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Cheap flights from South Africa to Thailand from R5 350

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BKK
Jun 2 — Jun 91
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 3 May 2026.

Fri 1/512:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 4/519:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop38h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R9 919
Mon 4/512:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 17/519:40
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5R9 935
Wed 20/519:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop18h 55m
Qatar Airways
Fri 29/519:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R9 952
Fri 1/512:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop20h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/519:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R9 985
Wed 13/519:10
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop18h 55m
Emirates
Fri 15/51:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 1/5R10 002
Tue 12/522:20
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 45m
Emirates
Wed 20/53:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop36h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 29/4R10 019
Thu 4/612:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 14/61:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop37h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R10 102
Fri 8/512:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 8/79:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R10 135
Mon 22/612:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop19h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 29/69:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R10 151
Fri 2/1019:10
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop19h 15m
Emirates
Sat 10/109:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 30/4R10 185
Thu 18/612:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop19h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 25/69:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R10 201
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
HKT
1 stop16h 45m
Etihad Airways
Tue 30/621:20
HKT
-
JNB
1 stop16h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/4R10 401

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 3 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 952

One-way from

R5 350

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R10 899
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/5-29/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 25m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 05m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R18 639 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 569 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 3 May 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

Wed 1/7

9:50-19:40

1 stop28h 50m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 8/7

21:00-8:20

1 stop16h 20m

R10 035

DurbanBangkok

DUR - BKK

DURBKK

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 29/5

18:30-19:45

2 stops20h 15m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Thu 11/6

1:00-17:15

2 stops21h 15m

R10 500

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/8

22:20-11:25

1 stop32h 05m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Thu 3/9

23:50-20:35

1 stop25h 45m

R10 866

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 866

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/8

13:30-11:25

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Thu 3/9

23:50-20:35

1 stop25h 45m

R10 866

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

10:05-12:30

1 stop21h 25m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 6/7

9:55-20:35

1 stop15h 40m

R10 866

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

13:30-11:10

1 stop16h 40m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sun 11/10

23:50-16:15

1 stop21h 25m

R10 932

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

13:30-11:10

1 stop16h 40m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Fri 9/10

23:50-16:15

1 stop21h 25m

R10 932

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

19:10-11:25

1 stop35h 15m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 25/7

23:50-5:30

1 stop34h 40m

R10 966

DurbanPhuket City

DUR - HKT

DURHKT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 12/6

18:30-14:00

2 stops38h 30m

Phuket City

Fri 19/6

20:30-10:35

2 stops19h 05m

R10 982

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Thailand

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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.

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 750). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 737). 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 3 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
1 506 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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
1 506 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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
3 567 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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
1 312 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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
3 723 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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
1 432 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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, Qatar Airways, and Emirates can get you from South Africa to Thailand in just under 20h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 50m. The distance from South Africa to Thailand is about 8867 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 957. 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 750). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 737). 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 3 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 627AverageR12 606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 350AverageR13 289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 993AverageR10 785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR8 995AverageR11 101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 633AverageR14 173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 739AverageR16 112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 290AverageR14 379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 312AverageR12 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 131AverageR13 633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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