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Cheap flights from South Africa to Thailand from R5 286

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 31/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BKK
Apr 21 — Apr 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Thailand

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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 22 March 2026.

Fri 10/49:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop16h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 24/415:05
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R9 738
Sun 3/59:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 12/515:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/3R9 755
Wed 17/69:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 24/615:05
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/3R9 823
Fri 3/49:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop16h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 16/415:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R9 840
Sat 25/49:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop27h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sat 2/515:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R9 874
Wed 8/49:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 30m
Etihad Airways
Fri 17/415:05
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R9 891
Wed 8/49:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 10/621:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R9 925
Fri 3/49:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 21/49:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R9 942
Wed 15/49:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Thu 23/421:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R9 959
Wed 22/49:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 30m
Etihad Airways
Thu 30/43:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R9 976
Fri 24/49:45
JNB
-
HKT
1 stop16h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 1/515:20
HKT
-
JNB
1 stop21h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R10 520
Sun 12/49:45
JNB
-
HKT
2 stops23h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 21/410:20
HKT
-
JNB
2 stops26h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R10 588

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 22 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 738

One-way from

R5 286

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R11 846
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 10/4-24/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 10m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 31/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 45m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R17 601 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 631 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 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 22 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Thailand that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

9:45-6:45

1 stop16h 00m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sat 18/4

9:40-8:15

1 stop27h 35m

R10 350

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

19:10-18:20

1 stop18h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 24/4

3:15-16:15

1 stop18h 00m

R10 690

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

22:20-19:05

1 stop15h 45m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sun 17/5

3:15-16:15

1 stop18h 00m

R10 690

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

10:05-7:35

1 stop16h 30m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 21/4

3:15-16:15

1 stop18h 00m

R10 741

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

13:30-18:20

1 stop23h 50m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 22/4

2:15-16:15

1 stop19h 00m

R10 843

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

9:50-6:15

1 stop15h 25m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sat 27/6

9:15-8:20

1 stop28h 05m

R11 013

DurbanBangkok

DUR - BKK

DURBKK

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 9/6

12:05-12:55

2 stops19h 50m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sat 20/6

20:00-10:35

2 stops19h 35m

R11 200
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

19:50-17:10

1 stop16h 20m

Phuket City

Mon 28/9

9:25-18:35

1 stop14h 10m

R11 778

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

22:20-8:00

1 stop28h 40m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 14/7

3:40-20:35

1 stop21h 55m

R12 645

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

22:20-20:00

1 stop16h 40m

Phuket City

Thu 23/4

23:45-16:15

1 stop21h 30m

R12 866

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Deals found on 21/3

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Thailand (average of R8 294). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 112). 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 22 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Thailand, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 483 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 483 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 483 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 483 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 222 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 483 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 733 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 483 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 429 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 483 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

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?

    Etihad Airways, Emirates, and Qatar Airways can get you from South Africa to Thailand in just under 16h. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 50m. 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 Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 114. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific, 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Thailand (average of R8 294). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 112). 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 22 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 095AverageR12 926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 103AverageR14 251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR9 201AverageR12 933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 230AverageR11 067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 856AverageR15 132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 917AverageR16 137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 425AverageR14 940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 595AverageR13 293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 432AverageR13 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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CondorCheapestR26 729AverageR33 271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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