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Cheap flights from South Africa to Thailand from R5 147

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 23/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BKK
Aug 15 — Aug 221
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 16 July 2026.

Mon 17/89:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop33h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 14/1021:00
BKK
-
JNB
2 stops39h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/7R9 754
Sat 14/119:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 20/118:30
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/7R9 787
Thu 13/89:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Fri 28/815:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/7R9 803
Mon 2/119:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 45m
Etihad Airways
Tue 17/1120:50
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/7R9 820
Thu 19/119:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop32h 30m
Etihad Airways
Tue 19/18:30
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/7R9 836
Mon 9/119:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop20h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 19/118:30
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/7R9 852
Sun 6/913:30
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop24h 55m
Emirates
Sat 12/92:50
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 12/7R9 885
Wed 19/89:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop33h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/921:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/7R9 901
Sat 7/119:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop32h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sat 14/1120:50
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/7R9 934
Wed 4/119:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop32h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sat 14/118:30
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/7R9 950
Wed 25/119:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 3/1220:50
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/7R9 967
Thu 19/119:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop32h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sat 28/1114:40
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/7R9 983

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 16 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 754

One-way from

R5 147

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 532
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 17/8-14/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 72h 20m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 50m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R16 260 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 931 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 16 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/11

9:50-23:20

1 stop32h 30m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 11/11

20:50-8:20

1 stop16h 30m

R9 820

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

9:50-23:20

1 stop32h 30m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 19/1

14:40-8:20

1 stop22h 40m

R9 901

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

9:50-23:20

1 stop32h 30m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sun 22/11

14:40-8:20

1 stop22h 40m

R9 901

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

9:50-23:20

1 stop32h 30m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 2/12

20:50-8:20

1 stop16h 30m

R10 195

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

18:50-20:15

1 stop20h 25m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 14/11

11:00-10:25

1 stop28h 25m

R10 718

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

13:30-11:10

1 stop16h 40m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Tue 20/10

12:10-16:15

1 stop33h 05m

R10 718

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

10:05-12:30

1 stop21h 25m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Thu 3/9

13:30-5:30

1 stop21h 00m

R10 718

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

13:25-20:15

1 stop25h 50m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Tue 10/11

11:00-5:35

1 stop23h 35m

R10 784

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

13:30-11:25

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Mon 21/9

12:10-5:30

1 stop22h 20m

R10 800

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

9:50-17:55

1 stop27h 05m

Phuket City

Wed 11/11

21:00-8:20

1 stop16h 20m

R11 339

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Thailand (average of R10 914). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 313). 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 Thailand?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Thailand is 70 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.

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 16 July 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
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 572 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

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
3 626 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 413 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

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
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 479 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 572 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

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 Cathay Pacific can get you from South Africa to Thailand in just under 17h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 40m. 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 872. 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Thailand (average of R10 914). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 313). 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 9 airlines flying from South Africa to Thailand

Discover the top 9 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 16 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 207AverageR12 495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 670AverageR13 411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR8 809AverageR11 176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 863AverageR11 530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 495AverageR13 993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 728AverageR14 884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 139AverageR13 967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 108AverageR12 819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 913AverageR13 295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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