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Cheap flights from South Africa to Thailand from R5 081

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 19/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BKK
Tem 18 — Tem 251
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 18 Haziran 2026.

Cmt 31/109:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Paz 8/1114:40
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/6R9 756
Çar 16/99:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sal 29/915:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/6R9 773
Çar 7/109:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop16h 00m
Etihad Airways
Paz 8/1114:40
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/6R9 789
Pzt 5/109:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop16h 00m
Etihad Airways
Per 5/1120:50
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/6R9 805
Per 3/99:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Çar 16/93:15
BKK
-
JNB
2 stops32h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/6R9 821
Cmt 20/619:10
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop19h 15m
Emirates
Cum 26/69:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 13/6R9 870
Per 17/99:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Paz 27/915:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/6R9 903
Çar 23/99:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop27h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sal 6/1015:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/6R9 919
Per 2/722:20
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop34h 10m
Emirates
Paz 5/721:35
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop36h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 18/6R9 935
Cum 2/1022:20
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop16h 05m
Emirates
Cmt 10/109:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 17/6R10 000
Çar 22/714:05
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sal 28/79:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/6R10 049
Pzt 14/920:25
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop30h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Pzt 12/109:20
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop15h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/6R10 065

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 18 Haziran 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 756

One-way from

R5 081

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R11 006
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 31/10-8/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 50m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 20m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R16 801 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 017 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 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 18 Haziran 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Per 17/9

10:05-11:10

1 stop20h 05m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Paz 27/9

12:10-16:15

1 stop33h 05m

R10 665

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Çar 16/9

13:30-11:10

1 stop16h 40m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Paz 27/9

12:10-5:30

1 stop22h 20m

R10 665

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Cmt 19/9

10:05-11:10

1 stop20h 05m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Çar 23/9

23:50-16:15

1 stop21h 25m

R10 665

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Per 19/11

22:20-20:15

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sal 19/1

22:55-16:35

1 stop22h 40m

R10 682

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Cum 2/10

22:20-20:45

1 stop17h 25m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Cmt 10/10

23:50-20:35

1 stop25h 45m

R10 779

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Cmt 31/10

22:20-20:15

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Paz 8/11

22:55-16:35

1 stop22h 40m

R10 795

DurbanBangkok

DUR - BKK

DURBKK

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sal 3/11

12:25-18:25

2 stops25h 00m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Per 3/12

20:30-10:55

2 stops19h 25m

R10 828

DurbanBangkok

DUR - BKK

DURBKK

Durban King Shaka Intl

Çar 29/7

12:05-12:55

2 stops19h 50m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Çar 5/8

9:15-10:35

2 stops30h 20m

R11 039

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Paz 8/11

9:50-17:55

1 stop27h 05m

Phuket City

Çar 11/11

2:40-8:20

1 stop34h 40m

R11 120

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Pzt 22/6

19:10-18:25

1 stop18h 15m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sal 30/6

3:40-16:15

1 stop17h 35m

R11 217

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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 633). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 075). 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 18 Haziran 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
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

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
1 545 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

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
3 592 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

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
1 380 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

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
3 727 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

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
1 452 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

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?

    Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways can get you from South Africa to Thailand in just under 20h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h. The distance from South Africa to Thailand is about 8990 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 850. 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Thailand (average of R10 633). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 075). 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 18 Haziran 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 174AverageR12 389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 571AverageR13 299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR8 775AverageR10 925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 779AverageR11 514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 413AverageR13 809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 603AverageR15 041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 050AverageR13 817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 030AverageR12 697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 830AverageR13 215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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