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₹ 39,878+ Cheap flights to South Africa

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1 Sep — 8 Sep1
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Flights to South Africa in 2026

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Cheapest flights to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available to South Africa. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 2 August 2026.

Tue 1/909:35
DEL
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 8/908:20
JNB
-
DEL
1 stop13h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/7₹ 61,916
Thu 10/902:30
DEL
-
CPT
1 stop14h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 18/915:10
CPT
-
DEL
1 stop13h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/7₹ 63,633
Fri 14/809:35
DEL
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 23/822:50
JNB
-
DEL
1 stop23h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/7₹ 63,824
Fri 31/709:35
DEL
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 7/814:30
JNB
-
DEL
1 stop31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/7₹ 63,919
Tue 1/909:35
DEL
-
CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 8/915:10
CPT
-
DEL
1 stop30h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/7₹ 64,015
Sun 13/909:35
DEL
-
JNB
1 stop14h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 20/908:20
JNB
-
DEL
1 stop13h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/7₹ 64,110

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Find the latest flights to South Africa in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 454,620 searches and data was last updated on 2 August 2026.

Return from

₹ 61,916

One-way from

₹ 39,878

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June

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February

Average price

₹ 76,989
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/9-8/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 20m total
  • New Delhi to Johannesburg
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  • 22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 30m total
  • New Delhi to South Africa
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Return

Price

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New DelhiJohannesburg

DEL - JNB

DELJNB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 5/9

09:35-20:10

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

22:50-01:20

1 stop23h 00m

₹ 63,919

New DelhiJohannesburg

DEL - JNB

DELJNB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 28/8

09:35-13:25

1 stop31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

22:50-01:20

1 stop23h 00m

₹ 64,587

New DelhiJohannesburg

DEL - JNB

DELJNB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 13/8

09:35-20:10

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

14:30-00:55

1 stop30h 55m

₹ 64,682

New DelhiJohannesburg

DEL - JNB

DELJNB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 14/9

20:00-15:50

2 stops23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

01:15-08:40

2 stops27h 55m

₹ 65,064

New DelhiCape Town

DEL - CPT

DELCPT

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 8/10

09:35-14:10

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/10

13:50-08:25

1 stop15h 05m

₹ 66,209

New DelhiJohannesburg

DEL - JNB

DELJNB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 5/9

17:00-10:55

2 stops21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

01:15-08:40

2 stops27h 55m

₹ 66,972

New DelhiDurban

DEL - DUR

DELDUR

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 6/10

16:05-10:35

2 stops22h 00m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 27/10

12:25-14:45

2 stops22h 50m

₹ 68,212
Fastest return journey

New DelhiCape Town

DEL - CPT

DELCPT

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 21/12

02:25-13:00

1 stop14h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/1

13:50-08:05

1 stop14h 45m

₹ 72,696

New DelhiCape Town

DEL - CPT

DELCPT

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 3/1

02:25-13:00

1 stop14h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 15/1

13:50-08:05

1 stop14h 45m

₹ 72,792

New DelhiJohannesburg

DEL - JNB

DELJNB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 28/8

19:30-15:50

2 stops23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

12:10-11:15

3 stops43h 35m

₹ 73,078

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Everything you need to know about your flight to South Africa

How long is the flight to South Africa?

On average, a flight from New Delhi to South Africa takes 20 hours 21 minutes. Flights to South Africa from other popular cities in India will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to South Africa?

The most popular airlines flying from New Delhi to South Africa are Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways.

Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From ₹ 41,294
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From ₹ 44,034
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From ₹ 29,288
Emirates
Emirates
From ₹ 65,575

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South Africa?

The cheapest airlines flying from New Delhi to South Africa are Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to South Africa?

The price you pay for your flight to South Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 32 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What are the most popular places to fly to in South Africa?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to South Africa in the last few years. This data was updated on 2 August 2026.
The most popular places in South Africa to fly to are Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 2 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways to South Africa to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,638 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,638 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,638 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,738 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,638 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,499 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,638 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,013 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,638 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.

FAQs about flying to South Africa

  • Can I find cheaper flights to South Africa if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Africa on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to South Africa?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Qatar Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Africa.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in South Africa?

    Cape Town Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South Africa. One-way flights to Cape Town Intl typically cost ₹ 4,356, while return flights cost around ₹ 8,845.

  • How much is a return flight to South Africa?

    A return flight to South Africa will typically cost around ₹ 17,868, however they can be found for as little as ₹ 13,297.

  • Where does the fastest flight to South Africa depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to South Africa, Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Johannesburg OR Tambo have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Johannesburg OR Tambo can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Yes. Johannesburg OR Tambo has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Protea Hotel by Marriott Transit O.R. Tambo Airport is the closest property to Johannesburg OR Tambo (0.0 km away from Johannesburg OR Tambo).

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