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Cheap flights from South Africa to Asia from R5 359

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 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BKK
Jun 4 — Jun 111
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 5 May 2026.

Mon 4/512:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 17/519:40
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5R9 984
Wed 13/519:10
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop18h 55m
Emirates
Fri 15/51:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 1/5R10 051
Wed 1/79:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/721:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/5R10 084
Mon 11/513:30
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop23h 50m
Emirates
Tue 26/521:10
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop18h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 3/5R10 151
Fri 15/512:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 19/519:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/5R10 184
Mon 22/612:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop19h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 29/69:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R10 201
Fri 2/1019:10
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop19h 15m
Emirates
Sat 10/109:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 30/4R10 234
Thu 18/612:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop19h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 25/69:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R10 251
Mon 15/612:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 22/69:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/5R10 268
Sun 21/612:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop19h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sun 28/69:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5R10 335
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
HKT
1 stop16h 45m
Etihad Airways
Tue 30/621:20
HKT
-
JNB
1 stop16h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/4R10 452
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
HKT
2 stops27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 23/67:35
HKT
-
JNB
2 stops29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/5R10 518

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 5 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 001

One-way from

R5 359

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 166

Good round-trip deal

R13 106 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 695 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/5-29/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 25m total
  • South Africa to Asia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 05m total
  • South Africa to Asia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R7 213 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 387 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 5 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

10:05-12:30

1 stop21h 25m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 6/7

9:55-20:35

1 stop15h 40m

R10 919

JohannesburgSingapore

JNB - SIN

JNBSIN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/7

9:50-9:40

1 stop17h 50m

Singapore Changi

Wed 29/7

21:00-8:20

1 stop17h 20m

R11 253

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

12:40-21:40

1 stop27h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 30/6

20:20-9:00

1 stop18h 40m

R11 720

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

13:30-12:00

1 stop17h 30m

Phuket City

Mon 21/9

19:55-16:15

1 stop25h 20m

R12 756

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/6

12:40-12:55

1 stop19h 15m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 3/7

9:55-4:00

1 stop23h 05m

R13 073

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

10:05-14:05

2 stops23h 00m

Phuket City

Wed 3/6

19:55-10:15

1 stop19h 20m

R13 089

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/10

13:30-18:30

2 stops24h 00m

Phuket City

Sat 10/10

10:00-20:35

1 stop15h 35m

R13 223

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

13:30-16:20

2 stops21h 50m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 22/5

1:15-16:15

1 stop20h 00m

R13 407
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/6

10:05-8:00

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 7/7

9:55-20:35

1 stop15h 40m

R13 423

JohannesburgHong Kong

JNB - HKG

JNBHKG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

12:40-16:30

1 stop21h 50m

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 31/5

18:15-10:30

1 stop22h 15m

R13 640

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

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 42 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.

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 338). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 310). 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 5 May 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.

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 5 May 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
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 508 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 508 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 570 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 725 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 433 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 000 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

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 17h 50m. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 253. The distance between South Africa and Asia is about 8650 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 519. 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 338). Flying from South Africa to Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 310). 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 5 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 253AverageR14 148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 391AverageR13 965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 496AverageR12 522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR9 063AverageR15 779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 680AverageR16 759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 787AverageR14 847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 816AverageR14 493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR9 889AverageR11 716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR10 051AverageR17 068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 340AverageR14 450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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