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Cheap flights from Asia to South Africa from R5 037

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 16/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKK — JNB
Aug 7 — Aug 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 July 2026.

Tue 21/711:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 28/78:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/7R8 156
Tue 25/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 7/98:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/7R8 367
Thu 9/711:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 27/722:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/7R8 383
Sat 4/711:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 11/714:30
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop32h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/7R8 481
Sun 26/711:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 29/98:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/7R8 497
Sat 3/1011:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 8/108:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/7R8 595
Thu 9/74:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 9/722:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/7R8 627
Tue 6/104:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 14/108:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/7R8 660
Tue 25/82:40
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Kenya Airways
Sun 30/81:15
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop20h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/7R9 001
Mon 20/72:40
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Kenya Airways
Wed 22/712:10
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop34h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/7R9 033
Mon 19/102:40
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop25h 05m
Kenya Airways
Tue 27/1012:05
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop33h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/7R9 066
Thu 9/711:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 12/714:30
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop32h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/7R9 180

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 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 156

One-way from

R5 037

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R10 057

Good round-trip deal

R21 270 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 21/7-28/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 50m total
  • Asia to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 16/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 40m total
  • Asia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (R28 830 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 599 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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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 July 2026.
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MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 30/8

11:05-3:55

1 stop20h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

8:20-2:05

1 stop14h 15m

R8 367

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 30/8

11:05-20:10

1 stop12h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

22:50-2:05

1 stop23h 45m

R8 367

BangkokJohannesburg

BKK - JNB

BKKJNB

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 31/8

3:15-8:20

1 stop34h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

14:05-19:25

1 stop24h 20m

R12 218

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 5/8

11:05-0:05

2 stops40h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

8:20-2:05

1 stop14h 15m

R13 095

BangkokJohannesburg

BKK - JNB

BKKJNB

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sun 4/10

21:00-8:20

1 stop16h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

9:50-6:35

1 stop15h 45m

R13 144

BangkokJohannesburg

BKK - JNB

BKKJNB

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sun 4/10

9:15-8:20

1 stop28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

9:50-11:45

1 stop20h 55m

R13 144

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 10/9

11:05-1:00

2 stops41h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

8:20-2:05

1 stop14h 15m

R13 420

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 5/8

11:05-0:05

2 stops40h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

14:30-2:05

1 stop32h 05m

R13 777

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 18/7

11:05-0:05

2 stops40h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/7

22:50-2:05

1 stop23h 45m

R13 777

SingaporeJohannesburg

SIN - JNB

SINJNB

Singapore Changi

Tue 21/7

0:50-5:30

1 stop34h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/7

22:20-21:45

1 stop17h 25m

R13 956

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Asia to South Africa (average of R9 943). Flying from Asia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 662). 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 8 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
3 607 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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
3 607 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 607 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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
1 404 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 607 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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
3 743 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 607 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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
1 476 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 607 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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
1 008 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 607 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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, Etihad Airways, and Emirates can get you from Asia to South Africa in just under 16h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 05m. There are 8991 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 550 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Uganda Airlines from R3 815 and Kenya Airways from R3 925 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Asia to South Africa (average of R9 943). Flying from Asia to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 662). 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 8 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR6 103AverageR16 164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 469AverageR13 914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 378AverageR17 139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 943AverageR13 562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR10 192AverageR16 195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR10 197AverageR16 788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 739AverageR18 286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapestR11 091AverageR12 758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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