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Cheap flights from South Africa to Asia from R5 124

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 19/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BKK
Jul 2 — Jul 91
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 2 June 2026.

Sun 7/622:20
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop28h 40m
Emirates
Fri 12/61:35
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 30/5R9 645
Mon 8/613:30
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop24h 55m
Emirates
Sat 13/69:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 1/6R9 662
Mon 8/613:30
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop23h 55m
Emirates
Mon 15/69:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 31/5R9 678
Mon 1/619:10
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop31h 50m
Emirates
Sun 7/63:40
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop17h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 31/5R9 694
Fri 5/612:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/69:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/6R9 710
Sun 19/720:55
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/79:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/5R9 743
Sun 14/612:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/69:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/6R9 776
Tue 16/622:20
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop33h 10m
Emirates
Mon 22/69:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 29/5R9 792
Mon 1/612:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop26h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 4/619:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/5R9 808
Sun 14/612:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 19/69:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/5R9 824
Mon 14/99:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop27h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 29/920:45
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/5R9 857
Sun 14/613:30
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop37h 30m
Emirates
Mon 29/62:50
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 1/6R9 873

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 2 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 645

One-way from

R5 124

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 157

Good round-trip deal

R13 233 or less

Good one-way deal

R9 156 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 26/8-8/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 25m total
  • South Africa to Asia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 45m total
  • South Africa to Asia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R6 046 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 185 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 2 June 2026.
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JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/8

10:05-11:25

1 stop20h 20m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Tue 8/9

23:50-16:15

1 stop21h 25m

R10 703

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

10:25-10:00

1 stop18h 35m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Wed 11/11

22:55-16:35

1 stop22h 40m

R10 703

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

13:30-11:25

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Tue 8/9

23:50-16:15

1 stop21h 25m

R10 703

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

22:20-10:00

1 stop30h 40m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sun 1/11

22:55-20:35

1 stop26h 40m

R10 703

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

22:20-20:45

1 stop17h 25m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Fri 30/10

22:55-20:35

1 stop26h 40m

R10 703

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

22:20-8:00

1 stop28h 40m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 6/7

9:55-20:35

1 stop15h 40m

R10 719
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/8

10:05-8:00

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 8/9

9:55-20:35

1 stop15h 40m

R10 719

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

22:20-20:45

1 stop17h 25m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 10/10

12:10-5:30

1 stop22h 20m

R10 719

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

10:05-11:25

1 stop20h 20m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 5/9

23:50-20:35

1 stop25h 45m

R10 719

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

9:50-18:00

1 stop27h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sun 8/11

17:40-8:20

2 stops43h 40m

R10 817

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Asia

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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 004). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 736). 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 2 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 70 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 2 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
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 527 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 580 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 444 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 006 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

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 20h 20m. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 703. The distance between South Africa and Asia is about 8990 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 R3 428. 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 004). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 736). 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 2 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 169AverageR13 839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 243AverageR12 214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 475AverageR13 662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR8 799AverageR15 842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestR8 832AverageR15 831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 431AverageR16 279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 543AverageR14 308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR9 635AverageR11 154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR9 792AverageR16 575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 849AverageR13 992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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