Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from South Africa to Bangkok from R5 217

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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BKK
Jun 27 — Jul 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Bangkok

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest flights from South Africa to Bangkok
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Bangkok. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 May 2026.

Mon 1/619:10
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop18h 15m
Emirates
Sun 7/63:40
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop35h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 25/5R9 682
Wed 3/619:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/69:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/5R9 731
Wed 24/69:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Mon 29/63:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/5R9 780
Thu 4/619:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop37h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/69:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/5R9 796
Fri 5/619:10
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop31h 50m
Emirates
Fri 19/61:35
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 27/5R9 829
Sat 11/79:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 28/721:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/5R9 846
Thu 4/619:10
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop31h 50m
Emirates
Sun 21/63:40
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 25/5R9 862
Thu 16/79:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop27h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/79:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/5R9 878
Fri 6/119:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop20h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 16/118:30
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/5R9 895
Thu 16/712:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 5/89:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/5R9 911
Thu 3/99:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 16/99:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/5R9 927
Fri 5/618:30
DUR
-
BKK
2 stops20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 17/620:00
BKK
-
DUR
2 stops19h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/5R10 532

Find flight deals from South Africa to Bangkok

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Bangkok flight deals. Data was last updated 28 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 682

One-way from

R5 217

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R9 878
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 9/6-15/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 20m total
  • South Africa to Bangkok
Search Deals
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 40m total
  • South Africa to Bangkok
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R10 504 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 084 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Bangkok 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 28 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Bangkok that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

9:50-18:00

1 stop27h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sun 1/11

20:50-8:20

1 stop16h 30m

R10 614
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

13:30-11:10

1 stop16h 40m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 17/10

23:50-16:15

1 stop21h 25m

R10 745

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

19:10-20:45

1 stop20h 35m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 10/10

12:10-5:30

1 stop22h 20m

R10 745

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 761

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

10:25-10:00

1 stop18h 35m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sun 1/11

22:55-16:35

1 stop22h 40m

R10 778

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/11

22:20-20:15

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Mon 16/11

11:00-5:35

1 stop23h 35m

R10 794

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

13:30-19:25

1 stop24h 55m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 10/8

3:40-10:15

1 stop35h 35m

R10 860

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

10:05-11:25

1 stop20h 20m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Wed 22/7

23:50-20:35

1 stop25h 45m

R10 876

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

10:05-11:25

1 stop20h 20m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Tue 21/7

23:50-16:15

1 stop21h 25m

R10 876

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

19:10-11:25

1 stop35h 15m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Fri 17/7

23:50-16:15

1 stop21h 25m

R11 677

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 24/5

Showing 1-10 of 60 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Bangkok

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Bangkok from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Bangkok (average of R9 976). Flying from South Africa to Bangkok in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 820). 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.

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

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Bangkok. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Bangkok

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bangkok. 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 Bangkok. Reviews last updated 28 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific from South Africa to Bangkok. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 523 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 523 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 523 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 569 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 523 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 346 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 523 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 726 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 523 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 445 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 523 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from South Africa to Bangkok can take about 16h 40m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 745. South Africa and Bangkok are separated by a distance of 8990 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R4 847. Qatar Airways flights start at R5 033 while deals on Cathay Pacific start at R5 608 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Bangkok?

    When deciding which route to take from South Africa to Bangkok, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, Cape Town Intl - Bangkok Suvarnabhumi or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Bangkok Don Mueang Intl, as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Bangkok (average of R9 976). Flying from South Africa to Bangkok in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 820). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 9 airlines flying from South Africa to Bangkok

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Bangkok. 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 28 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 483AverageR12 456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 426AverageR10 504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay PacificCheapestR8 850AverageR10 760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Cathay Pacific flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 870AverageR9 757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
EmiratesCheapestR9 480AverageR13 515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 598AverageR14 448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 797AverageR14 070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Kenya Airways flights
Air ChinaCheapestR12 120AverageR12 792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Air China flights
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 926AverageR13 309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from South Africa to Bangkok?

When you search for this flight from South Africa to Bangkok, Cheapflights searches on 900+ travel sites to save you time finding great flight deals online. Additionally, we offer filter features so you can choose a preferred cabin class or airline, see different price ranges, and much more so you can book the flight for you.

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

By finding flights from multiple airlines and providers at completely no cost, Cheapflights helps millions of users like you annually find the best flights to Bangkok from South Africa.

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

Yes! Cheapflights helps users easily find flights from South Africa to Bangkok with no change fees.

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

Not ready to book yet? You can track prices for flights from South Africa to Bangkok on Cheapflights with our Price Alert feature and get notified when better prices are available.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book With Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees.

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.