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Cheap flights to India from R4 465

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Apr 30 — May 71
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Flights to India in 2024

Find the latest flights to India in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 626 323 searches and data was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 445

Return from

R6 888

One-way from

R4 465
High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From Johannesburg to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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Cheap flights to India in April & May 2024

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The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to India in April and May 2024. Check back soon for alternative prices as deals update often.
Cheap flights to Mumbai
Sun 28/49:55JNB - BOM
1 stop23h 25mEtihad Airways
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Wed 8/59:55JNB - BOM
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Thu 25/417:00JNB - BOM
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Wed 1/59:55JNB - BOM
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Wed 1/59:55JNB - BOM
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Thu 16/59:55JNB - BOM
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Cheap flights to New Delhi
Sun 28/49:55JNB - DEL
1 stop18h 30mEtihad Airways
Sun 12/59:10DEL - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/4R9 464
Sun 12/59:55JNB - DEL
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/520:15DEL - JNB
2 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R10 189
Wed 1/59:55JNB - DEL
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Sun 28/74:50DEL - JNB
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Wed 1/59:55JNB - DEL
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Wed 15/59:55JNB - DEL
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Wed 29/516:55DEL - JNB
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Mon 13/59:55JNB - DEL
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Wed 29/516:55DEL - JNB
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Sun 12/513:35JNB - DEL
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Fri 17/54:20DEL - JNB
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Mon 20/59:55JNB - DEL
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Thu 23/54:50DEL - JNB
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Mon 13/59:55JNB - DEL
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Sun 2/621:15DEL - JNB
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India 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for India in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 626 323 searches and data were last updated on 25 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals to India in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sun 28/49:55JNB - BOM
1 stop23h 25mEtihad Airways
Wed 8/513:55BOM - JNB
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/4R6 888
Thu 25/49:55JNB - BOM
1 stop30h 00mEtihad Airways
Wed 8/54:30BOM - JNB
1 stop31h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/4R6 964
Wed 8/59:55JNB - BOM
1 stop30h 00mEtihad Airways
Sun 12/513:55BOM - JNB
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/4R7 021
Wed 12/612:10JNB - BOM
1 stop33h 50mKenya Airways
Tue 18/62:40BOM - JNB
1 stop16h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 24/4R7 060
Sat 18/517:00JNB - BOM
1 stop33h 05mKenya Airways
Mon 3/66:45BOM - JNB
1 stop12h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 24/4R7 079
Fri 10/512:10JNB - BOM
1 stop13h 55mKenya Airways
Tue 4/66:45BOM - JNB
1 stop21h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 25/4R7 098

One-way flights to India

Explore one-way flight options to India for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 626 323 searches and data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Choose from one of these one-way flights departing to India. Users can also find round-trip India flights by using the search form above.
Mon 13/59:55JNB - BOM
1 stop13h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/4R4 465
Mon 6/513:35JNB - DEL
1 stop15h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R6 010

Average price of flights to India by month

Plan your trip to India by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to India is currently R5 237 while a return flight costs R9 060. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to India (average of R597). Flying to India in December will prove the most costly (average of R705). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R12 555

February

R12 135

March

R12 173

April

R11 391

May

R11 391

June

R12 268

July

R12 898

August

R12 841

September

R12 726

October

R12 078

November

R12 326

December

R13 451

Peak season:

Depending on where exactly it is you’re going in India, the peak season for tourism may vary. Generally speaking, the country sees its main peak season from June through September each year, which means that flights might be at their most expensive over this period. Make sure that you book your flight tickets to India as far along in advance as possible if you’re planning on attending one of India’s famous festivals.

Off season:

The cheapest flights to India can often be booked during the rainy season, which spans from June through November. The winter months, which are from December through March, can also be a perfect time to find discounted deals on flights to India.

Temperature and rainfall in India by month

Plan your trip to India by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BOM

Temperature

24 - 30 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to India, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 30.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to India?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to India. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.

As mentioned, India’s monsoon season is when the flights here are often at their cheapest. Make sure that you’ve decided on where it is you want to go in India as the seasons vary greatly from one region to the next. Rainy season in Goa, for example, runs from June to September, but other parts of the country receive the most rains from October to November. You may also want to check out when India’s main festivals are happening, as these will significantly impact the prices of flights. Flexibility is essential when it comes to booking the cheapest flights to and from India. Whichever date you pick, just make sure that you do your admin as far as three or four months in advance.

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Reviews of airlines servicing India

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to India. 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 India. Reviews last updated 25 April 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Air India, Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways to India have to say. 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.
8,1
Very Good
4 068 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

8,1
Very Good
4 068 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 068 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7,7
Good
4 479 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 068 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7,4
Good
795 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 068 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7,4
Good
725 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 068 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Where are the most popular flight destinations in India?

According to our users, the most popular flight destination in India is Mumbai, followed by New Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi and Chennai.

Renowned for its mélange of smells, whether it’s from spices or incense, India is a vivid explosion of marigolds, bursts of sunlight, bright saris, and endless smiles. Spread out between the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayan Mountains and the golden beaches of the Indian Ocean, India is a country as beautiful as it is bamboozling, as endlessly fascinating as it is captivating, a land filled with an eclectic mix of man-made and natural wonders. If you’re planning on taking a cheap flight to India, you’d better get ready to lose your heart in one of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations!

What is good to know if travelling to India?

  • Diwali, Holi, Navaratri, Onam, and Eid ul Fitr are but five of the major and very colorful festivals that take place in India annually, so do your homework and try to have your travels coincide with at least one them to experience an authentic Indian festival!
  • History buffs that plan on visiting New Delhi should check out the range of museums to get behind India’s rich and intriguing past.
  • Mumbai has some of the most delicious street foods in the world, so while you’re sightseeing on foot, make sure you grab a tantalizing bite on the go!
  • How long is the flight to India?

    Johannesburg to Goa 14 hours, 35 minutes Johannesburg to Mumbai 10 hours, 55 minutes Johannesburg to New Delhi 12 hours, 55 minutes

  • Which airlines operate flights to India?

    Airlines like South African Airways, China Southern, Kiwi Intl Airlines, British Airways, and Singapore Airlines all have cheap flights to and from India on offer, but which one you end up using might depend on where exactly you’re flying to in India. Travel dates and coinciding festivals in India may well influence the price that airlines charge for your flights, so comparing the offers available by each carrier is one of the best ways to establish which airline will suit your needs best.

  • How to get from the airport to the city center?

    Goa There are buses that you can use to get to the city center from the airport, but you may also make use of one of the taxis parked outside of the arrival terminals to reach the Goa city center from the airport. Before you make any arrangements though, be sure to enquire with the hotel you are staying with to see if they have a complimentary shuttle service on offer from the airport to their premises, most high-standard hotels provide this service. Mumbai Getting to the city center from the Mumbai airport can easily and quickly be done by taking one of the taxis at the airport’s arrival terminals. Taking the buses from the airport might be another option, but you’ll have to take a few connecting rides to reach the heart of the city since most coaches don’t offer direct rides. New Delhi One of the easiest ways of getting to New Delhi’s city center from the airport is by making use of the Airport Express, a train service that runs every half hour to the city center. Alternatively, you may also take one of the pre-paid taxis that can be found parked outside of the arrival terminals at the airport, but keep in mind that they are much more expensive than the train.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to India if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to India on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to India?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air Seychelles is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to India.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in India?

    Ahmedabad Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in India. One-way flights to Ahmedabad Airport typically cost R550, while return flights cost around R1 203.

  • How much is a return flight to India?

    A return flight to India will typically cost around R135, however they can be found for as little as R133.

  • Where does the fastest flight to India depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to India, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport?

    Yes. New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hotel Grand Olive Near Delhi Airport is the closest property to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport (0,0 km away from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport).

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