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Direct flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Bangkok. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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JNB - BKK
Cheapest • 4% average savings
JNB - DMK
Most popular
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 7% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 6% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg R10 502 (return)
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Shortest trip • 15h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Bangkok (JNB-BKK)

 
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok and is 1% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 1% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok at R9 908 return.
•December (R12 763) and July (R11 040) 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 prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 7% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok flights

Low season

February
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Bangkok

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok takes 0h 00m, covering 14 444 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok range from R9 808 to R12 066, with an average of R10 485 over the past 12 months. Anything below R9 808 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 3% above the route average of R10 485. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 from around R220:

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

    Near Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport (DMK) – daily rates from around R111:

    • Drive Car Rental
    • Alamo
    • Thai Rent
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Chic Car Rent

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 49% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 12% of one-stop connections

    Dubai Intl (DXB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 3% on the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R10 400 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R10 663, a difference of R262. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok?

    Flying via Singapore Changi (SIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 57m, compared to 17h 28m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and 17h 52m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Bangkok?

    Bangkok is 5 hours ahead of Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R10 400 – about R262 less than Saturday (2% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 7% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok trip for May. Fares historically average R9 908 return in that month – typically R2 854 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

    · Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airpor
    · 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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