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How long is the flight from South Africa to India?
Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in India you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl takes 13h 15m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl takes 22h 30m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.
What are the most popular cities to visit in India?
For momondo users, the most popular city in India is Mumbai, which is visited about 39% more often than any other city in India. Other very common cities that our users travel to are New Delhi and Kochi.
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Summary info about India flight prices, duration and airlines
Best One-Way Price | R5 206 |
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Best Round-Trip Price | R9 229 |
Fastest flight time | 13h 55m |
Popular in | August |
Frequently asked questions about flying to India
What is the best airport to land at to visit Juhu Beach?
Flying into Mumbai Airport is typically the best way to visit Juhu Beach, since it is the closest airport to the area.
What is the cheapest flight to India?
The cheapest flights to India recently found by momondo users are R1 293 with IndiGo, R1 658 with Air India, and R2 314 with Vistara.
Which airlines fly to India?
There are a total of 11 airlines that operate flight routes to India, with Kenya Airways being the most popular option. An estimated 27% of those flying into India choose to fly with Kenya Airways. If you’re unable to find tickets with Kenya Airways, then Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air are also popular airlines to fly with.
What is the most popular airport in India to fly to?
If you’re unsure where to fly to in India, we recommend booking a flight that arrives at the popular New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl airport, which services New Delhi and its surrounding areas. In the last 12 months, 23% of momondo travellers booking flights to India chose to fly into New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl.
What is the best day of the week to fly to India?
Consider booking a flight to India on a Thursday, which is the cheapest day of the week. You will also find that flying out on a Wednesday is another low-cost option. Try to avoid booking your flight to India on Tuesday, which tends to be the most expensive day of the week.
When did momondo last update prices for flights to India?
Prices for flights to India were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights to India?
The number of operators available for flights to India is 17 as of April 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly to India?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to India.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to India?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to India may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at India. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to India?
It is quick and easy to find flights to India on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to India that suits you.
Can I find flights to India with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Flights to India with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.
How can momondo help me find flights to India?
momondo helps you find the best flight to India by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.
I’m not ready to book a flight to India right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes. momondo can track flight prices for India and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.
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Popular Flights to India
Popular routes according to searches in the past day on momondo
Cheapest flight routes to India
These routes have the cheapest flights to India found by momondo users in South Africa
Departing | Destination | Best Time | Best Price |
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Johannesburg | Mumbai | 10h 35m | R9 229 |
Johannesburg | New Delhi | 13h 15m | R10 221 |
Cape Town | New Delhi | 22h 30m | R11 136 |
Durban | Mumbai | 16h 30m | R11 365 |
Cape Town | Mumbai | 15h 35m | R11 765 |
Durban | New Delhi | 17h 10m | R12 204 |
Johannesburg | Mangalore | 27h 40m | R13 119 |
Johannesburg | Kochi | 23h 20m | R13 539 |
Johannesburg | Vasco da Gama | 25h 55m | R13 596 |
Johannesburg | Bengaluru | 24h 55m | R13 920 |
Johannesburg | Kolkata | 19h 55m | R15 140 |
Cape Town | Chennai | 34h 20m | R17 505 |
Cape Town | Tirupati | 43h 55m | R21 871 |
Durban | Hyderabad | 23h 40m | R22 234 |
Pietermaritzburg | Hyderabad | 20h 10m | R23 035 |
Cape Town | Mangalore | 20h 10m | R25 895 |
Johannesburg | Kozhikode | 51h 10m | R32 016 |