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Cheap flights from South Africa to Thailand from R5 203

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 25 — Jul 21
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 26 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 657
Wed 3/613:30
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop23h 55m
Emirates
Tue 9/61:35
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop37h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 22/5R9 673
Wed 27/519:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop18h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/619:45
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/5R9 689
Mon 1/619:10
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop31h 50m
Emirates
Wed 3/61:35
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 22/5R9 706
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 754
Thu 10/99:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Thu 31/1214:40
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/5R9 771
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 820
Thu 4/619:10
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop31h 50m
Emirates
Sun 21/63:40
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 25/5R9 836
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 852
Wed 17/622:20
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop33h 10m
Emirates
Sun 21/61:35
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 22/5R9 885
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 901
Sat 4/79:50
JNB
-
HKT
1 stop15h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 28/721:20
HKT
-
JNB
1 stop16h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/5R10 276

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 26 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 657

One-way from

R5 203

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R10 684
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 7/6-12/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 50m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 40m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R18 011 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 331 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 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 26 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

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 733

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

10:05-11:10

1 stop20h 05m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 10/10

12:10-5:30

1 stop22h 20m

R10 749

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/8

13:30-11:25

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Tue 8/9

23:50-20:35

1 stop25h 45m

R10 766

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

13:30-11:25

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Wed 9/9

23:50-5:30

1 stop34h 40m

R10 782

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

19:10-20:45

1 stop20h 35m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Wed 28/10

11:00-10:25

1 stop28h 25m

R10 782

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

22:20-20:15

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Fri 20/11

11:00-5:35

1 stop23h 35m

R10 782

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

22:20-20:15

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 14/11

22:55-20:35

1 stop26h 40m

R10 782

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

10:05-8:00

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 14/9

9:55-20:35

1 stop15h 40m

R10 798

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

22:20-19:25

1 stop16h 05m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 10/8

3:40-20:35

1 stop21h 55m

R10 831

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 847

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Thailand (average of R10 668). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 436). 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 26 May 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
1 522 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

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
1 522 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 522 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

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
3 568 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 522 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

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
1 344 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 522 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

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
3 727 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 522 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

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
1 441 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 522 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

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?

    Emirates, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways can get you from South Africa to Thailand in just under 15h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 30m. The distance from South Africa to Thailand is about 8452 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 R4 834. 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Thailand (average of R10 668). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 436). 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 26 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 468AverageR12 424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 404AverageR13 091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR8 826AverageR11 350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 847AverageR10 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 455AverageR13 982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 573AverageR15 707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 768AverageR14 033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 088AverageR12 758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 892AverageR13 376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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