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Cheap flights from South Africa to Thailand from R5 001

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BKK
Mar 17 — Mar 241
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 15 February 2026.

Fri 10/49:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 24/49:45
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/2R9 349
Sun 8/39:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Thu 19/32:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/2R9 381
Sun 3/59:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 11/53:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/2R9 397
Sun 17/59:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 1/63:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/2R9 413
Wed 1/49:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 25m
Etihad Airways
Thu 16/49:45
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/2R9 428
Sat 4/49:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sat 18/49:45
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/2R9 444
Fri 3/49:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sat 18/49:45
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/2R9 476
Fri 24/49:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 27/49:45
BKK
-
JNB
2 stops50h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/2R9 492
Tue 10/313:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 21/38:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/2R9 508
Wed 4/319:55
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop16h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 11/39:35
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop14h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/2R9 604
Wed 18/213:40
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop19h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 4/39:35
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop14h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/2R9 620
Wed 18/29:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop32h 35m
Etihad Airways
Thu 19/32:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/2R9 636

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 15 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 365

One-way from

R5 001

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R10 926
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 3/3-16/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 15m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 35m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R14 637 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 825 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 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 15 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Thailand that are best for you.

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South Africa

Fly to

Thailand

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

9:50-6:15

1 stop15h 25m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sat 18/4

9:45-8:20

1 stop27h 35m

R9 651

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/3

9:50-23:50

1 stop33h 00m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sat 4/4

9:15-8:20

1 stop28h 05m

R9 683

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

9:50-23:40

1 stop32h 50m

Phuket City

Fri 15/5

2:25-8:20

1 stop34h 55m

R9 986

DurbanBangkok

DUR - BKK

DURBKK

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 4/3

12:25-18:25

2 stops25h 00m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 13/5

20:30-10:35

2 stops19h 05m

R10 050

DurbanBangkok

DUR - BKK

DURBKK

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 6/3

12:25-19:25

2 stops26h 00m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 20/5

20:30-10:35

2 stops19h 05m

R10 050

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

10:05-7:35

1 stop16h 30m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 24/6

2:50-5:30

1 stop31h 40m

R10 113

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

13:30-19:05

1 stop24h 35m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 12/5

3:15-16:15

1 stop18h 00m

R10 113

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

13:30-18:20

1 stop23h 50m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sat 9/5

1:15-16:15

1 stop20h 00m

R10 161

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

19:50-17:10

1 stop16h 20m

Phuket City

Wed 20/5

9:55-18:35

1 stop13h 40m

R10 177

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

19:50-14:10

1 stop13h 20m

Phuket City

Mon 15/6

9:55-18:35

1 stop13h 40m

R10 209

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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 R7 772). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 476). 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 15 February 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
1 453 reviews
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Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 453 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 453 reviews
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Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 518 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 453 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 163 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 453 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 453 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 395 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 453 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

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, Singapore Airlines, and Qatar Airways can get you from South Africa to Thailand in just under 15h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 35m. 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 759. 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Thailand (average of R7 772). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 476). 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 15 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 095AverageR13 327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR8 623AverageR12 318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 671AverageR10 494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 241AverageR14 546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 300AverageR15 052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 530AverageR12 133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 744AverageR13 887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air ChinaCheapestR11 802AverageR12 441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 588AverageR13 124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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CondorCheapestR14 562AverageR31 571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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