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Cheap flights from South Africa to India from ₹ 26,520

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 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DEL
7 Jun — 14 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to India

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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 8 May 2026.

Mon 15/609:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop17h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 30/605:10
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop30h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5₹ 49,171
Wed 17/609:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop17h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 30/623:10
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop12h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5₹ 49,454
Wed 20/512:40
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop16h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 26/522:15
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop15h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5₹ 51,341
Wed 13/512:40
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop16h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 20/522:15
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop15h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5₹ 51,436
Tue 2/612:40
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop16h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/622:15
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop15h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5₹ 51,530
Mon 2/1112:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop13h 45m
Uganda Airlines
Thu 19/1108:00
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop15h 10m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 7/5₹ 51,908
Fri 15/512:40
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop16h 15m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/622:15
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop15h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5₹ 52,002
Mon 18/512:40
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop16h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 18/822:15
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop14h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5₹ 52,097
Sun 31/519:50
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sun 7/622:15
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop15h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5₹ 52,191
Tue 21/712:40
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop16h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 28/722:15
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop14h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5₹ 52,474
Sun 7/612:40
JNB
-
BOM
1 stop16h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 30/622:15
BOM
-
JNB
1 stop14h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/5₹ 52,568
Thu 10/909:50
JNB
-
DEL
1 stop18h 35m
Etihad Airways
Tue 1/1220:55
DEL
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5₹ 52,663

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 8 May 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 49,171

One-way from

₹ 26,520

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

₹ 58,420
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/6-30/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 30m total
  • South Africa to India
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 15m 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 8 May 2026.
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JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

12:40-08:25

1 stop16h 15m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 29/6

22:15-09:00

1 stop14h 15m

₹ 54,173

JohannesburgBengaluru

JNB - BLR

JNBBLR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

09:50-20:05

2 stops30h 45m

Bengaluru Intl

Wed 24/6

06:00-08:20

2 stops29h 50m

₹ 56,815

Cape TownMumbai

CPT - BOM

CPTBOM

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

19:30-02:35

1 stop27h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 8/6

22:15-13:10

1 stop18h 25m

₹ 59,364

JohannesburgMumbai

JNB - BOM

JNBBOM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

19:50-02:35

1 stop27h 15m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 2/7

22:15-09:00

1 stop14h 15m

₹ 59,741

Cape TownNew Delhi

CPT - DEL

CPTDEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

19:30-14:35

1 stop15h 35m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 12/6

15:55-13:10

1 stop24h 45m

₹ 60,402

Cape TownNew Delhi

CPT - DEL

CPTDEL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/6

19:30-08:45

1 stop33h 45m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 25/6

10:25-17:30

1 stop34h 35m

₹ 60,591

Cape TownMumbai

CPT - BOM

CPTBOM

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/6

13:15-08:25

1 stop15h 40m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 25/6

22:15-17:30

1 stop22h 45m

₹ 61,440

DurbanNew Delhi

DUR - DEL

DURDEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 18/6

12:05-14:35

2 stops23h 00m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 25/6

15:55-10:35

1 stop22h 10m

₹ 62,289

Cape TownMumbai

CPT - BOM

CPTBOM

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

13:15-02:35

1 stop33h 50m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 22/6

02:40-13:35

2 stops14h 25m

₹ 65,970

JohannesburgBengaluru

JNB - BLR

JNBBLR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

12:40-03:15

1 stop35h 05m

Bengaluru Intl

Wed 10/6

04:25-04:00

1 stop27h 05m

₹ 66,159

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to India?

The price you pay for your flight from South Africa to India may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 52 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 ₹ 55,022). Flying from South Africa to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 68,141). 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.

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 8 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Air Tanzania, andEtihad Airways 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
3,572 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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
3,572 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Air Tanzania
7.6
Good
23 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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
1,434 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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
1,000 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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
305 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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 16h 15m. 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 Air Tanzania, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as ₹ 15,075. However, be on the lookout for offers from Kenya Airways and Uganda Airlines, 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 ₹ 55,022). Flying from South Africa to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 68,141). 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 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 8 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Uganda AirlinesCheapest₹ 43,251Average₹ 52,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest₹ 44,590Average₹ 61,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 45,790Average₹ 64,849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air TanzaniaCheapest₹ 46,509Average₹ 55,488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest₹ 47,320Average₹ 66,454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 53,548Average₹ 61,581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 64,051Average₹ 82,872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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