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

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

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 Durban to New Delhi is 16h 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 33% 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.

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 September 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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09:50 - 19:30JNB-BOM

30h 10m1 stop

13:45 - 08:20BOM-JNB

22h 05m1 stop

₹ 41,312Etihad Airways

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Tue, 21 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov

09:50 - 19:00JNB-BOM

29h 40m1 stop

13:45 - 08:20BOM-JNB

22h 05m1 stop

₹ 41,400Etihad Airways

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Tue, 28 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov

09:50 - 07:00JNB-BOM

17h 40m1 stop

04:45 - 08:20BOM-JNB

31h 05m1 stop

₹ 41,577Etihad Airways

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Tue, 28 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov

01:35 - 01:30JNB-BOM

20h 25m1 stop

02:40 - 00:25BOM-JNB

25h 15m1 stop

₹ 44,490Kenya Airways

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Sun, 8 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

12:10 - 01:30JNB-BOM

33h 50m1 stop

02:40 - 15:50BOM-JNB

16h 40m1 stop

₹ 44,666Kenya Airways

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Wed, 15 Oct - Fri, 14 Nov

14:15 - 04:20JNB-BOM

10h 35m1 stop

05:50 - 13:15BOM-JNB

10h 55m1 stop

₹ 49,521Air Tanzania

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Fri, 3 Oct - Mon, 6 Oct

14:30 - 02:35JNB-BOM

32h 35m1 stop

10:50 - 13:05BOM-JNB

29h 45m1 stop

₹ 49,786Ethiopian Air

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Tue, 25 Nov - Wed, 7 Jan

08:20 - 00:55JNB-DEL

13h 05m1 stop

09:35 - 20:10DEL-JNB

14h 05m1 stop

₹ 49,786Ethiopian Air

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Mon, 17 Nov - Mon, 19 Jan

19:10 - 08:25DUR-BOM

33h 45m1 stop

19:20 - 17:10BOM-DUR

25h 20m1 stop

₹ 61,879Emirates

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Tue, 28 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov

19:10 - 20:25DUR-BOM

21h 45m1 stop

04:15 - 17:10BOM-DUR

16h 25m1 stop

₹ 62,850Emirates

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Mon, 3 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to India

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Qatar Airways

29 Oct

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

16h 10m

1 stop

DEL08:15New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

5 Nov

DEL16:40New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

CPT10:30Cape Town Intl

₹ 58,525

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Qatar Airways

17 Nov

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 45m

1 stop

DEL15:00New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

18 Jan

DEL03:45New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

15h 20m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

₹ 61,879

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Qatar Airways

23 Oct

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

23h 00m

1 stop

DEL15:30New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

28 Oct

DEL16:40New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

CPT10:30Cape Town Intl

₹ 63,203

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Ethiopian Air flights from South Africa to India

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Ethiopian Air

17 Nov

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 05m

1 stop

DEL00:55New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

19 Jan

DEL09:35New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

14h 05m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

₹ 49,786

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Ethiopian Air

3 Nov

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 45m

1 stop

BOM02:35Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

7 Jan

BOM10:50Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

29h 45m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

₹ 49,874

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Ethiopian Air

5 Nov

JNB08:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 45m

1 stop

BOM02:35Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

5 Jan

BOM10:50Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

29h 45m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

₹ 49,963

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JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/10

09:50-19:30

1 stop30h 10m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 3/11

13:45-08:20

1 stop22h 05m

₹ 41,312

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/10

09:50-19:00

1 stop29h 40m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 4/11

13:45-08:20

1 stop22h 05m

₹ 41,400

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/10

09:50-07:00

1 stop17h 40m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 3/11

04:45-08:20

1 stop31h 05m

₹ 41,577

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

01:35-01:30

1 stop20h 25m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 22/2

02:40-00:25

1 stop25h 15m

₹ 44,490

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/10

12:10-01:30

1 stop33h 50m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 14/11

02:40-15:50

1 stop16h 40m

₹ 44,666

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/10

14:15-04:20

1 stop10h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 6/10

05:50-13:15

1 stop10h 55m

₹ 49,521

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/11

14:30-02:35

1 stop32h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 7/1

10:50-13:05

1 stop29h 45m

₹ 49,786

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/11

08:20-00:55

1 stop13h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 19/1

09:35-20:10

1 stop14h 05m

₹ 49,786

DurbanMumbai

DUR - BOM

DURBOM

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 28/10

19:10-08:25

1 stop33h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 4/11

19:20-17:10

1 stop25h 20m

₹ 61,879

DurbanMumbai

DUR - BOM

DURBOM

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 3/11

19:10-20:25

1 stop21h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 9/11

04:15-17:10

1 stop16h 25m

₹ 62,850

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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 ₹ 51,993. 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 ₹ 52,699.

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 ₹ 48,315. Flights from South Africa to India on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 63,390. 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 ₹ 55,320. 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 ₹ 67,539.

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 ₹ 57,252 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 ₹ 55,612 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 35% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to India flight.

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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 September 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from South Africa to India with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 33,984	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,250 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Uganda Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 38,956	Free Cancellation	Rating 4.4 10 reviews	Search Uganda Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 39,538	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 280 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Air Tanzania	PriceFrom ₹ 44,221	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 15 reviews	Search Air Tanzania flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom ₹ 45,201	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 861 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 45,477	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,624 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom ₹ 60,543	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,334 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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