Question 1

What are the most popular places to fly to in Thailand?

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The most popular places in Thailand to fly to are Phuket City, Bangkok, Ko Samui and Chiang Mai.

Question 2

When is the best time to book a flight to Thailand?

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Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Thailand. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Question 3

Can I find cheaper flights to Thailand if I am willing to have stopovers?

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Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Thailand on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Question 4

What is the best airline to fly to Thailand?

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Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Thailand.

Question 5

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Thailand?

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Chiang Mai is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Thailand. One-way flights to Chiang Mai typically cost R442, while return flights cost around R879.

Question 6

How much is a return flight to Thailand?

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A return flight to Thailand will typically cost around R1 428, however they can be found for as little as R1 256.

Question 7

Where does the fastest flight to Thailand depart from?

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For those looking to save time traveling to Thailand, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 45 minutes).

Question 8

Does Bangkok Suvarnabhumi have car hire?

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Yes. Those touching down at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Question 9

Are there hotels close to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi?

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Yes. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Louis Tavern Dayrooms At Suvarnabhumi Airport is the closest property to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (0,0 km away from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi).

Question 10

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Thailand?

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The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Thailand are Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Etihad Airways.

Question 11

How long is the flight to Thailand?

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On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Thailand takes 25 hours 3 minutes. Flights to Thailand from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Question 12

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Thailand?

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The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Thailand are Ethiopian Air, Singapore Airlines and Etihad Airways.

Question 13

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Thailand ranges from 30.0 - 410.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 410.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Thailand when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Thailand, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

Return from	R10 287
One-way from	R5 275
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	September
Average price	R10 780

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