How long is the flight from South Africa to Thailand?

The flight from South Africa to Thailand depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo (a popular airport in South Africa) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (the most popular airport in Thailand), then the flight time is 15h 45m on average. If you fly from Cape Town Intl (another popular airport in South Africa) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, then the average flight time is 18h 15m.

What are the most popular cities to visit in Thailand?

Some of the world’s most well-travelled cities are in Thailand. The most popular city to travel to in Thailand is Bangkok, which momondo users choose as their landing destination 61% more often than other cities. The next most popular cities in Thailand are Phuket City and Ko Samui.

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1 stop25h 15m

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Cape TownBangkok

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Cape TownBangkok

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Which airlines fly to Thailand?

Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Thailand from South Africa according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Thailand. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Thailand on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about Thailand flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R5 536
Best Round-Trip Price	R9 522
Fastest flight time	18h 55m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Thailand from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 536 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi).

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The best round-trip flight price to Thailand from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R9 522 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi).

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The fastest flight to Thailand from South Africa takes 18h 55m (Cape Town Intl to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Thailand, with a 8% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Thailand

What popular landmarks are in Thailand?

Patong Beach is the most popular place of interest in Thailand. Many travellers make it a point to stop there while travelling to Thailand. Other popular landmarks and places of interest in Thailand would be Karon Beach, Pratunam, or Chaweng Beach.

What is the cheapest flight to Thailand?

If you are looking to fly to Thailand for less, look to airlines like Thai Vietjet Air, Thai Lion Air, and Nok Air, with prices starting at R259, R602, and R744 respectively.

Which airlines fly to Thailand?

Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Thailand according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Thailand. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Thailand on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most popular airport in Thailand to fly to?

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi is the most popular airport in Thailand to fly to at the moment. Out of all our users who flew to Thailand in the past year, 66% of them chose to fly into Bangkok’s Bangkok Suvarnabhumi airport. Keep in mind that there may be other airports within Thailand that are also a great option to fly to.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Thailand?

Prices for flights to Thailand refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Thailand?

The number of operators available for flights to Thailand is 30 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to Thailand?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Thailand.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Thailand?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Thailand can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Thailand. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Thailand?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight to Thailand. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights to Thailand with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Thailand on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to Thailand?

Once you have performed a search for flights to Thailand, momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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