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Cheap flights from South Africa to Asia from R4 963

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 8/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BKK
Jul 30 — Aug 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Asia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Asia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 June 2026.

Tue 1/129:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 14/128:30
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/6R9 827
Sat 31/109:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sun 8/1119:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop17h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/6R9 860
Thu 5/119:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop20h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 11/1120:50
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/6R9 892
Wed 12/810:05
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop16h 55m
Emirates
Sat 22/82:50
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R9 909
Wed 4/119:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop32h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 8/1120:50
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/6R9 925
Tue 8/129:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop20h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 28/128:30
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/6R9 975
Sat 25/719:10
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop37h 20m
Emirates
Fri 31/72:50
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R9 991
Mon 2/119:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop20h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 30/118:30
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/6R10 090
Mon 17/810:05
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop27h 20m
Emirates
Thu 27/81:35
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R10 155
Thu 1/1010:05
JNB
-
DMK
1 stop20h 05m
Emirates
Tue 13/1012:10
DMK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R10 550
Wed 9/922:20
JNB
-
DMK
1 stop32h 05m
Emirates
Wed 16/912:10
DMK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 24/6R10 583
Sat 26/910:05
JNB
-
DMK
1 stop29h 40m
Emirates
Tue 6/1012:10
DMK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 26/6R10 665

Find flight deals from South Africa to Asia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Asia flight deals. Data was last updated 30 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 827

One-way from

R4 963

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 205

Good round-trip deal

R13 578 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 687 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 1/12-14/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 00m total
  • South Africa to Asia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 20m total
  • South Africa to Asia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R4 417 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 107 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Asia 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 30 June 2026.
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JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

9:50-6:35

1 stop15h 45m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 16/11

14:40-8:20

1 stop22h 40m

R9 909

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

9:50-18:00

1 stop27h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sat 7/11

20:50-8:20

1 stop16h 30m

R9 925

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

9:50-23:20

1 stop32h 30m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sun 8/11

20:50-8:20

1 stop16h 30m

R9 925

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

22:20-20:15

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 14/11

11:00-20:35

1 stop38h 35m

R10 747

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

13:30-11:10

1 stop16h 40m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 31/10

11:00-5:35

1 stop23h 35m

R10 747

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

13:30-11:25

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Mon 21/9

23:50-20:35

1 stop25h 45m

R10 747

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

22:20-20:15

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Wed 11/11

11:00-5:35

1 stop23h 35m

R10 796

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

10:25-10:00

1 stop18h 35m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Tue 19/1

11:00-5:35

1 stop23h 35m

R10 796

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/10

13:30-11:10

1 stop16h 40m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Thu 15/10

12:10-5:30

1 stop22h 20m

R10 796

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

22:20-11:10

1 stop31h 50m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 10/10

12:10-5:30

1 stop22h 20m

R10 845

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Asia (average of R12 242). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 789). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to AS?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Asia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 June 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Asia as you normally would.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to Asia, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Asia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Asia. 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 Asia. Reviews last updated 30 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways from South Africa to Asia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 557 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 557 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 557 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 602 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 557 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 738 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 557 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 469 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 557 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 007 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 557 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Asia. 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 Asia?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Asia can take about 15h 10m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 799. The distance between South Africa and Asia is about 8496 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R2 651. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Asia for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Asia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Asia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Asia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Asia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Asia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Asia 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 Asia?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Asia (average of R12 242). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 789). 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 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Asia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Asia. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 30 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 202AverageR13 954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 324AverageR12 275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 721AverageR13 873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR8 865AverageR16 426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestR8 923AverageR15 633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 525AverageR16 331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR9 733AverageR11 613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 805AverageR14 404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR9 892AverageR16 762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 995AverageR13 948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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