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Cheapest return flight
R11 803
Typical prices: R11 586-R14 251
Qatar Airways
Sat 27/1Fri 2/2
CPT - BKK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 050
Typical prices: R6 086-R8 627
Qatar Airways
Wed 14/2
CPT - BKK • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Bangkok. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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CPT - BKK
Cheapest • 15% average savings
CPT - DMK
Most popular
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When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 11% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 9% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Cheapest • Avg R12 306 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 16h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Bangkok (CPT-BKK)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Bangkok

Wed, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 2
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12:35 - 19:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
25h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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2:00 - 17:25BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 803Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 26
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19:25 - 19:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
19h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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18:55 - 10:30BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 803Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Fri, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 15
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10:40 - 11:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
19h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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13:35 - 9:25BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 50m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 869Singapore Airlines
1 day ago
Sun, Feb 7 - Mon, Feb 15
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10:40 - 14:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
22h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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20:00 - 9:25BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 869Singapore Airlines
17 hours ago
Mon, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 7
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 18:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
23h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
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2:00 - 16:45BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
R12 527Emirates
3+ days ago
Fri, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:25 - 7:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
29h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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15:55 - 13:25BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 559Multiple Airlines
14 hours ago
Thu, Feb 4 - Thu, Feb 11
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6:00 - 7:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
20h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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19:55 - 16:45BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 642Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Apr 21 - Fri, Apr 30
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 7:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
37h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
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9:30 - 18:05BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
R12 658Emirates
15 hours ago
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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12:20 - 13:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
44h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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1:00 - 13:35BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
R16 258Kenya Airways
1 day ago
Fri, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 29
Kenya Airways Logo
6:00 - 13:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
26h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
1:00 - 23:35BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 146Kenya Airways
2 days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Bangkok flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Bangkok?

Return flights from Cape Town to Bangkok typically range from R11 586 to R14 251. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R11 803 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Bangkok?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Bangkok. It's 2% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Bangkok?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Bangkok at R11 524 return.
•December (R14 861) and August (R13 529) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 28% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Bangkok the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Bangkok are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 11% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Bangkok flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

R6 050
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

When to book flights from Cape Town to Bangkok

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Bangkok based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Bangkok flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Bangkok?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Bangkok:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Bangkok?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Bangkok takes 00m, covering 16 298 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Bangkok?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Bangkok flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Bangkok range from R11 586 to R14 251, with an average of R12 650 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 586 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Bangkok flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the R12 650 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Bangkok looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Bangkok are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R7 795, which is 13% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car hire options are available in Bangkok?

    Since Bangkok is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) – daily rates averaging R499:

    • Drive Car Rental
    • Yesaway
    • Alamo
    • Sixt
    • Hertz

    Near Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport (DMK) – daily rates averaging R471:

    • Drive Car Rental
    • Alamo
    • Thai Rent
    • Chic Car Rent
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Bangkok?

    Flights from Cape Town to Bangkok usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and may arrive at several airports in Bangkok area, including Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Bangkok pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Bangkok most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 51% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 37% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Bangkok?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 7% on flights from Cape Town to Bangkok. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R12 428 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R13 349, a difference of R921.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Bangkok?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 43m, compared to 18h 17m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 19h 39m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Bangkok?

    Bangkok is 5 hours ahead of Cape Town (Indochina Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Bangkok?

    Some of the most popular sights in Bangkok are Pratunam and Thailand Cultural Center. These are among the most viewed places in Bangkok on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Bangkok flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R12 428, which is about R921 less than Saturday fares (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 11% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Bangkok trip for May. Fares historically average R11 524 return in that month – typically R3 337 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
    • Siam Mandarina Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel (Free Shuttle)

    Near Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport

    • Amari Don Muang Airport Bangkok
    • Don Muang Hotel
    • The Royal Bee Apart Hotel

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