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 63% more often than other cities. The next most popular cities in Thailand are Phuket City and Ko Samui.

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Aug 17

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33h 10m

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Oct 14

BKK

39h 10m

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BKK

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JNB

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Nov 13

BKK

28h 50m

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Etihad Airways

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JNB

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Jan 19

BKK

28h 50m

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Etihad Airways

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JNB

20h 55m

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BKK

Nov 19

BKK

28h 50m

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JNB

R9 873

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Oct 31

JNB

20h 55m

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Nov 13

BKK

28h 50m

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Etihad Airways

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JNB

27h 10m

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Feb 2

BKK

28h 50m

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Etihad Airways

Aug 19

JNB

33h 10m

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Sept 9

BKK

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R9 922

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JNB

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BKK

16h 30m

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BKK

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Etihad Airways

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JNB

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Dec 3

BKK

16h 30m

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R9 988

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Etihad Airways

Sept 2

JNB

33h 05m

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HKT

Sept 8

HKT

27h 00m

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JNB

R10 725

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JNB

27h 05m

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HKT

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Etihad Airways

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JNB

21h 45m

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Aug 25

HKT

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Etihad Airways

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JNB

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Sept 10

HKT

42h 05m

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Cathay Pacific

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JNB

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Sept 18

HKT

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Etihad Airways

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JNB

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HKT

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JNB

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HKT

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Emirates

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JNB

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HKT

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Cathay Pacific

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JNB

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JNB

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HKT

28h 15m

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Emirates

Sept 4

JNB

23h 30m

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USM

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USM

24h 45m

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R15 293

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Nov 16

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Emirates

Nov 16

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35h 30m

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Sept 12

JNB

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26h 15m

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Sept 12

JNB

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USM

35h 05m

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R15 800

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Sept 17

JNB

37h 35m

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Sept 28

USM

27h 20m

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R15 817

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Multiple Airlines

Oct 16

JNB

24h 50m

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KBV

Oct 30

KBV

36h 35m

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JNB

R13 050

Emirates

Aug 28

JNB

41h 40m

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KBV

49h 05m

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R13 230

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Sept 13

JNB

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KBV

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Emirates

Oct 16

JNB

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KBV

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KBV

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KBV

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KBV

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9:45 - 23:55

JNB

BKK

33h 10m

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21:00 - 7:10

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JNB

39h 10m

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R9 775Etihad Airways

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Oct 14

9:50 - 6:35

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R9 808Etihad Airways

Sat, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 20

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R10 512Emirates

Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12

10:05 - 11:25

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20h 20m

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R10 545Emirates

Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 20

12:25 - 6:40

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BKK

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8:15 - 10:55

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DUR

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R10 725Qatar Airways

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 26

12:25 - 6:40

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BKK

37h 15m

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DUR

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R10 757Qatar Airways

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 25

11:10 - 17:20

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18h 35m

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R10 806Cathay Pacific

Sun, Sep 6 - Fri, Sep 18

11:10 - 10:50

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18h 40m

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11:50 - 7:55

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R10 905Cathay Pacific

Fri, Aug 21 - Thu, Aug 27

6:00 - 12:10

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25h 10m

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23h 35m

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R11 773Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 9

20:45 - 12:10

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34h 25m

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21:00 - 11:20

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DUR

19h 20m

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Wed 14/10

21:00-7:10

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JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/11

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1 stop15h 45m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 20/11

8:30-8:20

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R9 808

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JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

10:05-11:25

1 stop20h 20m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 12/9

13:30-5:30

1 stop21h 00m

R10 512

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

10:05-11:25

1 stop20h 20m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sun 20/9

23:50-20:35

1 stop25h 45m

R10 544

DurbanBangkok

DUR - BKK

DURBKK

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 1/11

12:25-6:40

2 stops37h 15m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Thu 26/11

8:15-10:55

2 stops31h 40m

R10 725

DurbanBangkok

DUR - BKK

DURBKK

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 1/11

12:25-6:40

2 stops37h 15m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 25/11

2:00-10:55

2 stops37h 55m

R10 757

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

11:10-17:20

1 stop25h 10m

Phuket City

Fri 18/9

18:20-7:55

1 stop18h 35m

R10 806

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

11:10-10:50

1 stop18h 40m

Phuket City

Thu 27/8

11:50-7:55

1 stop25h 05m

R10 905

DurbanBangkok

DUR - BKK

DURBKK

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 27/8

6:00-12:10

2 stops25h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 9/9

21:00-15:35

2 stops23h 35m

R11 773

DurbanBangkok

DUR - BKK

DURBKK

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 26/8

20:45-12:10

2 stops34h 25m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 2/9

21:00-11:20

2 stops19h 20m

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Which airlines fly to Thailand?

Emirates, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Thailand from South Africa according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Thailand. Keep in mind that there are 9 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 158
Best Round-Trip Price	R9 775
Fastest flight time	16h 55m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Thailand from South Africa in the last 5 days is R5 158 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi).

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The best return flight price to Thailand from South Africa in the last 5 days is R9 775 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi).

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The fastest flight to Thailand from South Africa takes 16h 55m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Phuket City).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Thailand, with a 7% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Thailand

What popular landmarks are in Thailand?

Lamai 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 Pratunam, Bophut Beach, or Thailand Cultural Center.

What is the best airport to land at to visit Lamai Beach?

Flying into Ko Samui Airport is typically the best way to visit Lamai Beach, since it is the closest airport to the area.

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 R321, R725, and R731 respectively.

Which airlines fly to Thailand?

Emirates, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Thailand according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Thailand. Keep in mind that there are 9 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, 69% 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 23 as of July 2026.

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.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Thailand right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are simply researching potential flights to Thailand, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Thailand and alert you when they change.