How long is the flight from South Africa to India?

The average flight duration from South Africa to India depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Johannesburg to New Delhi is 13h 05m on average, while flying from Cape Town to New Delhi is 16h 10m on average. New Delhi is the most popular airport in India.

Which airlines fly to India?

Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways and Kenya Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to India from South Africa according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to India. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to India on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to India?

Kenya Airways, Uganda Airlines, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to India

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to India were last updated today.

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

There are 7 operators available for flights from South Africa to India as of August 2025.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to India.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to India?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to India may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at India. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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12:50 - 06:05JNB-BOM

13h 45m1 stop

08:00 - 19:40BOM-JNB

15h 10m1 stop

₹ 39,757Uganda Airlines

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Wed, 13 Aug - Thu, 21 Aug

12:50 - 06:05JNB-BOM

13h 45m1 stop

08:00 - 19:40BOM-JNB

15h 10m1 stop

₹ 40,107Uganda Airlines

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Wed, 13 Aug - Thu, 21 Aug

09:50 - 19:30JNB-BOM

30h 10m1 stop

11:10 - 08:20BOM-JNB

24h 40m1 stop

₹ 40,545Etihad Airways

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Mon, 22 Sep - Mon, 29 Sep

17:00 - 05:35JNB-BOM

33h 05m1 stop

02:40 - 00:25BOM-JNB

25h 15m1 stop

₹ 41,070Kenya Airways

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Sat, 25 Oct - Fri, 12 Dec

12:10 - 01:30JNB-BOM

33h 50m1 stop

02:40 - 00:25BOM-JNB

25h 15m1 stop

₹ 41,158Kenya Airways

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Sat, 25 Oct - Fri, 12 Dec

09:50 - 01:55JNB-BOM

12h 35m1 stop

11:10 - 08:20BOM-JNB

24h 40m1 stop

₹ 41,246Etihad Airways

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Mon, 15 Sep - Mon, 22 Sep

09:50 - 07:05JNB-BOM

17h 45m1 stop

13:50 - 08:20BOM-JNB

22h 00m1 stop

₹ 41,771Etihad Airways

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Thu, 4 Sep - Sun, 14 Sep

14:15 - 04:20JNB-BOM

10h 35m1 stop

05:50 - 13:15BOM-JNB

10h 55m1 stop

₹ 47,638Air Tanzania

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Mon, 24 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec

08:20 - 01:20JNB-DEL

13h 30m1 stop

09:35 - 20:10DEL-JNB

14h 05m1 stop

₹ 53,330Ethiopian Air

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Mon, 1 Sep - Wed, 19 Nov

08:20 - 01:20JNB-DEL

13h 30m1 stop

09:35 - 20:10DEL-JNB

14h 05m1 stop

₹ 55,870Ethiopian Air

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Mon, 18 Aug - Sun, 31 Aug

Ethiopian Air flights from South Africa to India

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Ethiopian Air

13 Aug

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 15m

1 stop

BOM02:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

20 Aug

BOM11:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 35m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

₹ 51,316

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Ethiopian Air

4 Aug

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 15m

1 stop

BOM02:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

18 Aug

BOM11:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 35m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

₹ 51,666

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Ethiopian Air

13 Aug

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 15m

1 stop

BOM02:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

20 Aug

BOM11:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 35m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

₹ 51,842

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Emirates flights from South Africa to India

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Emirates

20 Oct

CPT13:05Cape Town Intl

15h 40m

1 stop

BOM08:15Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

17 Nov

BOM22:00Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

22h 15m

1 stop

CPT16:45Cape Town Intl

₹ 61,036

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Emirates

10 Nov

DUR19:10Durban King Shaka Intl

16h 00m

1 stop

DEL14:40New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

16 Nov

DEL04:10New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

16h 30m

1 stop

DUR17:10Durban King Shaka Intl

₹ 64,890

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Emirates

8 Nov

DUR19:10Durban King Shaka Intl

33h 45m

1 stop

BOM08:25Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12 Dec

BOM04:15Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

16h 25m

1 stop

DUR17:10Durban King Shaka Intl

₹ 65,765

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JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/8

12:50-06:05

1 stop13h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 21/8

08:00-19:40

1 stop15h 10m

₹ 39,757

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/8

12:50-06:05

1 stop13h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 21/8

08:00-19:40

1 stop15h 10m

₹ 40,107

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/9

09:50-19:30

1 stop30h 10m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 29/9

11:10-08:20

1 stop24h 40m

₹ 40,545

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/10

17:00-05:35

1 stop33h 05m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 12/12

02:40-00:25

1 stop25h 15m

₹ 41,070

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/10

12:10-01:30

1 stop33h 50m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 12/12

02:40-00:25

1 stop25h 15m

₹ 41,158

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/9

09:50-01:55

1 stop12h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 22/9

11:10-08:20

1 stop24h 40m

₹ 41,246

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/9

09:50-07:05

1 stop17h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 14/9

13:50-08:20

1 stop22h 00m

₹ 41,771

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

14:15-04:20

1 stop10h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 8/12

05:50-13:15

1 stop10h 55m

₹ 47,638

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/9

08:20-01:20

1 stop13h 30m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 19/11

09:35-20:10

1 stop14h 05m

₹ 53,330

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/8

08:20-01:20

1 stop13h 30m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 31/8

09:35-20:10

1 stop14h 05m

₹ 55,870

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to India

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What is the cheapest month to fly to India?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to India from South Africa, with most prices found around ₹ 51,316. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to India from South Africa during May instead. Flights to India in May, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around ₹ 52,104.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to India?

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to India is on a Tuesday. Travellers who choose to depart for India on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as ₹ 47,931. Flights from South Africa to India on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 62,885. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to India?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from South Africa to India when you can find flight prices for as low as ₹ 54,879. Flying to India in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of ₹ 67,002.

How far in advance should I book a flight to India?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to India from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to India for around ₹ 56,548 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to India from South Africa for as low as ₹ 54,031 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to India flights?

You could potentially save up to 37% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to India flight.

Cheap South Africa to India flight deals and tips

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Best price found	₹ 22,593
Fastest flight time	10h 35m
Direct flights	None
Airports in India	5 airports

The best one-way flight to India from South Africa in the past 72 hours is ₹ 22,593. The best return flight deal from South Africa to India found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 39,757.

The fastest flight from South Africa to India takes 10h 35m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to India. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Airport, Durban King Shaka Intl Airport - Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Airport and Cape Town Intl Airport - Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Airport.

There are 5 airports near India: Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM), Bengaluru Intl (BLR), New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL), Kozhikode (CCJ), Kochi (COK)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to India?
Prices for flights from South Africa to India were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to India?
There are 7 operators available for flights from South Africa to India as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to India?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to India.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to India?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to India may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at India. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to India

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 33,394	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,230 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Uganda Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 38,646	Free Cancellation	Rating 4.0 9 reviews	Search Uganda Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 39,206	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 274 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom ₹ 41,102	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 803 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air Tanzania	PriceFrom ₹ 43,830	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 14 reviews	Search Air Tanzania flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 45,115	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom ₹ 61,035	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,300 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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