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Cheap flights from Asia to South Africa from R5 059

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 12/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKK — JNB
Aug 1 — Aug 81
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 2 July 2026.

Sat 22/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 2/98:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/7R8 421
Tue 6/1011:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 14/1014:30
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop32h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/7R8 552
Tue 13/104:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 19/1022:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/7R8 715
Tue 30/64:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 14/714:30
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop32h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/6R8 731
Wed 28/104:40
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop31h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 19/19:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop17h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/6R8 894
Thu 17/911:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 27/914:30
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop32h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/6R9 090
Sat 19/911:05
BOM
-
CPT
1 stop30h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 27/915:10
CPT
-
BOM
1 stop31h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/6R9 302
Thu 30/74:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 8/88:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/6R9 302
Wed 8/74:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 8/722:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/6R9 433
Mon 6/711:05
BOM
-
CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 21/713:50
CPT
-
BOM
1 stop32h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/6R9 482
Thu 29/1010:50
BOM
-
CPT
1 stop29h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/1115:25
CPT
-
BOM
1 stop31h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/6R9 531
Thu 30/711:05
BOM
-
CPT
1 stop30h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 6/815:10
CPT
-
BOM
1 stop31h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/6R9 629

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 2 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 552

One-way from

R5 059

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R10 021

Good round-trip deal

R21 365 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 6/10-14/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 55m total
  • Asia to South Africa
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 12/7
  • 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 (R28 901 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 641 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 2 July 2026.
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MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 19/9

11:05-14:10

1 stop30h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

15:10-2:05

1 stop31h 25m

R9 302

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 30/7

11:05-14:10

1 stop30h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/8

15:10-2:05

1 stop31h 25m

R9 629

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 23/7

11:05-13:00

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/10

15:10-2:05

1 stop31h 25m

R10 021

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 5/10

4:05-14:10

1 stop13h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

13:50-2:05

1 stop32h 45m

R10 102

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 31/7

4:05-13:00

1 stop12h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/8

15:10-2:05

1 stop31h 25m

R10 380

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 31/7

11:05-14:10

1 stop30h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/8

15:10-2:05

1 stop31h 25m

R10 380

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 19/9

6:45-13:35

2 stops34h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

14:25-1:40

2 stops31h 45m

R10 526

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 15/8

11:05-13:00

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/8

13:50-8:30

1 stop15h 10m

R11 065

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 10/11

9:35-8:20

1 stop28h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

9:50-19:35

1 stop27h 45m

R11 473

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 9/9

21:55-8:20

1 stop16h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

9:45-19:45

1 stop28h 00m

R11 734

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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 988). Flying from Asia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R17 201). 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 2 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
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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
3 606 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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
1 402 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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
3 737 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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
1 471 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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
1 008 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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, Etihad Airways, and Emirates can get you from Asia to South Africa in just under 25h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 25m. There are 8496 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 566 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Uganda Airlines from R3 818 and Kenya Airways from R3 943 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 988). Flying from Asia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R17 201). 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 2 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR6 130AverageR16 237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 503AverageR13 985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 420AverageR17 216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 987AverageR13 626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR10 237AverageR16 268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR10 243AverageR16 936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 787AverageR18 368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapestR11 141AverageR12 816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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