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Cheap flights from Asia to South Africa from R6 556

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 21/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKK — JNB
Dec 21 — Dec 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Asia to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Asia to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2025.

Tue 25/1118:40TPE - JNB
1 stop19h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 3/129:50JNB - TPE
1 stop17h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/11R11 185
Mon 1/120:05ICN - JNB
1 stop20h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 18/128:20JNB - ICN
1 stop24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/11R11 667
Wed 3/120:05ICN - CPT
1 stop19h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/1213:50CPT - ICN
1 stop18h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/11R12 338
Mon 24/1118:40TPE - JNB
1 stop19h 40mEtihad Airways
Fri 5/129:50JNB - TPE
1 stop17h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/11R12 441
Sun 23/1118:40TPE - JNB
1 stop19h 40mEtihad Airways
Sun 7/129:50JNB - TPE
1 stop17h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/11R12 527
Fri 21/1118:40TPE - JNB
1 stop19h 40mEtihad Airways
Fri 16/19:50JNB - TPE
1 stop17h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/11R12 544
Mon 24/1118:40TPE - JNB
1 stop19h 40mEtihad Airways
Mon 8/129:50JNB - TPE
1 stop17h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/11R12 785
Fri 21/110:05ICN - CPT
1 stop21h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 3/1214:35CPT - ICN
1 stop18h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/11R12 871
Thu 27/110:05ICN - JNB
1 stop20h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/1214:30JNB - ICN
1 stop18h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/11R12 974
Tue 9/1213:10ICN - JNB
2 stops25h 30mAir China
Wed 17/1210:10JNB - ICN
2 stops44h 10mAir China
Deal found 20/11R13 112
Sun 23/1118:40TPE - JNB
1 stop19h 40mEtihad Airways
Fri 5/129:50JNB - TPE
1 stop17h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/11R13 215
Mon 29/120:05ICN - JNB
1 stop34h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 8/114:30JNB - ICN
1 stop18h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/11R13 284

Cheap flight deals from Asia to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Asia to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 667

One-way from

R6 556

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R11 546

Good round-trip deal

R14 827 or less

Good one-way deal

R24 757 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/12-18/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 25m total
  • Asia to South Africa
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  • 21/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 55m total
  • Asia to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 570 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Asia to South Africa 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 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Asia to South Africa that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN - JNB

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Fri 3/4

2:00-13:05

1 stop17h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

14:30-14:50

1 stop18h 20m

R12 630

SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN - JNB

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Sun 3/5

2:00-13:05

1 stop17h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

14:30-14:50

1 stop18h 20m

R13 267

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Sun 11/1

0:05-13:05

1 stop20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/1

14:30-15:45

1 stop18h 15m

R13 301

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Tue 3/2

16:55-9:25

2 stops23h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/2

10:40-15:40

2 stops22h 00m

R13 473

SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN - JNB

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Fri 3/4

2:00-13:05

1 stop17h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/4

14:30-14:50

1 stop18h 20m

R13 542

TokyoJohannesburg

HND - JNB

HNDJNB

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 11/5

17:05-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

19:50-21:55

1 stop19h 05m

R13 559

SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN - JNB

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Sun 3/5

0:50-10:15

1 stop39h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

13:25-14:05

1 stop18h 40m

R13 938

SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN - JNB

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Sat 4/4

1:40-20:50

1 stop25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

13:25-14:05

1 stop18h 40m

R13 955

SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN - JNB

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Sun 5/4

21:00-10:15

1 stop19h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

22:20-21:45

1 stop17h 25m

R13 955

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Thu 22/1

16:55-6:10

1 stop20h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

19:55-15:40

1 stop36h 45m

R13 955

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Best time to book a flight from Asia to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Asia with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Asia to South Africa

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Asia to South Africa (average of R6 797). Flying from Asia to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R7 554). 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 AS to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Asia to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Asia to South Africa at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Asia to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Asia to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Asia to South Africa flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday 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 South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 21 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Asia to South Africa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 064 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 064 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 064 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 664 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 064 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 309 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 064 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
896 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 064 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
Kenya Airways
6,9
Okay
287 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 064 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Asia to South Africa. 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 Asia to South Africa?

    Ethiopian Air, Singapore Airlines, and Emirates can get you from Asia to South Africa in just under 17h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 22h 20m. There are 8650 km between Asia and South Africa. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R6 676 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R7 193 and Emirates from R8 931 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Asia to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Asia to South Africa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Asia to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Asia to South Africa 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 Asia to South Africa?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Asia to South Africa (average of R6 797). Flying from Asia to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R7 554). 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 Asia to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Asia to South Africa. 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 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 690AverageR11 098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR7 182AverageR18 316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR7 214AverageR7 955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 388AverageR15 480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR7 388AverageR14 963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 628AverageR12 882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR9 159AverageR10 584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cathay PacificCheapestR10 824AverageR17 384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 941AverageR17 558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 562AverageR16 726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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