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Cheap flights from South Africa to Thailand from R4 989

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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BKK
Jul 23 — Jul 301
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 23 June 2026.

Wed 9/920:25
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop18h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 24/915:30
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/6R9 830
Wed 7/109:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 21/1020:45
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/6R9 880
Wed 2/99:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 16/921:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/6R9 896
Fri 18/910:05
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop28h 20m
Emirates
Thu 24/92:50
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 22/6R9 912
Thu 3/99:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sat 12/93:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/6R9 945
Thu 16/79:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/715:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/6R9 994
Wed 22/714:05
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop17h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 27/72:30
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop35h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/6R10 011
Fri 2/1022:20
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop16h 05m
Emirates
Sat 10/109:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 19/6R10 027
Tue 21/720:25
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 28/715:30
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 19/6R10 076
Thu 17/99:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop16h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sun 27/915:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/6R10 109
Thu 13/810:05
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop22h 25m
Emirates
Thu 27/821:35
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop36h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 22/6R10 142
Wed 7/1012:05
DUR
-
BKK
2 stops19h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 4/119:05
BKK
-
DUR
2 stops30h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/6R10 290

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 23 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 830

One-way from

R4 989

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R11 110
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 9/9-24/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 25m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 7/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 10m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R16 979 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 078 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 23 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/10

10:25-10:00

1 stop18h 35m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 14/11

22:55-16:35

1 stop22h 40m

R10 700

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

10:05-11:10

1 stop20h 05m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Fri 25/9

12:10-16:15

1 stop33h 05m

R10 766

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

10:05-11:10

1 stop20h 05m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 26/9

12:10-5:30

1 stop22h 20m

R10 782

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

10:05-11:10

1 stop20h 05m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 26/9

12:10-5:30

1 stop22h 20m

R10 782

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

13:30-11:10

1 stop16h 40m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 10/10

12:10-5:30

1 stop22h 20m

R10 782

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

10:05-11:10

1 stop20h 05m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sun 27/9

12:10-5:30

1 stop22h 20m

R10 782

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/10

18:50-20:15

1 stop20h 25m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 7/11

22:55-5:35

1 stop35h 40m

R10 782

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

19:10-18:25

1 stop18h 15m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 25/9

9:55-20:35

1 stop15h 40m

R10 782

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

9:50-11:45

1 stop20h 55m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 30/11

17:40-8:20

2 stops43h 40m

R10 831

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

9:50-11:45

1 stop20h 55m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 19/1

17:40-8:20

2 stops43h 40m

R10 913

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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 R10 815). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 196). 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 53 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 23 June 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
1 549 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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
1 549 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 549 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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
3 593 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 549 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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
1 388 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 549 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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
7,3
Good
3 730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 549 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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
1 461 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 549 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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 Singapore Airlines can get you from South Africa to Thailand in just under 15h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 10m. 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 934. 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Thailand (average of R10 815). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 196). 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 23 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 230AverageR12 534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 699AverageR13 400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR8 864AverageR11 077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 875AverageR11 560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 508AverageR14 033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 757AverageR14 914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 171AverageR13 921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 162AverageR12 836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 971AverageR13 363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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