How long is the flight from India to South Africa?

The flight from India to South Africa depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (a popular airport in India) to Johannesburg OR Tambo (the most popular airport in South Africa), then the flight time is 14h 05m on average. If you fly from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (another popular airport in India) to Johannesburg OR Tambo, then the average flight time is 10h 55m.

What are the most popular cities to visit in South Africa?

Some of the world’s most well-travelled cities are in South Africa. The most popular city to travel to in South Africa is Johannesburg, which momondo users choose as their landing destination 65% more often than other cities. The next most popular cities in South Africa are Cape Town and Durban.

₹ 23,963 Cheap Flights to South Africa in 2026

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Flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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Kenya Airways

17 Sept

BOM

12h 35m

1 stop

JNB

29 Sept

JNB

20h 55m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 43,265

Etihad Airways

6 Oct

BOM

30h 40m

1 stop

JNB

14 Oct

JNB

17h 50m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 44,850

Etihad Airways

6 Oct

BOM

30h 40m

1 stop

JNB

14 Oct

JNB

17h 50m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 44,943

Etihad Airways

6 Oct

BOM

22h 00m

1 stop

JNB

14 Oct

JNB

17h 50m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 45,036

Kenya Airways

14 Sept

BOM

11h 45m

1 stop

JNB

27 Sept

JNB

20h 55m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 45,782

Etihad Airways

17 Jun

BOM

24h 30m

1 stop

JNB

3 Aug

JNB

30h 25m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 46,435

Etihad Airways

16 Sept

BOM

22h 00m

1 stop

JNB

30 Sept

JNB

17h 50m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 46,715

Etihad Airways

19 Jun

BOM

24h 30m

1 stop

JNB

3 Aug

JNB

30h 25m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 47,274

Etihad Airways

16 Sept

BOM

30h 40m

1 stop

JNB

3 Oct

JNB

17h 50m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 47,647

Kenya Airways

14 Sept

BOM

31h 40m

1 stop

JNB

27 Sept

JNB

34h 00m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 48,020

Etihad Airways

18 Sept

BOM

30h 40m

1 stop

JNB

3 Oct

JNB

17h 50m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 48,486

Air Tanzania

3 Jun

BOM

10h 55m

1 stop

JNB

12 Jun

JNB

10h 35m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 48,673

Flights to Cape Town

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Kenya Airways

5 Oct

BOM

26h 45m

1 stop

CPT

20 Oct

CPT

14h 50m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 49,139

Kenya Airways

5 Oct

BOM

26h 45m

1 stop

CPT

20 Oct

CPT

14h 50m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 49,232

Kenya Airways

5 Oct

BOM

26h 45m

1 stop

CPT

20 Oct

CPT

14h 50m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 49,792

Kenya Airways

5 Oct

BOM

26h 45m

1 stop

CPT

20 Oct

CPT

14h 50m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 50,258

Kenya Airways

5 Oct

BOM

26h 45m

1 stop

CPT

20 Oct

CPT

31h 45m

2 stops

BOM

₹ 50,817

Kenya Airways

30 Sept

BOM

14h 25m

2 stops

CPT

8 Oct

CPT

31h 45m

2 stops

BOM

₹ 50,911

Kenya Airways

4 Oct

BOM

30h 50m

1 stop

CPT

20 Oct

CPT

14h 50m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 51,004

Kenya Airways

5 Oct

BOM

26h 45m

1 stop

CPT

20 Oct

CPT

31h 45m

2 stops

BOM

₹ 51,563

Kenya Airways

4 Oct

BOM

14h 25m

2 stops

CPT

20 Oct

CPT

14h 50m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 52,030

Kenya Airways

13 Jun

BOM

34h 20m

2 stops

CPT

27 Jun

CPT

31h 50m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 52,496

Kenya Airways

4 Oct

BOM

14h 25m

2 stops

CPT

20 Oct

CPT

31h 45m

2 stops

BOM

₹ 52,682

Kenya Airways

4 Oct

BOM

30h 50m

1 stop

CPT

20 Oct

CPT

31h 45m

2 stops

BOM

₹ 52,775

Flights to Durban

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Emirates

22 May

BOM

15h 40m

1 stop

DUR

10 Jun

DUR

16h 05m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 79,256

Emirates

15 Jun

BOM

24h 35m

1 stop

DUR

17 Jun

DUR

34h 05m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 79,350

Emirates

28 May

BOM

15h 40m

1 stop

DUR

8 Jun

DUR

16h 05m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 79,723

Emirates

6 Jul

BOM

24h 35m

1 stop

DUR

17 Jul

DUR

22h 35m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 80,748

Emirates

6 Jul

BOM

21h 40m

1 stop

DUR

14 Jul

DUR

16h 05m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 80,842

Emirates

7 Jul

BOM

15h 40m

1 stop

DUR

16 Jul

DUR

16h 05m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 81,121

Emirates

23 May

BOM

15h 40m

1 stop

DUR

10 Jun

DUR

16h 05m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 81,401

Emirates

24 May

BOM

15h 40m

1 stop

DUR

12 Jun

DUR

16h 05m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 81,774

Multiple Airlines

27 Apr

BOM

18h 45m

2 stops

DUR

17 Jul

DUR

16h 05m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 82,147

Emirates

6 Jul

BOM

24h 35m

1 stop

DUR

18 Jul

DUR

34h 05m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 82,893

Emirates

6 Jul

BOM

21h 40m

1 stop

DUR

18 Jul

DUR

19h 30m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 82,986

Emirates

7 Jul

BOM

15h 40m

1 stop

DUR

18 Jul

DUR

16h 05m

1 stop

BOM

₹ 83,266

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06:45 - 15:50

BOM

JNB

12h 35m

1 stop

01:15 - 01:40

JNB

BOM

20h 55m

1 stop

₹ 43,265Kenya Airways

Thu, 17 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

05:10 - 08:20

BOM

JNB

30h 40m

1 stop

09:50 - 07:10

JNB

BOM

17h 50m

1 stop

₹ 44,850Etihad Airways

Tue, 6 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

05:10 - 08:20

BOM

JNB

30h 40m

1 stop

09:50 - 07:10

JNB

BOM

17h 50m

1 stop

₹ 44,943Etihad Airways

Tue, 6 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

02:40 - 10:55

BOM

JNB

11h 45m

1 stop

01:15 - 01:40

JNB

BOM

20h 55m

1 stop

₹ 45,782Kenya Airways

Mon, 14 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep

21:55 - 19:20

DEL

JNB

24h 55m

1 stop

20:25 - 05:40

JNB

DEL

29h 45m

1 stop

₹ 66,855Singapore Airlines

Sun, 9 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug

03:30 - 10:30

HYD

JNB

34h 30m

1 stop

14:45 - 14:25

JNB

HYD

20h 10m

1 stop

₹ 74,501Qatar Airways

Thu, 14 May - Thu, 30 Jul

23:05 - 19:20

BLR

JNB

23h 45m

1 stop

20:25 - 21:50

JNB

BLR

21h 55m

1 stop

₹ 74,688Singapore Airlines

Thu, 17 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

04:25 - 04:00

HYD

JNB

27h 05m

1 stop

19:50 - 14:25

JNB

HYD

15h 05m

1 stop

₹ 77,951Qatar Airways

Wed, 3 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun

04:25 - 16:35

BOM

DUR

15h 40m

1 stop

18:40 - 14:15

DUR

BOM

16h 05m

1 stop

₹ 79,256Emirates

Fri, 22 May - Wed, 10 Jun

19:30 - 16:35

BOM

DUR

24h 35m

1 stop

18:40 - 08:15

DUR

BOM

34h 05m

1 stop

₹ 79,350Emirates

Mon, 15 Jun - Wed, 17 Jun

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 17/9

06:45-15:50

1 stop12h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

01:15-01:40

1 stop20h 55m

₹ 43,265

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 6/10

05:10-08:20

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/10

09:50-07:10

1 stop17h 50m

₹ 44,850

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 6/10

05:10-08:20

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/10

09:50-07:10

1 stop17h 50m

₹ 44,943

MumbaiJohannesburg

BOM - JNB

BOMJNB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 14/9

02:40-10:55

1 stop11h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/9

01:15-01:40

1 stop20h 55m

₹ 45,782

New DelhiJohannesburg

DEL - JNB

DELJNB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 9/8

21:55-19:20

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

20:25-05:40

1 stop29h 45m

₹ 66,855

HyderabadJohannesburg

HYD - JNB

HYDJNB

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Thu 14/5

03:30-10:30

1 stop34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

14:45-14:25

1 stop20h 10m

₹ 74,501

BengaluruJohannesburg

BLR - JNB

BLRJNB

Bengaluru Intl

Thu 17/9

23:05-19:20

1 stop23h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

20:25-21:50

1 stop21h 55m

₹ 74,688

HyderabadJohannesburg

HYD - JNB

HYDJNB

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Wed 3/6

04:25-04:00

1 stop27h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

19:50-14:25

1 stop15h 05m

₹ 77,951

Fastest return journey

MumbaiDurban

BOM - DUR

BOMDUR

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 22/5

04:25-16:35

1 stop15h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 10/6

18:40-14:15

1 stop16h 05m

₹ 79,256

MumbaiDurban

BOM - DUR

BOMDUR

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 15/6

19:30-16:35

1 stop24h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 17/6

18:40-08:15

1 stop34h 05m

₹ 79,350

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South Africa flights insights and trends

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Other information

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways and Kenya Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from India according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 60% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Johannesburg

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Cheap South Africa flight deals and tips

Summary info about South Africa flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	₹ 23,963
Best Round-Trip Price	₹ 43,265
Fastest flight time	10h 55m
Popular in	July

The best one-way flight price to South Africa from India in the last 72 hours is ₹ 23,963 (Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo).

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The best round-trip flight price to South Africa from India in the last 72 hours is ₹ 43,265 (Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo).

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The fastest flight to South Africa from India takes 10h 55m (Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo).

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July has the highest demand for flights to South Africa, with a 15% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to South Africa

What popular landmarks are in South Africa?

South Africa is full of notable places to explore, many with significant historical value to the region and the world. Some of the most popular landmarks in South Africa are Camps Bay Beach, Boulders Beach, Metlife Centre, and Cape Town International Convention Centre, among many more.

What is the best airport to land at to visit Camps Bay Beach?

Flying into Cape Town Airport is typically the best way to visit Camps Bay Beach, since it is the closest airport to the area.

What is the cheapest flight to South Africa?

The cheapest flights to South Africa recently found by momondo users are ₹ 4,555 with FlySafair, ₹ 10,272 with Airlink, and ₹ 12,186 with South African.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air is the most popular airline offering flights to South Africa, with 60% of our users opting to fly with them when travelling to South Africa. Other popular options include Etihad Airways and Kenya Airways. There are a total of 8 different airlines flying to South Africa.

What is the most popular airport in South Africa to fly to?

If you’re unsure where to fly to in South Africa, we recommend booking a flight that arrives at the popular Johannesburg OR Tambo airport, which services Johannesburg and its surrounding areas. In the last 12 months, 48% of momondo travellers booking flights to South Africa chose to fly into Johannesburg OR Tambo.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to South Africa?

Prices for flights to South Africa were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to South Africa?

As of April 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly to South Africa?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to South Africa?

momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights to South Africa. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good company.

Can I find flights to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to South Africa on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to South Africa?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight to South Africa.

I’m not ready to book a flight to South Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to South Africa. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.