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Cheapest return flight
R9 331
Typical prices: R10 010-R13 915
Etihad Airways
Sun 14/10Wed 24/10
JNB - BKK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R5 088
Typical prices: R5 535-R8 198
Qatar Airways
Sat 29/9
JNB - BKK • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights to Bangkok

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals to Bangkok

Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 16
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 11:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
20h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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19:55 - 8:25BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R9 314Etihad Airways
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 24
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 12:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
21h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
15:55 - 8:20BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R9 331Etihad Airways
Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 19
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 19:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
24h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
20:35 - 15:35BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R9 477Qatar Airways
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 24
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 19:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
18h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
3:00 - 15:15BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R9 477Qatar Airways
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
Emirates Logo
10:25 - 18:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
27h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
1:05 - 20:35BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
R9 526Emirates
Fri, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 4
Emirates Logo
22:20 - 7:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
28h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
1:05 - 5:35BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
R9 526Emirates
Thu, Nov 5 - Fri, Nov 20
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 12:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
32h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:55 - 20:10BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 948Ethiopian Air
Sat, Nov 7 - Fri, Nov 20
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 12:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
17h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:55 - 20:10BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R10 046Ethiopian Air
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 14:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
22h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
7:30 - 7:25BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
R10 306Cathay Pacific
Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 29
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 12:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
20h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
17:45 - 7:25BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
R10 306Cathay Pacific
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Price, demand, and travel trends for South Africa to Bangkok flights

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

What is the cheapest day to fly to Bangkok?

Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Bangkok at R11 818 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at R12 354.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Bangkok?

•November is the cheapest month to fly to Bangkok with an average price of R10 208 return.
•December (R13 541) and June (R11 509) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Bangkok?

Morning flights to Bangkok are the cheapest at R11 119 return on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at R12 517.

When are flights to Bangkok the cheapest?

Flights to Bangkok are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 6% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Bangkok

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R5 088
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

When to book flights to Bangkok

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel 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 questions about flights to Bangkok, answered

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

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Bangkok?

    Kenya Airways operates the most flights from South Africa to Bangkok at 0 per week, while Emirates is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from South Africa to Bangkok. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airports serve Bangkok?

    Flights to Bangkok arrive at: Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK).

  • Which airports serve Bangkok and the surrounding area?

    Flights to Bangkok can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK).

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Bangkok?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Bangkok are from:
    • Johannesburg, from R9 331 return

  • How do I know if a flight to Bangkok is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Bangkok is around R10 010 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Bangkok?

    Last-minute fares to Bangkok – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 2% above the average return fare of R11 353.

Your guide to booking Bangkok flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Bangkok, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 6% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Bangkok, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around R10 010 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Bangkok in November. Return fares historically average R10 208 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to morning to save up to R1 398 per return. Morning flights to Bangkok average R11 119 compared to R12 517 for midday flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Once you arrive in Bangkok, a few great places to start are Pratunam and Thailand Cultural Center. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Bangkok

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Bangkok? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8,2
Singapore AirlinesOverall score based on 1606 reviews
8,1Entertainment
8,3Boarding
7,8Food
8,0Comfort
8,6Crew
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The friendliness of the attendants, and the quality of the service.

10,0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2026
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The friendliness of the attendants, and the quality of the service.

No frills airline with minimal leg room and no entertainment

Wish the seat don’t have restrictions, can’t fully insert backpack all the way inside.

Good service and food. For buying items on flight should be preordered as they don’t keep much stock on board.

Singapore Airlines from Mumbai was late, we were rerouted to Copenhagen and then to Los Angeles. As senior citizens, we should have been given a hotel voucher for a night and fly out the next day. I hope Singapore Airlines should give us a credit in good faith if they want us to fly with them. I doubt it, but you never know.

They bumped us up. They overbooked the flight and we hurried to the next flight. We are a family of 5 with 13, 10 , and 6 year olds kids. Everybody was running to the next flight. We never been exhausted in our flights hust like we have experienced this week. Mismanagement in scoot and kayak.

Too many luggages for 1 passenger (4 bags) will make all the overhead luggage bins a challenge to fit them all. Some have oversized hand carry as in like back packer size bags shouldn’t be allowed as handcarry.

I requested an aisle seat and got a middle seat The flight gate was changed and the flight was delayed

Airport lounge for business class is too crowded and not comfortable. Poor foods and facilities. Boarding was delayed. A lot of coughing people in the flight even in the business class, which indicated poor screening and health risks.

I didn’t get to go, and no refund was available after asking for 2 months

There is an issue with A380 when it arrives in Munich, because a business class passengers like me have to wait for the first class passengers to disembark, which takes some time while you are also offloading economy passengers this causes an issue at customs where your business class passengers end up behind a large bulk of economy passengers This is a frustration and the early dislocation should be and is supposed to be a benefit of business class

No kids provided. Instead we were told to have contacted the airline that we have kids and require kids meals. We were not the only ones who inquired about kids meals. It’s odd. Emirates and other airlines give kids meals as standard and before the adult food comes out. The rice in our meals was gluggy and under cooked. The chicken was also raw. Sadly not the best experience with Finn Air. The hostesses tried to compensate with the snacks and drinks but missed the mark by a long way. Especially when paying Emirates/Qantas prices

This was my first time flying with Emirates. Overall, the experience was very good. I thought the seats in economy would have been a bit more comfortable, but, they seem to be on par with other airlines. The food was excellent and very satisfying. If you can afford it, I would definitely suggest upgrading to at lest premium economy seats for long haul flights.

First time and very memorable, the finest flying experience ive ever had

Very uncomfortable aircraft. No free entertainment or drinks. Food okay. Won't fly with them again.

Comfort poor, little leg room, cabin temperature too hot. No free entertainment. No complementary drinks. Overal experience poor and would not travel with them again.

Worst trip ever from the beginning to the end I will never travel with that airline again. I made a big mistake by not going with my regular schedule flight with Qatar airline. Even underpriced cheat me of my 134 dollars I paid for special seats and they kept my money and didn't pay the airline for the seats for me.

No Vegetarian options onboard, made to wait for a long time for boarding

Food was good, great communication by Pilot and Co Pilot, Crew very friendly. Slow beginning drink and meal service - over 2hrs into flight which disrupted overnight flight sleep. Entertainment systems was 3 Stars, my wife's was nonfunctional and had to call attendant 3 times to get it reset, mine the headphones and jack we're twitchy and keep going to muted volume.

The internet connection did was not functioning as per normal.

Weather delayed arriving flight and even though I made the connection, my luggage did not.

The service was better on this flight from the long haul one, but still very poor from The Cathay Pacific of the past.

Seat was very old. Didn’t easily go up and down. Flight Attendent had issues moving the seat. Condition of the seat was ok. Parts were peeling off by the foot area. Food was ok. Ran out of the dish I wanted so got the beef. Beef filet was very tender but the sauce was a little strange. Disembarking was very easy.

The flight experience was good for a long flight over the pole, but it got my wife to the Far East in time.

My connecting flight was canceled or never existed. My stopover went from 1 hour and a half to 10 hours. It was a long day that I wasn't prepared for and it would have been nice to know that ahead of time. Cathay is great though. Great staff, entertainment and food.

Baggage delayed for 2 days and still chasing for reimbursement of basis items. Very horrible customer care service.

Crew experience was more transnational, seats were so close together (LtoR and FtoB) that it was difficult to enjoy much of anything. When the person in front leaned back, there is no space for me. Sadly it was a flight to be endured not experienced.

One of the worst flight in business class by qatar airways and I’m no stranger with qatar airways businesses class, I travelled with the extensively in the past 12 years

Everything was good food could be better but ok for economy on my 2nd flight the head ph jack are bad you have to hold pushed in to hear anything but other then that very nice service

Halal food options could have been better the first meal portion sizes were very small the second breakfast meal the fish and couscous was very dry and disappointing I enjoyed the Hong Kong t lot I enjoyed the midnight stuck a lot the Hong Kong tea we had for breakfast was very good

The crew were fabulous. We travelled Doha to Miami and the crew in board we exceptional too.

Qatar was pretty OK for their services but Arangrant was awful at theirs and frankly lied to me. Qatar offers four business class fares and only three of them allow lounge access. This is a horrible policy when you pay so much for business class and shame on them for denying the simple use of their lounges for this confusion. When I requested my business class ticket with Arangrant I knew this and specifically told them I would only purchase the lowest class business seat that would still permit me lounge access on all legs of my trip. They lied to me and said I did and then I was refused this service on my return flights. I had no less than 4-8 schedule changes and got screwed by a late departure from DCA on my double connection to JNB. I lost nearly a full day on my outbound and then had little to no use of the lounges on my outbound flights. To then be denied access on my return flights made the 27 hour trip home pretty awful. Kayak should no longer work with Arangrant as they are dishonest and liars. Qatar should price all four of their business class fares to include lounge access and stop the insanity they have forced on people. My return trip home nearly ruined my entire trip to South Africa and I blame Arangrant for telling me lies and for Qatar for offering insane rules and regulations on such expensive business class fares. For the money I paid to Qatar, I did not receive the full services I was promised. I will probably never use Arangrant and their ignorant services ever again. I will question whether I ever fly on Qatar Airways again as well. When you pay so much and get such little in return, it leaves a bad taste in your mouth. Arangrant gives the whole industry a bad name and Qatar is not far behind them. I can honestly say that the wretched service and way I was treated by both have soured me on travel companies and airlines. It is bad enough that we have an idiot, felon, racist and bigoted president and administration to contend with while he has started an illegal war, I did not expect to get screwed over by Arangrant and Qatar as well. Shame on all of you.

This flight was a very good trip for us. The crew were very friendly and helpful. They made arrangements for my husband to have assistance in boarding. We were not expecting a meal, so it was a pleasant surprise on this short flight to have a meal and beverage from a very courteous crew.

I prebooked a comfort plus seat on this flight and therefore the flight was comfy. I got the correct seat in the correct section of the plane that I have booked, that's this. Flight was comfortable. Staff were average on the flight, appearing to be rushed and short in engagement with travellers, perhaps this to maximise there rest time on the flight.

I had to stay in the airport 15 even with a hotel reservation..i was refused to inter to qatar cuz the hotel was outside the airport. They could have offered a solution. It was really exhausting for me and my family.

As gold member there is no priority checkin. Meaning you either have to board with your zone or last with business class pax. As economy pax all the baggage bays are filled by the time you arrive

Staff was very friendly. There is no on board entertainment, but it’s such a short flight that it doesn’t matter. We also got a meal which was nice and unexpected due to the length of the flight.

Flight was fine overall. What you would expect from economy seats. I did appreciate the amenities (eyemask, earplugs, small toothbrush and toothpaste, thin socks).

It was good no problems made it on time for the next flight overseas!

Seat electronics kept failing (as in absolutely nothing worked) - crew re-set it multiple, but didn’t move me until finally three quarters of the way into the flight - abysmal. Entertainment options are plentiful, but a number of expected movies were missing (did an SQ flight 3 days later and expected titles were on SQ) - does Qatar sensor what they show?

I liked the crew, the food and the foot space. I did not like the comfort of the seats.

We have paid premium price for a business class Cabinet and we have received the old 777 with the following apart business class that is not to standard. It was very disappointing and it’s a very bad reputation for a premium airline company. This aeroplane should be the commission from being as a business class. We will pass this knowledge to our colleagues because the quality of business class in Etihad is not consistent and it is a lucky dip that sometimes you’re getting a good aeroplane and sometimes you’re getting their 30 years old aeroplane. The crew of the aeroplane have apologise and said that they hate this aeroplane and they have complained about it multiple times as well. Obviously Etihad is putting the economy in front of the Customer Experience. For the future we will not take this risk anymore and will fly with established company like emirates.

I paid 44 $ for seat upgrade (22D) and my seat was stack in high position for all the 6 hours of flight. I don't recommend the upgrade. I am looking to get my upgrade payment back

The flight from Abu Dabhi to Bangalore was terrible. The plane was an order model with no onboard entertainment. The beverage selection were very limited.

One of your male flight attendant was pushy and a bit of a martinette. Completely unnecessary.

Same problem place in the middle so small Im 1,85 m so not good 👍

I am a larger than average person and in my opinion i don't think it's fair to allocate a window seat to anyone who is my size or larger, i was seated between 2 large passengers on a full aircraft. The guy in the window seat also occupied a portion of the middle seat (my seat) which made my experience of flying with etihad very cramped and uncomfortable, i was flying from Abu Dhabi to Bangkok. Had this been a airbus 380 it would have been better as the seats are larger but unfortunately it wasn't so i had to endure the 6+hrs unable to get any rest

Liked leg room Disliked unable to book to sit with my family on same flight without paying extra

The staff was very nice and polite but it was very very hot and no ways to have some fresh air. It would be nice to have more time to sleep since it was a night flight

Crew member took too long time to take back leftover food plates from passenger seats. Food was nice.Easy excellent checking.Guy at checking counter was really kind and helpful.Made our checking very quickly. Leftover food should be taken back ASAP. Because in economy class passanger have narrow space . In the long journey like this, passanger have difficulties to sit with the plates.overall experience was good.

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