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Cheap flights from South Africa to India from ₹ 22,935

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 13/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DEL
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 28 February 2026.

Wed 25/1112:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop13h 45m
Uganda Airlines
Thu 10/1208:00
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop15h 10m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 25/2₹ 43,139
Mon 23/314:15
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop10h 35m
Air Tanzania
Mon 13/405:50
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop10h 55m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 24/2₹ 43,412
Wed 4/309:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop12h 30m
Etihad Airways
Tue 10/313:45
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/2₹ 43,503
Mon 23/1112:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop13h 45m
Uganda Airlines
Thu 10/1208:00
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop15h 10m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 25/2₹ 43,868
Fri 27/314:15
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop10h 35m
Air Tanzania
Mon 6/405:50
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop10h 55m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 28/2₹ 44,050
Mon 9/308:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 18/310:50
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/2₹ 44,232
Mon 2/308:20
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 9/310:50
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/2₹ 44,323
Sat 21/309:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop29h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 17/405:10
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop30h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/2₹ 44,414
Fri 3/409:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop29h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 10/413:50
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/2₹ 44,505
Mon 13/414:15
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop10h 35m
Air Tanzania
Mon 20/405:50
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop10h 55m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 27/2₹ 44,687
Wed 4/308:20
JNB
-
DEL
1 stop13h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 12/309:35
DEL
-
JNB
1 stop14h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/2₹ 48,964
Tue 3/308:20
JNB
-
DEL
1 stop13h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 13/309:35
DEL
-
JNB
1 stop14h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/2₹ 49,146

Find flight deals from South Africa to India

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to India flight deals. Data was last updated 28 February 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 43,412

One-way from

₹ 22,935

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Average price

₹ 56,154
Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 23/3-13/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 30m total
  • South Africa to India
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  • Air Tanzania
  • 13/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 35m total
  • South Africa to India
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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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 28 February 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

08:20-02:35

1 stop14h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 6/4

11:05-20:10

1 stop12h 35m

₹ 44,778

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

08:20-02:05

1 stop14h 15m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 30/4

11:05-20:10

1 stop12h 35m

₹ 46,234

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

08:20-02:05

1 stop14h 15m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 24/4

11:05-20:10

1 stop12h 35m

₹ 47,144

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

09:50-07:10

1 stop17h 50m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 21/6

11:20-08:20

1 stop24h 30m

₹ 47,417

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

09:50-19:20

1 stop30h 00m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 18/6

15:55-08:20

1 stop19h 55m

₹ 50,693

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

08:20-00:55

1 stop13h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 27/3

09:35-20:10

1 stop14h 05m

₹ 51,148

Cape TownNew Delhi

CPT - DEL

CPTDEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/4

19:30-15:00

1 stop16h 00m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 4/5

17:00-11:30

1 stop22h 00m

₹ 54,425

Cape TownMumbai

CPT - BOM

CPTBOM

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

18:55-04:20

1 stop29h 55m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 2/5

02:40-13:35

2 stops14h 25m

₹ 55,972

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

08:20-00:55

1 stop13h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 23/3

09:35-20:10

1 stop14h 05m

₹ 56,154

JohannesburgNew Delhi

JNB - DEL

JNBDEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

08:20-00:55

1 stop13h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 23/3

02:25-13:05

1 stop14h 10m

₹ 56,245

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to India

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to India

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to India (average of ₹ 33,037). Flying from South Africa to India in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 42,957). 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.

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 28 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Etihad Airways, andEthiopian Air from South Africa to India. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,535 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,535 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,535 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,421 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,535 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
962 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,535 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Kenya Airways
6.7
Okay
294 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,535 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to India?

    Departing from South Africa to India will take you 14h 45m. The distance between South Africa and India is about 6959 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Kenya Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as ₹ 23,433. However, be on the lookout for offers from Uganda Airlines and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to India for a low price.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to India (average of ₹ 33,037). Flying from South Africa to India in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 42,957). 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 7 airlines flying from South Africa to India

Discover the top 7 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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 28 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest₹ 32,476Average₹ 57,909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapest₹ 40,659Average₹ 48,865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 43,823Average₹ 64,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air TanzaniaCheapest₹ 45,501Average₹ 52,911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest₹ 45,815Average₹ 65,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 46,888Average₹ 78,850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 60,667Average₹ 83,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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