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Cheap flights from Asia to South Africa from R5 144

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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKK — JNB
Aug 18 — Aug 251
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 19 July 2026.

Wed 29/711:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 7/814:30
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop32h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/7R8 095
Sun 2/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 9/1014:30
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop32h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/7R8 112
Sat 1/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 8/822:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/7R8 145
Sat 1/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 10/822:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/7R8 178
Sat 1/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 9/88:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/7R8 211
Sun 2/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 13/822:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/7R8 227
Sat 22/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 14/1114:30
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop32h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/7R8 244
Sat 1/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 11/814:30
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop32h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/7R8 260
Mon 3/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 12/88:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/7R8 277
Sun 2/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 12/88:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/7R8 310
Tue 21/711:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 29/722:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/7R8 326
Wed 12/89:35
DEL
-
CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 19/813:50
CPT
-
DEL
1 stop32h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/7R11 014

Find 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 19 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 095

One-way from

R5 144

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R9 052

Good round-trip deal

R20 252 or less

Good one-way deal

R24 557 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 29/7-7/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 55m total
  • Asia to South Africa
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 5/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 20m total
  • Asia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (R30 972 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 883 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 19 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Asia to South Africa that are best for you.

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MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 30/7

11:05-13:25

1 stop29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

22:50-2:05

1 stop23h 45m

R8 475

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 4/9

11:05-13:25

1 stop29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

8:20-2:05

1 stop14h 15m

R8 475

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 26/7

11:05-13:25

1 stop29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/8

22:50-2:05

1 stop23h 45m

R8 475

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 30/7

11:05-13:25

1 stop29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

14:30-2:05

1 stop32h 05m

R8 475

New DelhiCape Town

DEL - CPT

DELCPT

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 8/10

9:35-13:00

1 stop30h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/10

13:50-8:25

1 stop15h 05m

R11 393

BangkokJohannesburg

BKK - JNB

BKKJNB

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 28/8

15:55-8:15

1 stop21h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

14:05-6:20

1 stop35h 15m

R12 349

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 6/9

11:05-1:00

2 stops41h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

8:20-2:05

1 stop14h 15m

R12 580

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 29/7

11:05-0:05

2 stops40h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/8

22:50-2:05

1 stop23h 45m

R12 794

SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN - JNB

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Thu 20/8

0:50-16:15

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

22:20-21:45

1 stop17h 25m

R14 311

New DelhiCape Town

DEL - CPT

DELCPT

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 8/10

16:05-10:15

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/10

9:00-8:45

2 stops20h 15m

R14 460

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Best time to book a flight from Asia to South Africa

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Asia to South Africa (average of R12 019). Flying from Asia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 581). 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 Asia to South Africa?

The best time to book flights from Asia to South Africa is 5 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 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 19 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Cathay Pacific, andQatar 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 416 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 744 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 479 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 012 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

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, Qatar Airways, and Emirates can get you from Asia to South Africa in just under 19h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 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 R3 603 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Uganda Airlines from R3 871 and Kenya Airways from R3 983 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Asia to South Africa (average of R12 019). Flying from Asia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 581). 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 8 airlines flying from Asia to South Africa

Discover the top 8 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 19 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR6 193AverageR16 366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 377AverageR14 437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 517AverageR17 296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 090AverageR13 828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR10 343AverageR16 435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR10 348AverageR16 941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 658AverageR18 563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapestR11 255AverageR12 947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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