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Cheap flights from South Africa to Thailand from R4 981

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 24/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BKK
Mar 22 — Mar 291
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 20 February 2026.

Sat 4/49:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 25m
Etihad Airways
Thu 16/43:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/2R9 462
Fri 10/414:55
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 23/41:45
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/2R9 478
Sun 8/39:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 19/32:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/2R9 494
Sun 3/59:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop21h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 12/515:05
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/2R9 510
Fri 10/410:05
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop22h 05m
Emirates
Fri 24/49:30
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 19/2R9 527
Wed 22/410:05
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop16h 30m
Emirates
Wed 29/49:30
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop35h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 18/2R9 559
Sun 2/819:10
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop18h 15m
Emirates
Fri 4/99:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 17/2R9 623
Tue 17/313:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 22/38:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/2R9 639
Thu 16/410:05
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop16h 30m
Emirates
Fri 1/51:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 20/2R9 720
Sun 5/49:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 18/49:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/2R9 736
Tue 10/319:55
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop21h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 19/59:05
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 16/2R9 752
Fri 20/212:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 25/28:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/2R9 768

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 20 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 462

One-way from

R4 981

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R11 074
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 4/4-16/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 30m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 24/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 25m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R14 943 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 932 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 20 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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Thailand

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/7

19:50-17:15

1 stop16h 25m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sat 8/8

9:20-18:35

1 stop14h 15m

R9 559

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

9:50-6:15

1 stop15h 25m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 17/4

9:15-8:20

1 stop28h 05m

R9 736

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

19:55-22:10

1 stop21h 15m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 19/5

9:05-18:35

1 stop14h 30m

R9 752

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

19:55-18:45

1 stop17h 50m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sat 25/7

9:20-18:35

1 stop14h 15m

R10 075

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

13:30-13:10

1 stop18h 40m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 14/4

21:10-16:15

1 stop24h 05m

R10 204

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

9:50-6:45

1 stop15h 55m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 24/4

9:15-8:20

1 stop28h 05m

R10 204

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

22:20-13:10

1 stop33h 50m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 14/4

21:10-5:30

1 stop37h 20m

R10 204

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

19:10-19:05

1 stop18h 55m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 14/4

21:10-10:15

1 stop18h 05m

R10 204

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

19:10-18:20

1 stop18h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Thu 25/6

21:35-16:15

1 stop23h 40m

R10 236

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

19:10-18:20

1 stop18h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 13/5

9:30-5:30

1 stop25h 00m

R10 236

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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 866). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 591). 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 20 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
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

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
1 463 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

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
3 522 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

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
1 171 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

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
3 739 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

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
1 405 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

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, 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 10h 20m. 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 822. 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 866). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 591). 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 20 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 182AverageR13 563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR8 727AverageR12 437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 773AverageR10 614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 353AverageR14 705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 415AverageR15 364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 639AverageR12 282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 880AverageR14 112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air ChinaCheapestR11 945AverageR12 592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 740AverageR13 283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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CondorCheapestR14 738AverageR31 953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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