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Cheap flights from Asia to South Africa from R4 586

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 26/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKK — JNB
Dec 5 — Dec 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 5 November 2025.

Mon 10/116:45BOM - JNB
1 stop21h 10mKenya Airways
Sun 16/111:35JNB - BOM
1 stop20h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/11R7 551
Tue 11/1110:50BOM - JNB
1 stop29h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 14/118:20JNB - BOM
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/11R7 568
Fri 21/1110:50BOM - JNB
1 stop29h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/128:20JNB - BOM
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/11R7 586
Tue 9/122:40BOM - JNB
1 stop16h 40mKenya Airways
Fri 17/412:10JNB - BOM
1 stop33h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/11R7 656
Sat 29/112:40BOM - JNB
1 stop25h 15mKenya Airways
Sun 1/312:05JNB - BOM
1 stop33h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/11R7 673
Tue 23/1210:50BOM - JNB
1 stop12h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 31/1214:30JNB - BOM
1 stop32h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/11R7 691
Mon 22/1210:50BOM - JNB
1 stop12h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 31/1223:00JNB - BOM
1 stop24h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/11R7 830
Thu 20/119:55BOM - JNB
1 stop30h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/128:20JNB - BOM
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/11R7 935
Fri 26/1210:50BOM - JNB
1 stop29h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 31/1214:30JNB - BOM
1 stop32h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/11R7 952
Thu 20/112:40BOM - JNB
1 stop11h 45mKenya Airways
Fri 5/1217:00JNB - BOM
1 stop29h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/11R8 092
Sun 30/110:05ICN - JNB
1 stop20h 00mEthiopian Air
Wed 31/128:20JNB - ICN
1 stop24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/11R11 754
Thu 27/1117:50ICN - JNB
1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways
Wed 3/129:50JNB - ICN
1 stop17h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/11R11 771

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 5 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 586

One-way from

R4 586

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R10 986

Good round-trip deal

R15 027 or less

Good one-way deal

R25 090 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 21/11-5/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 30m total
  • Asia to South Africa
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 26/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 50m total
  • Asia to South Africa
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High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 859 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 5 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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Asia

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 24/12

10:50-13:05

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

14:30-2:35

1 stop32h 35m

R7 586

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 23/12

10:50-20:10

1 stop12h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/12

14:30-2:35

1 stop32h 35m

R7 952

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 27/12

10:50-20:10

1 stop12h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/12

8:20-2:35

1 stop14h 45m

R7 952

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 26/12

10:50-20:10

1 stop12h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/12

14:30-2:35

1 stop32h 35m

R7 952

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 24/12

10:50-20:10

1 stop12h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/12

8:20-2:35

1 stop14h 45m

R7 952

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 26/12

10:50-13:05

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

14:30-2:35

1 stop32h 35m

R7 952

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 19/11

4:05-13:05

1 stop12h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

23:00-2:35

1 stop24h 05m

R8 789

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 21/12

2:40-3:55

1 stop28h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/1

12:05-1:30

1 stop33h 55m

R9 121

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 21/12

2:40-0:25

1 stop25h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/12

12:05-1:30

1 stop33h 55m

R9 121

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 25/12

6:45-15:50

1 stop12h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

17:00-1:30

1 stop29h 00m

R9 121

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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 464). Flying from Asia to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R11 126). 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 5 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 5 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
1 053 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,8

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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
1 053 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 053 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,8

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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
3 661 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 053 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,8

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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
1 285 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 053 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,8

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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
889 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 053 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,8

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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
6,8
Okay
286 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 053 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

7,8

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

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, China Eastern, and Singapore Airlines can get you from Asia to South Africa in just under 23h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h. There are 12411 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 R4 586 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Kenya Airways from R4 621 and China Eastern from R7 115 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 464). Flying from Asia to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R11 126). 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 5 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 467AverageR15 648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR7 944AverageR16 676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 629AverageR14 091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 879AverageR19 577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR10 970AverageR17 618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 006AverageR16 565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 088AverageR17 794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 744AverageR16 951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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