R4 710 Find Cheap Flights to Asia

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Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Bangkok
Bangkok1 stopR9 488
Mumbai
Mumbai1 stopR8 029
Phuket City
Phuket City1 stopR10 376
Guangzhou
Guangzhou1 stopR12 153
Denpasar
Denpasar1 stopR12 354
Lahore
Lahore1 stopR11 466
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur1 stopR11 918
Tokyo
Tokyo1 stopR13 410
New Delhi
New Delhi1 stopR9 052
Singapore
Singapore1 stopR12 354
Siālkot
Siālkot1 stopR12 421
Hong Kong
Hong Kong2 stopsR11 700
Seoul
Incheon1 stopR13 226
Shanghai
Shanghai2 stopsR11 332
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City1 stopR12 438
Manila
Manila1 stopR11 231
Hanoi
Hanoi1 stopR12 388
Karachi
Karachi1 stopR10 024
Islamabad
Islamabad1 stopR10 862
Bangkok
Bangkok1 stopR9 488
Mumbai
Mumbai1 stopR8 029
Phuket City
Phuket City1 stopR10 376
Guangzhou
Guangzhou1 stopR12 153
Denpasar
Denpasar1 stopR12 354
Lahore
Lahore1 stopR11 466
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur1 stopR11 918
Tokyo
Tokyo1 stopR13 410
New Delhi
New Delhi1 stopR9 052
Singapore
Singapore1 stopR12 354
Siālkot
Siālkot1 stopR12 421
Hong Kong
Hong Kong2 stopsR11 700
Seoul
Incheon1 stopR13 226
Shanghai
Shanghai2 stopsR11 332
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City1 stopR12 438
Manila
Manila1 stopR11 231
Hanoi
Hanoi1 stopR12 388
Karachi
Karachi1 stopR10 024
Islamabad
Islamabad1 stopR10 862

Book Cheap Asia Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to Asia that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals to Asia

Wed, Jan 14 - Thu, Feb 12
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 1:50
JNB
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BOM
12h 30m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
22:55 - 8:20
BOM
-
JNB
12h 55m1 stop
R8 029Etihad Airways
Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Feb 16
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 1:30
JNB
-
BOM
29h 00m1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
2:40 - 10:55
BOM
-
JNB
11h 45m1 stop
R8 113Kenya Airways
Fri, Apr 24 - Sat, May 2
Emirates Logo
13:30 - 13:05
JNB
-
BKK
18h 35m1 stop
Emirates Logo
1:15 - 16:15
BKK
-
JNB
20h 00m1 stop
R9 555Emirates
Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 17
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:55 - 18:45
JNB
-
BKK
17h 50m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
9:35 - 18:35
BKK
-
JNB
14h 00m1 stop
R9 588Singapore Airlines
Tue, Mar 3 - Sat, Jul 25
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:55 - 17:00
JNB
-
BKK
16h 05m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
9:20 - 18:35
BKK
-
JNB
14h 15m1 stop
R9 639Singapore Airlines
Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 7:20
JNB
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LHE
14h 35m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
8:50 - 3:55
LHE
-
JNB
22h 05m1 stop
R11 466Qatar Airways
Tue, Jun 2 - Thu, Jun 18
Qatar Airways Logo
13:00 - 18:20
CPT
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BKK
24h 20m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
20:00 - 17:20
BKK
-
CPT
26h 20m1 stop
R11 700Qatar Airways
Tue, Jan 13 - Thu, Feb 12
Emirates Logo
13:25 - 19:00
JNB
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SKT
26h 35m1 stop
Emirates Logo
2:50 - 20:35
SKT
-
JNB
20h 45m1 stop
R12 421Emirates
Thu, May 7 - Thu, May 14
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 17:10
JNB
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KUL
26h 50m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:15 - 13:05
KUL
-
JNB
19h 50m2 stops
R12 455Ethiopian Air
Thu, May 7 - Thu, May 14
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 17:10
JNB
-
KUL
20h 40m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:15 - 13:05
KUL
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JNB
19h 50m2 stops
R12 622Ethiopian Air
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Asia

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Asia to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Asia?

These are the best return prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

The cheapest ticket to Asia from South Africa found in the last 72 hours was to Singapore, at R9 593 return. The most popular route is Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) to Singapore (SIN) and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was R9 593.

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Asia?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from South Africa to Asia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from South Africa to Asia is March, when tickets cost R11 952 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is R16 059 and R14 064 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to Asia?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Asia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on a flight from South Africa to Asia, you should book around 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 14% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Asia?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Asia is Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), with an average flight price of R9 187.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flightR4 710
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (18% more expensive on average)
Flight from Johannesburg to Mumbai

FAQs - booking Asia flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from South Africa to Asia?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from South Africa to Asia.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from South Africa to Asia?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from South Africa to Asia is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from South Africa to Asia?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from South Africa to Asia with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from South Africa to Asia?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from South Africa to Asia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Asia?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Asia is Wednesday when return tickets can be as cheap as R12 413. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, when return prices are R13 164 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Asia?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Asia is generally in the morning, when retur flights cost R11 277 on average. Morning departures are around 13% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Asia is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R12 956.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Asia

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Asia? 25% of our users found return tickets to Asia for the following prices or less: From Johannesburg OR Tambo R20 797
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Asia flight deals.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Asia

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from South Africa to Asia? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8,1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3442 reviews
8,0Comfort
8,2Entertainment
8,1Boarding
7,9Food
8,3Crew
Airline reviews

There is an issue with A380 when it arrives in Munich, because a business class passengers like me have to wait for the first class passengers to disembark, which takes some time while you are also offloading economy passengers this causes an issue at customs where your business class passengers end up behind a large bulk of economy passengers This is a frustration and the early dislocation should be and is supposed to be a benefit of business class

8,0 ExcellentEden, Dec 2025
DUR - DXB
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There is an issue with A380 when it arrives in Munich, because a business class passengers like me have to wait for the first class passengers to disembark, which takes some time while you are also offloading economy passengers this causes an issue at customs where your business class passengers end up behind a large bulk of economy passengers This is a frustration and the early dislocation should be and is supposed to be a benefit of business class

Super flight. On time departure and arrival. Very good service. Luggage arrival at DXB was a little delayed but you can’t have everything the very best :)

No kids provided. Instead we were told to have contacted the airline that we have kids and require kids meals. We were not the only ones who inquired about kids meals. It’s odd. Emirates and other airlines give kids meals as standard and before the adult food comes out. The rice in our meals was gluggy and under cooked. The chicken was also raw. Sadly not the best experience with Finn Air. The hostesses tried to compensate with the snacks and drinks but missed the mark by a long way. Especially when paying Emirates/Qantas prices

This was my first time flying with Emirates. Overall, the experience was very good. I thought the seats in economy would have been a bit more comfortable, but, they seem to be on par with other airlines. The food was excellent and very satisfying. If you can afford it, I would definitely suggest upgrading to at lest premium economy seats for long haul flights.

I lost my lock from my luggage, I don’t know someone took something from my bag.

We loved flying with Emirates in business class, the staff were fabulous, going above & beyond

Wifi was not operational for the whole trip. Other than this, flight was well received .

Emirates is superb service. The A380 was very comfortable. The cabin crew is really helpful

First time and very memorable, the finest flying experience ive ever had

Boarding for business class passengers can be improved. Also, when debarking the aircraft, Economy passengers are let off first due the way the configuration of the cabin upstairs.

The consistency with Singapore Airlines is fantastic. Crew are always brilliant and food delicious in business class

I was in a middle seat where I felt a bit too cramped otherwise the trip was good

Headwind delayed our flight which wasn’t the airlines fault

The food wasn’t good at all. I skipped meals .

Food from Surabaya was below average but from Singapore is much better

Construction at PDX resulting in very lung walk from the rental car to the gate. SFO, extremely long walk between terminals to get to connecting Singapore airlines flight. My smart watch recorded a total of 3 miles.

Loved the airline with the exception of their carry on limitations. They enforce a strict 7 kilo limit for carry on baggage which is ridiculous. We traveled from SFO to SIN with carry on with no difficulty yet when we checked in Delhi they forced us to check the carry on bags. The weight of our carry on bags were 11 and 12 kilos and while they exceeded the limitations set by Singapore Airlines they were well under weight limitations set by may other carriers. Interestingly my wife and I were each allowed two 22 KG bags to check in addition to the 7 kg carry on for a total weight of 102 KG's. Our total weight with the one bag we planned to check and our two carry ons was 46 kgs.

So happy I flew with Singapore Airlines. The customer service is top notch. I am terrified of flying and the staff made me feel so at ease. Will only fly Singapore internationally moving forward.

Food could have been better. Too many passengers getting up and down all the time.

Flight from SFO did not include entertainment as it was not working the entire duration of the flight. Was informed that there would be a $350 voucher for the inconvenience. Uncertain how the voucher will be provided.

Excellent service. The personal adaptation of menus and the individual timing of service of them is fantastic.

I prebooked a comfort plus seat on this flight and therefore the flight was comfy. I got the correct seat in the correct section of the plane that I have booked, that's this. Flight was comfortable. Staff were average on the flight, appearing to be rushed and short in engagement with travellers, perhaps this to maximise there rest time on the flight.

First keep the airline as you promise. Reason for travelling from Orlando to Tampa is to go with Qatar Airline. We end up with American Airline. As expected the service was horrible.

Awful plane to Tashkent. Not even possible to sleep. In business class does not even recline fully

Qatar Airways did a very good job. Flights were slightly delayed with boarding but pilots made up time by arrival. The food was OK, no better or worse than other airlines. Although it would be nice to have three meals during 16 hours flight instead of two.

The only thing that could have been better, is that the food trays get left way to long after a meal. We had a snack 8 hrs into the trip, and they left us with the boxes and cups for way too long. It is not fun being trapped in your seat unnecessarily

Our male flight attendant was top notch - wish I could remember his name. Boarding is never fun when I have to ride the shuttle to the middle of the tarmac and pull my carry on bags up the stairs to my seat. My knees are banged up and my shoulders give me pain, so the flight started off poorly. The seat leg rests don’t recline completely so that makes is difficult if not dangerous to get in and out of the middle seats. The entertainment system touch screens prevented one from seeing the options. They are old and the software needs to be updated. I was on six planes in the last two weeks and able to see the flight progress without any stress. Couldn’t watch anything else. I do like Qatar Airways, just not a fan of a few things.

Seat experience average as they use old 777 for must flights despite full load. Qr fares are higher than other airlines for same routes so they should at least upgrade the planes . Food is average and same dishes for months on most routes I travelled at least - the Arabian rice dish “Maqboos” on every flight for months - I am sure there are other food Arabian dishes ?? It’s become boring ! Crew is always good which makes up for these things but hey confirm us what we need

Doha airport is huge , takes long time to reach gate .

Do not overbook flights and kick out confirmed ticketed passengers :-(

I didn’t have a flight because it was a fraud and you allow it. Illl never use Kayak again!!!

I missed my flight ,staff unhelpful, they sat and watched me wait ,gangway door closed, English was a problem no announcement I was on time now I missed my month vacation ,lost 1400 bucks no refund I'm sick to my stomach

It’s a business class ticket but they didn’t give a lounge access

Seat space was tight and uncomfortable. There was hardly any cushioning giving me a terrible tail bone ache. Getting and out was extremely cramped. We paid for seat choices and felt totally ripped off. Food was mediocre. By the time the servers served 2 or 3 rows they ran out of this or that option as we saw on the inbound trip also. This is infuriating. Entertainment choices were extremely limited for such a long haul. The screen froze on occasion and did not switch off when the on off button was pressed. When it did it came back on its own in 5 seconds. The airlines has gone downhill since last year.

More leg space than other flights, but felt like *maybe* narrower seats?

Poor boarding with incorrect gate numbers. Poor service they told me to throw away brand new water bottles. Poor immigration officers most likely American who hates Muslims. Poor service in the plane with no Urdu language sign posted anywhere. Horrible seats with no comfort at all they think people traveling in economy are animals. Slow food and water services. Slow baggage arrival.

We booked a business class ticket via Underpricer. Somehow they screwed up our ticket from Abu Dhabi to Ahmedabad. We will be hesitant to book again with them.

I was charged $604 for a bag that weighed 17 kg. I was given three different prices until they landed on the most expensive one and didn't budge a penny. It's ironic and a bit enraging because the total cost of my ticket was $468. I've traveled the world and never experienced these kind of prices for only one piece of checked luggage.

Etihad charged me for 2 check in bags. On Kayak search results price was showing 2 check in bags were included. Kayak need to reimburse me for these additional charges and metal agony and distress. Thanks.

In Colombo when I-drop my baggage Sri Lanka air line crew not polite way talk very rude

Check in took over an hour because printer was not working. Attendant did not know how to give free layover Addis Ababa hotel vouchers or update frequent flyer number. After repeated attempts, got voucher emailed. However hotel wanted printed voucher hence more delay. Bus time from hotel back to airport was printed 4:50 hours, but hotel reception called at 3 pm saying bus will leave at 4 pm. Then hotel reception called again saying 4:15 pm. We rushed at 4:15 pm and bus was not ready until 4:40 pm. Many audio outlets were not working in planes.

The food was terrible and the seating was uncomfortable, but the airline did a great thing letting us board in Abbis Ababa on our connecting flight after our original flight was very delayed.

Food hardly ever changes Videos not often updated for often travel.

I had a comfortable seat that makes my trip wonderful. I appreciate the Ethiopia crew, they were very helpful

The hygiene was super bad. Smells bad and air refreshment is highly advisable. The crew made some one else sit in my spot and no one is checking seat number and people are jumping to sit on other people’s allocated seat.

No Asian Vegetarian food was available on this sector but only fish and chicken and pasta were offered.

Flight was delayed an hour. Also, I bought an extra legroom seat online; but the actually plane was a different configuration so I didn't get what I paid for . This happened on the Addis to Lusaka leg of my trip.

Needs improvement because some of the tvs and charging ports weren’t working

The plane was overbooked and the crew was very rude. My luggage was never put on the plane. I got to NY and waited 2 hours just to find out that my luggage was left.

Very bad experience flight was over 5 hours delayed 😑 not a chance to be put on another flight we had to stay at the hotel we lost 2 days on our vacation. Never again I will fligh with Ethiopian airlines.

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