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Cheap flights from India to South Africa from R5 035

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 26/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEL — JNB
Aug 10 — Aug 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from India to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from India to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 July 2026.

Sun 2/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 12/88:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/7R8 082
Tue 4/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 12/814:30
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop32h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/7R8 098
Wed 5/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 10/822:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/7R8 131
Sat 1/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 11/814:30
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop32h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/7R8 180
Sun 2/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 14/88:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/7R8 212
Wed 5/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 12/88:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/7R8 310
Mon 3/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 8/822:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/7R8 343
Sun 2/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 8/88:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/7R8 359
Tue 4/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 8/88:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/7R8 375
Sun 26/711:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 3/822:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/7R8 392
Thu 6/811:05
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 10/822:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/7R8 408
Sun 23/811:05
BOM
-
CPT
1 stop30h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 30/813:50
CPT
-
BOM
1 stop32h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/7R9 239

Find flight deals from India to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for India to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 11 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 082

One-way from

R5 035

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R9 891
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 2/8-12/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 05m total
  • India to South Africa
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 26/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 35m total
  • India to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (R28 933 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 673 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 23/9

11:05-14:10

1 stop30h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/10

13:50-2:05

1 stop32h 45m

R9 418

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 20/8

11:05-13:00

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 25/9

15:10-2:05

1 stop31h 25m

R9 597

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 5/10

6:45-6:00

1 stop26h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

14:25-1:40

2 stops31h 45m

R9 858

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 22/7

2:40-13:35

2 stops14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/10

14:25-1:40

2 stops31h 45m

R9 891

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

R9 989

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 24/7

11:05-13:00

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/10

15:10-2:05

1 stop31h 25m

R10 070

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 24/7

11:05-13:00

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/10

15:10-2:05

1 stop31h 25m

R10 070

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 23/9

11:05-14:10

1 stop30h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

15:10-2:05

1 stop31h 25m

R10 086

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 22/7

11:05-13:00

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

15:10-2:05

1 stop31h 25m

R10 103

MumbaiCape Town

BOM - CPT

BOMCPT

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 23/7

4:05-13:00

1 stop12h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/7

15:10-2:05

1 stop31h 25m

R10 380

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Best time to book a flight from India to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from India to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from India to South Africa?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from India to South Africa (average of R9 223). Flying from India to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 115). 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 India to South Africa?

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from India to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 11 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from India to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 475 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 010 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
310 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.

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  • How long is the flight from India to South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from India to South Africa in 25h 45m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways, or Etihad Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between India and South Africa is about 6904 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from India to South Africa one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R3 826 on Uganda Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Kenya Airways from R3 936 and Air Tanzania from R3 960 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from India to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

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  • How can I find direct flights from India to South Africa?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from India to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from India 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 India to South Africa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from India to South Africa (average of R9 223). Flying from India to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 115). 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 7 airlines flying from India to South Africa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from India 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 11 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 546AverageR12 340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR5 496AverageR11 866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 516AverageR8 586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR6 121AverageR12 868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR7 000AverageR10 116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR8 101AverageR10 760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR11 161AverageR16 243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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