49:45
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop17h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 30/413:55
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R8 191
Mon 27/414:15
JNB
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BOM
1 stop10h 35m
Air Tanzania
Thu 7/55:50
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop10h 55m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 10/3R8 242
Mon 20/414:15
JNB
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BOM
1 stop10h 35m
Air Tanzania
Thu 7/55:50
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop10h 55m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 12/3R8 259
Sun 19/414:15
JNB
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BOM
1 stop10h 35m
Air Tanzania
Thu 7/55:50
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop10h 55m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 12/3R8 276
Sun 26/414:15
JNB
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BOM
1 stop10h 35m
Air Tanzania
Mon 4/55:50
BOM
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JNB
1 stop10h 55m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 10/3R8 293

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Mumbai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Mumbai (BOM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 039

One-way from

R4 163

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R8 733
Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 26/4-7/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Mumbai
Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 6/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Mumbai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R8 842 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 564 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

9:50-7:10

1 stop17h 50m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 21/6

23:10-8:20

1 stop12h 40m

R8 665

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

10:05-2:25

1 stop12h 50m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 7/4

10:15-5:30

1 stop22h 45m

R12 490

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

22:50-2:05

1 stop23h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 18/4

11:05-16:20

2 stops32h 45m

R15 096

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

8:20-20:25

3 stops32h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 4/7

19:30-20:25

3 stops28h 25m

R15 739

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

8:20-14:15

3 stops26h 25m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 11/4

22:25-20:25

3 stops25h 30m

R15 875

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/6

8:20-17:40

3 stops29h 50m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 2/7

4:25-8:55

3 stops32h 00m

R15 993

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

8:20-2:05

1 stop14h 15m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 5/5

4:05-0:05

2 stops23h 30m

R16 365

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

17:30-2:05

3 stops53h 05m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 8/5

11:05-20:10

1 stop12h 35m

R17 093

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

9:25-8:05

3 stops19h 10m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 12/4

21:50-15:50

1 stop21h 30m

R18 041

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

17:30-2:05

2 stops29h 05m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 3/5

11:05-20:10

1 stop12h 35m

R18 769

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Mumbai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Mumbai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Mumbai. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg to Mumbai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 52 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Mumbai?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Mumbai (average of R6 770). Flying from Johannesburg to Mumbai in August is currently the most expensive (average of R7 988). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Mumbai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mumbai. 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 Mumbai. Reviews last updated 15 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Johannesburg to Mumbai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Mumbai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Johannesburg to Mumbai flights?

    Travellers planning to visit Mumbai from Johannesburg will depart from one of two airports. O.R. Tambo International Airport is the larger and busiest option while Lanseria International Airport is a quieter and smaller airport in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport had over 21 million passengers in 2017 and is a hub for South African Airways, FlySafair, and Mango. Once reaching Mumbai, passengers will disembark at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. It is a hub for SpiceJet, Air India, and Alliance Air and a focus city for Air India Express and Blue Dart Aviation. This airport had nearly 50 million passengers in 2018.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Mumbai?

    Unfortunately, there are currently no direct, nonstop flights to Mumbai from Johannesburg. However, that does not mean that there are no options to visit this destination. Passengers can take a stopover flight that stops down at least once before reaching Mumbai. Some of the airlines offering these flights include Air Seychelles, Ethiopian Airlines, and Kenya Airways. In most cases, flights with a single stop are about the same price as those with two or more stops. These fights average a length of 10h 55m, but this can vary based on the day and airline chosen.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Mumbai?

    When choosing a single stop flight, travellers may touch down at Mahe Island Airport, Dubai Airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport or several others. Other flights touch down in two places such as Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport and Abu Dhabi Airport or Cape Town Airport and Addis Ababa Airport. Unlike many routes, these flights typically talk about the same amount of time regardless of how many stops there are. These flights start early in the morning and go into the evening so most travellers can find an option that works for them.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Mumbai?

    When travelling from Johannesburg to Mumbai, passengers will require a passport that is good for at least six months after the departure from Mumbai. A visa is also required and can be provided for free.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Mumbai from Johannesburg?

    Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM), located 15,4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Johannesburg to Mumbai. 11 airlines have flights to Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl from Johannesburg on a regular basis. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Mumbai?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg to Mumbai can take about 12h 50m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 490. There are 6959 km between Johannesburg and Mumbai. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Mumbai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Mumbai is Uganda Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R7 152 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Tanzania and Etihad Airways, starting at R7 566 and R7 699 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Mumbai for 23% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Mumbai one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Mumbai are Air Tanzania (R4 211), Uganda Airlines (R4 381), and Kenya Airways (R4 385).

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Mumbai?

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Mumbai flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Mumbai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Mumbai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Mumbai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Mumbai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Mumbai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Mumbai 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 Johannesburg to Mumbai?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Mumbai (average of R6 770). Flying from Johannesburg to Mumbai in August is currently the most expensive (average of R7 988). 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 Johannesburg to Mumbai

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Uganda AirlinesCheapestR7 140AverageR7 924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 684AverageR9 380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 702AverageR8 712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 881AverageR8 812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR8 157AverageR9 823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 231AverageR10 287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapestR8 276AverageR8 878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 690AverageR9 738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR8 840AverageR11 453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 186AverageR10 856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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