Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Bangkok?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Johannesburg to Bangkok flights typically cost between R10 188 and R12 708 in February. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was R9 906 on Singapore Airlines (Feb 9-Feb 16).

Question 1

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Bangkok?

Accepted Answer

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.Johannesburg to Bangkok flights typically cost between R10 188 and R12 708 in February.
The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was R9 906 on Singapore Airlines (Feb 9-Feb 16).

Question 2

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Bangkok?

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There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Bangkok in 16h 30m. Fly via Singapore Airlines or Etihad Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Johannesburg to Bangkok is about 8991 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

Question 3

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bangkok round-trip?

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Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Bangkok is Singapore Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R9 094 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Etihad Airways and Emirates, starting at R9 664 and R10 219 round-trip. These flights start at 24% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

Question 4

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Bangkok?

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The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Bangkok is 60 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Question 5

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Bangkok?

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Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Bangkok (average of R604). Flying from Johannesburg to Bangkok in December is currently the most expensive (average of R898). 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.

Question 6

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Bangkok?

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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Bangkok flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bangkok ranges from 10.0 - 320.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 320.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Bangkok when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bangkok, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 30.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

Question 9

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Bangkok?

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When booking a flight from Johannesburg to Bangkok, you may want to consider flying on Air China, Cathay Pacific or Emirates as they are the most popular for this route.

Question 10

Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Bangkok?

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Johannesburg to Bangkok flights have a stopover in Singapore most of the time. Singapore is followed by Dubai in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg to Bangkok. Doha comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Bangkok flights.

Question 11

Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Bangkok flights?

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Of the flights from Johannesburg to Bangkok that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Addis Ababa. Nairobi follows Addis Ababa in terms of the least common stopover location on Johannesburg to Bangkok flights. Nairobi is followed by Hong Kong in terms of the least popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Bangkok flights.

Question 12

What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

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If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, or Dubai Mall. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall, by travelling 6,8 km, 11,0 km, and 10,5 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Those on a stopover in Dubai in need of a car hire can book one at Dubai Intl for about R208.

Question 13

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Johannesburg to Bangkok?

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Friday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Johannesburg to Bangkok. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Bangkok.

Question 14

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Bangkok?

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Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 61 days in advance to save up to 16% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 61 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Johannesburg to Bangkok 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as R12 585, or R13 378 for flights within the next 24 hours.

Question 15

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Bangkok?

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The best pricing can be found in the month of May. Prices to Bangkok from Johannesburg average R12 047. You can even find prices in May for less than R12 047, as users have found deals to Bangkok from as low as R9 571. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Bangkok from Johannesburg. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 32%.

Question 16

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to BKK?

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Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Johannesburg to Bangkok by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Question 17

Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Bangkok that include hotel bookings?

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Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Bangkok flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

Question 18

How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Bangkok?

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

Question 19

Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Bangkok?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Bangkok by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

Question 20

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Johannesburg to Bangkok?

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Cheapflights makes it easy to find Johannesburg to Bangkok flights by helping our users search from 900+ travel sites for deals. We also provide you with filters for cabin, price, airline, airports, number of stops, and many more to narrow down that perfect flight.

Question 21

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Johannesburg to Bangkok?

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Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights from Johannesburg to Bangkok for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.

Question 22

Can Cheapflights find flights from Johannesburg to Bangkok with no change fees?

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Certainly. Search results for flights to Bangkok from Johannesburg shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Question 23

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Johannesburg to Bangkok become cheaper?

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Of course! You can now track prices for flights from Johannesburg to Bangkok and get an alert from Cheapflights when they change. Have a valid email address ready and click the bell icon next to the flight deals above to set up your price alerts.

Question 24

What airports serve Johannesburg to Bangkok flights?

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Travellers interested in spending time in Bangkok can take a flight from Lanseria International Airport or O.R. Tambo International Airport to depart from Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo is a busy airport that can handle up to 28 million passengers on an annual basis. It is a hub for Kulula, South African Express, and Mango. This flight will go to Bangkok from Johannesburg and land in either Suvarnabhumi Airport or Don Mueang Airport. Suvarnabhumi Airport is the main is the main international airport in Bangkok. It acts as a hub for Bangkok Airways, Thai Airways, and JetAsia Airways. It is also a focus city for EVA Air, Cathay Pacific, and Emirates.

Question 25

Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Bangkok?

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Unfortunately, there are no direct, nonstop flights that go to Bangkok from Johannesburg. That means passengers will need to choose a flight that has at least one stop along the way. These flights are provided by various airlines including Emirates, Etihad Airways, and Cathay Pacific, along with several others. Most of the time, the flights will be about the same price, regardless of the number of stops it makes along the way. However, the quickest flights, which can reach Bangkok in 13h 50m, will typically be more expensive than the longer flights which might not reach Bangkok for as long as 17h 20m.

Question 26

What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Bangkok?

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Flights with a single stop may touch down in various locations including Abu Dhabi International Airport, Hong Kong International Airport, Addis Ababa Airport, and others. There are also many flights that have at least two stops going into Bangkok. These flights may make stops in Jomo Kenyatta Airport and Abu Dhabi International Airport, Dubai Airport and Hong Kong Airport, or Frankfurt am Main Airport and Munich Airport. Flights with two stops take much more time to reach the destination at around 21h 35m for the quickest flights and 24h 15m for the longer ones.

Question 27

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Bangkok?

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Travellers going to Bangkok from Johannesburg do not need a visa if staying for less than 30 days. However, a passport that is valid for at least six months is required.

Round-trip from	R9 906
One-way from	R5 464
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	R10 928

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Singapore Airlines	CheapestR9 085	AverageR11 160	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR9 664	AverageR11 095	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	CheapestR10 225	AverageR14 795	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR10 323	AverageR11 909	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	CheapestR10 430	AverageR12 131	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR10 618	AverageR13 165	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air China	CheapestR13 030	AverageR15 661	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air China flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR14 857	AverageR17 331	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights
Oman Air	CheapestR20 323	AverageR23 277	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Oman Air flights

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