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Cheap flights from South Africa to New Delhi from ₹ 32,845

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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DEL
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to New Delhi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to New Delhi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.

Thu 25/1208:20JNB - DEL
1 stop13h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 14/109:35DEL - JNB
1 stop21h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/12₹ 68,299
Sun 7/1215:25CPT - DEL
1 stop30h 00mEthiopian Air
Wed 7/109:35DEL - CPT
1 stop32h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/12₹ 79,637
Mon 22/1213:45JNB - DEL
1 stop15h 15mQatar Airways
Sat 7/316:10DEL - JNB
1 stop20h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/12₹ 82,517
Wed 17/1213:25JNB - DEL
1 stop27h 00mEmirates
Tue 20/116:15DEL - JNB
1 stop16h 50mEmirates
Deal found 3/12₹ 83,507
Tue 16/1218:50JNB - DEL
1 stop27h 50mEmirates
Tue 20/116:15DEL - JNB
1 stop16h 50mEmirates
Deal found 3/12₹ 85,846
Mon 15/1201:35JNB - DEL
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/122:10DEL - JNB
3 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12₹ 86,296
Tue 16/1213:45JNB - DEL
1 stop21h 30mQatar Airways
Wed 14/116:10DEL - JNB
1 stop20h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/12₹ 87,646
Sun 7/1209:00CPT - DEL
2 stops31h 25mEmirates
Wed 7/116:15DEL - CPT
2 stops25h 50mEmirates
Deal found 3/12₹ 175,652
Sun 7/1207:00CPT - DEL
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/101:30DEL - CPT
2 stops44h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12₹ 181,141

Find flight deals from South Africa to New Delhi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to New Delhi flight deals. Data was last updated 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 50,302

One-way from

₹ 32,845

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₹ 71,359
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 17/1-24/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 10m total
  • South Africa to New Delhi
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 10m total
  • South Africa to New Delhi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (₹ 329,291 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 112,450 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to New Delhi 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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to New Delhi that are best for you.

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South Africa

Fly to

New Delhi

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/1

08:20-00:55

1 stop13h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 24/1

09:35-20:10

1 stop14h 05m

₹ 50,302

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

09:50-07:30

1 stop18h 10m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 27/1

16:20-08:20

1 stop19h 30m

₹ 53,182

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

09:50-07:30

1 stop18h 10m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 26/3

16:20-08:20

1 stop19h 30m

₹ 54,531

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

13:45-08:30

1 stop15h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 31/3

17:00-04:00

1 stop14h 30m

₹ 54,981

Cape TownNew Delhi

CPT - DEL

CPTDEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

19:00-14:45

1 stop16h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 2/2

16:10-10:30

1 stop21h 50m

₹ 58,401

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

08:20-00:55

1 stop13h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 16/2

09:35-13:05

1 stop31h 00m

₹ 59,661

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

08:20-00:55

1 stop13h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 24/1

02:25-13:05

1 stop14h 10m

₹ 64,790

Cape TownNew Delhi

CPT - DEL

CPTDEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/1

14:35-00:55

1 stop30h 50m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 28/1

09:35-13:00

1 stop30h 55m

₹ 66,590

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

19:55-20:00

1 stop20h 35m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 13/3

21:45-18:35

1 stop24h 20m

₹ 66,859

Cape TownNew Delhi

CPT - DEL

CPTDEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

19:00-14:45

1 stop16h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 1/2

04:45-13:00

3 stops35h 45m

₹ 67,669

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to New Delhi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to New Delhi

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New Delhi (average of ₹ 43,103). Flying from South Africa to New Delhi in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 57,141). 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 DEL?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to New Delhi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 December 2025.

When flying from South Africa to New Delhi, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Delhi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Delhi. 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 New Delhi. Reviews last updated 5 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to New Delhi, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,430 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,678 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,329 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
903 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Delhi from South Africa?

    If you book a flight to New Delhi from South Africa, you will be flying to Indira Gandhi Intl, which is the city’s only airport. New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) is located 12.5 km from the centre of New Delhi.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to New Delhi?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways fly from South Africa to New Delhi in about 13h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 05m. The distance between South Africa and New Delhi is about 8006 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    ₹ 29,357 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from ₹ 35,945 and ₹ 40,259, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to New Delhi?

    The most popular route from South Africa to New Delhi is Johannesburg OR Tambo - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl or Durban King Shaka Intl - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to New Delhi 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 New Delhi?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New Delhi (average of ₹ 43,103). Flying from South Africa to New Delhi in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 57,141). 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 4 airlines flying from South Africa to New Delhi

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to New Delhi. 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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest₹ 45,126Average₹ 59,454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 49,983Average₹ 52,757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 67,157Average₹ 71,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 67,234Average₹ 73,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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