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Cheap flights from South Africa to Thailand from R5 152

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 27/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BKK
Feb 22 — Mar 11
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Thailand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Thailand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 January 2026.

Tue 17/213:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 24/29:05
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/1R9 558
Sun 3/59:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop27h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 12/59:45
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/1R9 591
Wed 4/319:55
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop16h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 16/39:35
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop14h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 21/1R9 607
Sun 17/513:30
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop23h 50m
Emirates
Sun 24/59:30
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 20/1R9 639
Wed 1/419:10
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop18h 10m
Emirates
Mon 6/43:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop31h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 22/1R9 656
Mon 9/29:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop20h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 17/214:40
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/1R9 704
Tue 3/319:55
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop18h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 17/39:35
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop14h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/1R9 737
Sun 18/109:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 10/118:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/1R9 753
Tue 24/219:55
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop16h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 17/39:35
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop14h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/1R9 769
Sat 24/113:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 27/19:05
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/1R9 785
Mon 6/419:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop18h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 18/49:20
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop14h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 21/1R9 801
Thu 12/213:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 16/28:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop36h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/1R9 818

Find flight deals from South Africa to Thailand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Thailand flight deals. Data was last updated 23 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 607

One-way from

R5 152

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R12 750
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 4/3-31/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 20m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 27/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 40m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R16 094 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 643 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Thailand 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 23 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Thailand that are best for you.

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Return

Price

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

19:55-18:45

1 stop17h 50m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 13/3

9:35-18:35

1 stop14h 00m

R9 607

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

19:55-17:25

1 stop16h 30m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 17/3

9:35-18:35

1 stop14h 00m

R9 769

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

13:45-17:15

1 stop22h 30m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 26/6

9:20-18:35

1 stop14h 15m

R9 785

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

19:50-19:00

1 stop18h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 10/7

9:05-18:35

1 stop14h 30m

R9 850

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

19:55-17:10

1 stop16h 15m

Phuket City

Fri 27/2

10:05-18:35

1 stop13h 30m

R10 158

DurbanBangkok

DUR - BKK

DURBKK

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 7/3

12:25-13:05

2 stops19h 40m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sat 14/3

9:05-10:55

2 stops30h 50m

R10 206

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

18:50-7:35

1 stop31h 45m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sat 14/3

1:05-20:35

1 stop24h 30m

R10 206

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

18:50-18:40

1 stop18h 50m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sat 14/3

2:55-20:35

1 stop22h 40m

R10 206

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

22:20-18:40

1 stop15h 20m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 17/3

1:05-5:35

1 stop33h 30m

R10 206

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

19:55-20:00

1 stop19h 05m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 24/2

9:35-18:35

1 stop14h 00m

R10 223

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Thailand

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Thailand (average of R7 874). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 639). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Thailand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Thailand. 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 Thailand. Reviews last updated 23 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Thailand, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 436 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 141 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 720 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 374 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 486 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Related info for your journey

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

    Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Emirates can get you from South Africa to Thailand in just under 17h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h 55m. The distance from South Africa to Thailand is about 8991 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R4 842. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Thailand for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Thailand (average of R7 874). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 639). 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 Thailand

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Thailand. 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 23 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 270AverageR13 519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR8 771AverageR12 602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 786AverageR10 694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 383AverageR14 784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 485AverageR15 506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 720AverageR12 365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 905AverageR13 998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 006AverageR12 666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 804AverageR13 350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR18 362AverageR26 912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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