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Cheap flights from Asia to South Africa from R4 305

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 23/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKK — JNB
Feb 8 — Feb 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 9 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 257

One-way from

R4 305

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 035

Good one-way deal

R13 441 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 11/3-30/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 50m total
  • Asia to South Africa
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 23/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 05m total
  • Asia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R3 181 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 098 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 9 January 2026.

Wed 11/210:50BOM - JNB
1 stop29h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 18/28:20JNB - BOM
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1R7 224
Wed 11/310:50BOM - JNB
1 stop20h 35mEthiopian Air
Thu 30/48:20JNB - BOM
1 stop14h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/1R7 257
Thu 12/28:00BOM - JNB
1 stop15h 10mUganda Airlines
Wed 25/312:50JNB - BOM
1 stop13h 45mUganda Airlines
Deal found 7/1R7 372
Thu 19/32:40BOM - JNB
1 stop25h 15mKenya Airways
Sat 28/312:05JNB - BOM
1 stop33h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/1R7 405
Mon 2/32:40BOM - JNB
1 stop25h 15mKenya Airways
Sat 14/31:35JNB - BOM
1 stop20h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/1R7 422
Sat 28/36:45BOM - JNB
1 stop31h 40mKenya Airways
Mon 30/31:15JNB - BOM
1 stop20h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/1R7 521
Wed 25/210:50BOM - JNB
1 stop29h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 4/38:20JNB - BOM
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1R7 587
Wed 21/110:50BOM - JNB
1 stop29h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 24/18:20JNB - BOM
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/1R7 620
Mon 19/110:50BOM - JNB
1 stop29h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 30/114:30JNB - BOM
1 stop32h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/1R8 197
Thu 22/18:00BOM - JNB
1 stop15h 10mUganda Airlines
Mon 2/212:50JNB - BOM
1 stop13h 45mUganda Airlines
Deal found 7/1R8 246
Sat 21/223:05KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 28/214:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/1R9 566
Sun 1/21:35BKK - JNB
1 stop16h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/214:30JNB - BKK
1 stop17h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/1R10 803

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Asia to South Africa that are best for you.

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 12/2

8:00-19:40

1 stop15h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

12:50-6:05

1 stop13h 45m

R7 372

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 21/1

10:50-13:05

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

8:20-2:35

1 stop14h 45m

R7 620

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 19/1

10:50-13:05

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

14:30-2:35

1 stop32h 35m

R8 197

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 22/1

8:00-19:40

1 stop15h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

12:50-6:05

1 stop13h 45m

R8 246

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 19/1

10:50-13:05

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

14:30-2:35

1 stop32h 35m

R8 626

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 17/1

4:40-8:20

1 stop31h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

9:50-12:35

1 stop23h 15m

R9 335

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 17/1

4:40-8:20

1 stop31h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

9:50-19:40

1 stop30h 20m

R9 500

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 22/1

6:45-15:50

1 stop12h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

17:00-1:30

1 stop29h 00m

R9 714

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 17/1

4:40-8:20

1 stop31h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

9:50-7:00

1 stop17h 40m

R10 374

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 1/2

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

14:30-17:15

2 stops20h 45m

R10 869

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Asia to South Africa (average of R7 059). Flying from Asia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 456). 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.

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 9 January 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
3 463 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 126 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 702 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 361 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
937 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

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?

    Uganda Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and China Eastern can get you from Asia to South Africa in just under 15h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 10m. There are 6959 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 823 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Mauritius from R3 505 and Uganda Airlines from R3 775 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 059). Flying from Asia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 456). 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 9 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 062AverageR13 443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 161AverageR13 599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 098AverageR18 396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 380AverageR14 743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 624AverageR16 398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR10 375AverageR16 916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR10 578AverageR15 764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 582AverageR15 922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapestR11 259AverageR12 936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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