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

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

Which airlines fly to India?

Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways and Emirates 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 53% 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.

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 40m on average, while flying from Durban to New Delhi is 15h 55m on average. New Delhi is the most popular airport in 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 2026.

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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08:20 - 02:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

10:50 - 20:10BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

₹ 46,539Ethiopian Air

Wed, 18 Nov - Thu, 28 Jan

08:20 - 02:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

10:50 - 20:10BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

₹ 46,539Ethiopian Air

Tue, 17 Nov - Thu, 28 Jan

09:50 - 07:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

17h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13:45 - 08:20BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 47,014Etihad Airways

Mon, 11 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb

09:50 - 07:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

17h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13:45 - 08:20BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 47,110Etihad Airways

Mon, 11 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb

12:10 - 01:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

34h 00m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

06:45 - 00:15BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 00m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

₹ 50,345Kenya Airways

Sun, 20 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

17:00 - 01:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

29h 10m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

02:40 - 15:50BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

₹ 50,345Kenya Airways

Sat, 19 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

12:50 - 06:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

13h 45m1 stop Entebbe

08:00 - 19:40BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 10m1 stop Entebbe

₹ 55,390Uganda Airlines

Mon, 7 Dec - Thu, 14 Jan

12:50 - 06:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

13h 45m1 stop Entebbe

08:00 - 19:40BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 10m1 stop Entebbe

₹ 55,865Uganda Airlines

Mon, 7 Dec - Tue, 2 Feb

01:15 - 05:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

24h 55m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

23:05 - 08:15BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 56,912Multiple Airlines

Thu, 3 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep

21:10 - 07:10DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

30h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

23:10 - 14:10BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

18h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

₹ 59,577Multiple Airlines

Wed, 2 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep

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09:45 - 02:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13:45 - 08:20BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 48,157Etihad Airways

Wed, 12 Aug - Thu, 29 Oct

09:45 - 07:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

18h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

22:55 - 08:20BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 48,157Etihad Airways

Wed, 12 Aug - Tue, 27 Oct

13:50 - 02:05CPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

32h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

11:05 - 14:10BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

₹ 62,908Ethiopian Air

Wed, 12 Aug - Thu, 27 Aug

09:45 - 13:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

23h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

11:05 - 20:10BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

₹ 63,003Multiple Airlines

Mon, 10 Aug - Thu, 10 Sep

13:15 - 08:35CPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

15h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

21:40 - 10:15BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

₹ 63,194Qatar Airways

Mon, 10 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

21:45 - 02:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

24h 45m1 stop Cairo

03:00 - 07:10BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 40m1 stop Cairo

₹ 63,860Egyptair

Sun, 9 Aug - Sat, 15 Aug

13:50 - 02:05CPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

32h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

11:05 - 13:00BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

29h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

₹ 64,431Ethiopian Air

Thu, 13 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug

12:10 - 05:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

14h 00m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

02:40 - 10:55BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

11h 45m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

₹ 67,000Kenya Airways

Sun, 9 Aug - Sat, 22 Aug

12:10 - 05:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

14h 00m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

06:45 - 00:25BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 10m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

₹ 67,476Kenya Airways

Sun, 9 Aug - Sat, 31 Oct

20:55 - 02:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

26h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

22:10 - 11:00BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

₹ 77,755Qatar Airways

Wed, 12 Aug - Wed, 28 Oct

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Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to India

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Turkish Airlines

25 Aug

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

32h 45m

1 stop

DEL04:50New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

2 Sept

DEL06:30New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

32h 50m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

₹ 81,181

Turkish Airlines

25 Aug

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

32h 45m

1 stop

DEL04:50New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

2 Sept

DEL06:30New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

32h 50m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

₹ 81,276

Turkish Airlines

21 Aug

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

33h 00m

1 stop

DEL05:05New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

30 Sept

DEL06:30New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

32h 50m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

₹ 104,783

Ethiopian Air flights from South Africa to India

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Ethiopian Air

16 Nov

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 45m

1 stop

BOM02:35Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

28 Jan

BOM10:50Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 50m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

₹ 46,539

Ethiopian Air

14 Sept

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 15m

1 stop

BOM02:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

21 Sept

BOM11:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 35m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

₹ 47,014

Ethiopian Air

3 Sept

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 15m

1 stop

BOM02:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

10 Sept

BOM11:05Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 35m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

₹ 47,300

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JohannesburgMumbai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

08:20-02:35

1 stop14h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 28/1

10:50-20:10

1 stop12h 50m

₹ 46,539

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

08:20-02:35

1 stop14h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 28/1

10:50-20:10

1 stop12h 50m

₹ 46,539

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/1

09:50-07:00

1 stop17h 40m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 8/2

13:45-08:20

1 stop22h 05m

₹ 47,014

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/1

09:50-07:00

1 stop17h 40m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 8/2

13:45-08:20

1 stop22h 05m

₹ 47,110

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

12:10-01:40

1 stop34h 00m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 26/9

06:45-00:15

1 stop21h 00m

₹ 50,345

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

17:00-01:40

1 stop29h 10m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 26/9

02:40-15:50

1 stop16h 40m

₹ 50,345

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

12:50-06:05

1 stop13h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 14/1

08:00-19:40

1 stop15h 10m

₹ 55,390

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

12:50-06:05

1 stop13h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 2/2

08:00-19:40

1 stop15h 10m

₹ 55,865

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

01:15-05:40

1 stop24h 55m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 11/9

23:05-08:15

1 stop12h 40m

₹ 56,912

DurbanMumbai

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

DURBOM

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 2/9

21:10-07:10

2 stops30h 30m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 8/9

23:10-14:10

2 stops18h 30m

₹ 59,577

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What is the cheapest month to fly to India?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to India from South Africa, with most prices found around ₹ 55,199. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to India from South Africa during January instead. Flights to India in January, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around ₹ 55,580.

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa 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 ₹ 63,717 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 ₹ 58,054 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 42% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to India flight.

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Fastest flight time	12h 30m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to India takes 12h 30m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to India. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to India.

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Frequently asked questions about flying 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 2026.
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
Uganda Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 42,996	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0	Search Uganda Airlines flights
Air Tanzania	PriceFrom ₹ 45,718	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 24 reviews	Search Air Tanzania flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 45,985	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 318 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 46,418	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,500 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom ₹ 47,144	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,021 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 53,978	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,739 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom ₹ 64,916	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,648 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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