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Cheap flights from South Africa to India from R4 559

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DEL
Nov 26 — Dec 31
1 adult

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to India that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 636 650 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/1

12:10-5:35

1 stop13h 55m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 19/2

2:40-10:55

1 stop11h 45m

R8 377

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/1

13:10-1:00

1 stop32h 20m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 24/1

2:45-11:25

1 stop12h 10m

R9 318

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/1

14:15-4:20

1 stop10h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 22/2

6:45-16:00

1 stop12h 45m

R9 824

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/1

12:45-20:30

1 stop28h 15m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 31/1

21:50-15:35

1 stop21h 15m

R11 634

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/12

14:15-4:20

1 stop10h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 17/1

5:50-13:15

1 stop10h 55m

R11 905

DurbanNew Delhi

DUR - DEL

DURDEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 19/3

11:55-15:00

2 stops23h 35m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 23/4

4:20-20:10

2 stops19h 20m

R11 941

DurbanNew Delhi

DUR - DEL

DURDEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 9/4

11:55-14:20

2 stops22h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 21/5

3:25-10:35

2 stops34h 40m

R11 977

Cape TownMumbai

CPT - BOM

CPTBOM

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/1

6:00-5:35

2 stops44h 05m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 29/1

2:40-21:40

1 stop22h 30m

R12 122

DurbanMumbai

DUR - BOM

DURBOM

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 16/1

11:55-2:15

2 stops34h 50m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 23/1

9:35-10:35

2 stops28h 30m

R12 122

Cape TownMumbai

CPT - BOM

CPTBOM

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/3

10:40-10:35

2 stops20h 25m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 23/3

11:50-9:25

2 stops25h 05m

R12 158

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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to India

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) to India (IN0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to India
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to India. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2024.

Mon 30/1212:10JNB - BOM
1 stop33h 50mKenya Airways
Sun 2/22:40BOM - JNB
1 stop17h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/11R8 866
Thu 21/118:20JNB - BOM
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 27/1110:50BOM - JNB
1 stop12h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/11R9 625
Thu 28/1113:10JNB - BOM
1 stop32h 20mAir Mauritius
Thu 23/12:45BOM - JNB
1 stop13h 00mAir Mauritius
Deal found 19/11R10 060
Thu 21/118:20JNB - BOM
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/124:40BOM - JNB
1 stop31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11R11 399
Wed 27/1121:45JNB - BOM
1 stop24h 30mEgyptair
Mon 2/122:50BOM - JNB
1 stop31h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 20/11R11 489
Wed 20/118:50JNB - BOM
1 stop32h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 11/1221:50BOM - JNB
1 stop15h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/11R11 688
Mon 2/1214:15JNB - BOM
1 stop10h 35mAir Tanzania
Fri 17/15:50BOM - JNB
1 stop10h 55mAir Tanzania
Deal found 20/11R11 905
Mon 25/119:55JNB - BOM
1 stop30h 10mEtihad Airways
Sun 1/1222:40BOM - JNB
1 stop13h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/11R11 941
Wed 27/118:20JNB - DEL
1 stop13h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/29:35DEL - JNB
1 stop13h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/11R12 249
Tue 3/1220:40JNB - BOM
1 stop29h 55mUganda Airlines
Thu 16/18:00BOM - JNB
1 stop31h 15mUganda Airlines
Deal found 20/11R13 280
Sun 1/1214:15JNB - DEL
3 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/1213:15DEL - JNB
3 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11R13 968
Mon 9/126:00CPT - BOM
2 stops40h 00mKenya Airways
Mon 30/122:40BOM - CPT
1 stop22h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/11R14 203

Best time to book a flight from South Africa to India

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to India from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to India

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa to India including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to India?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to India (average of R527). Flying from South Africa to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of R747). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to IN?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to India. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to India as you normally would.

Rainfall in India by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in India ranges from 0.0 - 819.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 819.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit India when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in India by month

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

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).

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 21 November 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from South Africa to India, see what other customers have to say about Cathay Pacific, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 336 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
878 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 831 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to India. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports serve South Africa to India flights?

    A number of international airports in South Africa service flights to major Indian airports. Some of the cheapest flights include Johannesburg to Mumbai via the O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg to New Delhi via the O.R. Tambo International Airport, and Cape Town to Mumbai via the Cape Town International Airport.

  • Which airlines fly directly from South Africa to India?

    There are no direct flights between any city in South Africa and India. However, Air Seychelles offers one-stop flight service to Mumbai from O.R. Tambo International Airport. The total flight time is about 11 hours, with one stop at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Another option is Kenya Airways, which provides an 18-hour flight from Johannesburg to Mumbai with a stop in Kenya.

  • What are the stopover options on flights from South Africa to India?

    From Johannesburg, flights that have one or two stops will typically have a layover in Kenya, Dubai, or Australia. Most stopovers are between two and eight hours. Travellers expect overnight layovers with cheaper flights. Air Seychelles, Etihad, and Emirates all offer affordable flights with service to Mumbai, India with just one stopover. Alternative options include a SAUDIA flight from Johannesburg to New Delhi with one stop in King Abdulaziz International Airport, or a two-stop flight from Cape Town to New Delhi on an Air Mauritius flight.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from South Africa to India?

    South African passport holders are required to show a passport or visa upon entry into India. India also has an E-Visa application process available, where visitors can extend their stay depending on what they want to do in India. The E-Visa process takes less time and documentation as part of the application process, which will allow you to stay in India for up to 60 days. Tourist visas and business visas are also recommended for travel into India as well, which can extend your stay for up to six months. Applications must be turned in at least 30 days prior to travel to India.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to India one-way?

    R4 559 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Kenya Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Tanzania and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from R5 175 and R6 676, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to India that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to India flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to India?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to India.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to India?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to India by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to India?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to India (average of R527). Flying from South Africa to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of R747). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to India

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to India. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 636 650 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 462AverageR14 320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 472AverageR13 978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR6 694AverageR10 916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 817AverageR9 859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR7 415AverageR7 621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EgyptairCheapestR8 622AverageR9 776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR9 031AverageR11 121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 099AverageR10 190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 492AverageR13 236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 999AverageR14 387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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