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Cheap flights from Asia to South Africa from R6 565

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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKK — JNB
Jan 7 — Jan 141
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 8 December 2025.

Wed 31/1217:50ICN - JNB
2 stops44h 50mAir China
Fri 23/110:10JNB - ICN
2 stops28h 45mAir China
Deal found 7/12R12 877
Wed 10/1217:50ICN - JNB
2 stops44h 50mAir China
Wed 4/210:10JNB - ICN
2 stops23h 25mAir China
Deal found 7/12R12 894
Sun 7/120:05ICN - JNB
1 stop20h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 20/114:30JNB - ICN
1 stop18h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12R13 012
Sun 14/1217:50ICN - JNB
1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways
Wed 4/29:50JNB - ICN
1 stop17h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/12R13 097
Wed 10/1223:45ICN - JNB
2 stops38h 25mEtihad Airways
Wed 4/29:50JNB - ICN
1 stop17h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/12R13 130
Wed 31/1223:45ICN - JNB
2 stops38h 25mEtihad Airways
Fri 23/19:50JNB - ICN
1 stop17h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/12R13 283
Sun 28/1223:45ICN - JNB
1 stop39h 35mEtihad Airways
Mon 26/19:50JNB - ICN
1 stop17h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/12R13 604
Mon 22/120:05ICN - JNB
1 stop27h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 8/18:20JNB - ICN
1 stop24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12R13 790
Mon 8/1217:50ICN - JNB
1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways
Wed 14/19:50JNB - ICN
1 stop17h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/12R13 824
Mon 29/120:05ICN - JNB
1 stop27h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 8/18:20JNB - ICN
1 stop24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/12R13 841
Mon 8/1210:15SIN - JNB
1 stop23h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 13/420:40JNB - SIN
1 stop18h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/12R15 364
Wed 24/120:05ICN - CPT
1 stop21h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/1213:50CPT - ICN
1 stop18h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12R16 227

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 8 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 305

One-way from

R6 565

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 225

Good round-trip deal

R14 580 or less

Good one-way deal

R24 344 or less
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 21/1-28/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 10m total
  • Asia to South Africa
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  • 1/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 05m total
  • Asia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R10 573 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 537 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 8 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Asia to South Africa that are best for you.

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Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 20/1

17:50-7:25

1 stop19h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

11:00-20:35

1 stop27h 35m

R10 609

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 9/2

17:50-7:25

1 stop19h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

11:00-20:35

1 stop27h 35m

R10 795

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 9/2

17:50-7:25

1 stop19h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

11:00-12:35

1 stop19h 35m

R10 795

SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN - JNB

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Wed 21/1

14:00-18:35

Nonstop10h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

19:55-12:35

Nonstop10h 40m

R11 286

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 10/2

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

14:30-17:15

2 stops20h 45m

R11 811

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 9/2

8:15-7:25

1 stop29h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

11:00-16:50

1 stop23h 50m

R11 828

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 8/2

8:15-7:25

1 stop29h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

11:00-16:50

1 stop23h 50m

R11 828

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Thu 19/2

16:55-18:35

1 stop32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

19:50-22:20

1 stop19h 30m

R11 929

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 1/2

18:25-5:35

1 stop17h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

22:20-8:30

1 stop28h 10m

R12 048

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 24/2

18:25-16:35

1 stop28h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

22:20-14:45

1 stop34h 25m

R12 048

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Asia to South Africa (average of R7 242). Flying from Asia to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R10 795). 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 8 December 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 8 December 2025.
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
3 431 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 087 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 676 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 330 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
903 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

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?

    Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, and Ethiopian Air can get you from Asia to South Africa in just under 10h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 25m. 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 R2 896 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Mauritius from R3 596 and Uganda Airlines from R3 879 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Asia to South Africa (average of R7 242). Flying from Asia to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R10 795). 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 9 airlines flying from Asia to South Africa

Discover the top 9 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 8 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 245AverageR13 824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 373AverageR13 781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 623AverageR15 167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 873AverageR16 670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 556AverageR18 230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR10 644AverageR17 118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 759AverageR17 222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapestR11 551AverageR13 272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 336AverageR16 190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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