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Cheap flights from South Africa to Thailand from R5 403

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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BKK
Apr 30 — May 71
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 31 March 2026.

Wed 3/69:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/615:05
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/3R9 742
Fri 18/99:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sun 27/915:05
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/3R9 759
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
BKK
2 stops20h 15m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/521:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R9 793
Wed 20/59:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop16h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 26/521:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/3R9 810
Sat 2/59:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop16h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/515:55
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/3R9 862
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop27h 25m
Etihad Airways
Thu 7/521:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R9 948
Thu 4/69:50
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 10/621:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R9 965
Sun 3/59:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 11/53:15
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R9 982
Sat 9/59:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 30m
Etihad Airways
Fri 22/521:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/3R10 016
Sun 10/59:45
JNB
-
BKK
1 stop15h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 22/521:00
BKK
-
JNB
1 stop16h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/3R10 051
Mon 16/119:50
JNB
-
HKT
1 stop33h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sun 29/112:40
HKT
-
JNB
1 stop34h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/3R10 754
Wed 1/79:50
JNB
-
HKT
1 stop27h 35m
Etihad Airways
Tue 7/79:25
HKT
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/3R10 771

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 31 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 742

One-way from

R5 403

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R11 954
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 3/6-9/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 20m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 1/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 25m total
  • South Africa to Thailand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R17 924 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 728 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 31 March 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

Mon 11/5

13:30-12:15

1 stop17h 45m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 18/5

9:30-5:30

1 stop25h 00m

R10 771

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

19:10-19:05

1 stop18h 55m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 29/4

3:15-16:15

1 stop18h 00m

R10 840

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

22:20-12:15

1 stop32h 55m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 24/4

3:15-16:15

1 stop18h 00m

R10 857

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

19:10-20:00

1 stop19h 50m

Phuket City

Mon 1/6

23:55-5:30

1 stop34h 35m

R11 011

JohannesburgKrabi

JNB - KBV

JNBKBV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/6

9:50-18:20

1 stop27h 30m

Krabi

Tue 9/6

9:05-8:20

1 stop28h 15m

R11 080

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

10:05-20:00

1 stop28h 55m

Phuket City

Sat 9/5

23:45-5:30

1 stop34h 45m

R12 452

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

22:20-20:00

1 stop16h 40m

Phuket City

Wed 20/5

19:55-16:15

1 stop25h 20m

R12 452

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

19:10-20:00

1 stop19h 50m

Phuket City

Tue 26/5

19:55-16:15

1 stop25h 20m

R12 469
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

9:45-6:30

1 stop15h 45m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sun 17/5

21:05-13:15

2 stops21h 10m

R12 743

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

10:05-20:00

1 stop28h 55m

Phuket City

Mon 18/5

17:30-16:15

2 stops27h 45m

R13 052

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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 R8 370). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 205). 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 31 March 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
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
1 484 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
3 550 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
1 234 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
1 432 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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 Qatar Airways can get you from South Africa to Thailand in just under 17h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 45m. 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 Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 160. 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 R8 370). Flying from South Africa to Thailand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 205). 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 31 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 052AverageR13 050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR8 177AverageR14 370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR9 286AverageR11 366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 318AverageR11 153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 946AverageR15 276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 013AverageR16 306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 514AverageR15 019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 710AverageR13 419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 555AverageR14 074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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CondorCheapestR26 974AverageR33 576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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