R5 502 Find Cheap Flights to Southeast Asia

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from South Africa to Southeast Asia departing on 20/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Best Southeast Asia Flight Deals

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Bangkok
Bangkok1 stopR9 389
Phuket City
Phuket City2 stopsR10 010
Denpasar
Denpasar1 stopR12 424
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur2 stopsR11 590
Singapore
Singapore1 stopR10 596
Manila
Manila1 stopR11 927
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City1 stopR12 850
Hanoi
Hanoi1 stopR12 264
Ko Samui
Ko Samui2 stopsR14 572
Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh1 stopR14 660
Krabi
Krabi2 stopsR13 436
Jakarta
Jakarta1 stopR12 921
Cebu City
Cebu City1 stopR16 932
Bangkok
Bangkok1 stopR9 389
Phuket City
Phuket City2 stopsR10 010
Denpasar
Denpasar1 stopR12 424
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur2 stopsR11 590
Singapore
Singapore1 stopR10 596
Manila
Manila1 stopR11 927
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City1 stopR12 850
Hanoi
Hanoi1 stopR12 264
Ko Samui
Ko Samui2 stopsR14 572
Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh1 stopR14 660
Krabi
Krabi2 stopsR13 436
Jakarta
Jakarta1 stopR12 921
Cebu City
Cebu City1 stopR16 932

Book Cheap Southeast Asia Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to Southeast Asia that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals to Southeast Asia

Thu, Aug 21 - Tue, Sep 2
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 23:55JNB-BKK
33h 05m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
2:55 - 8:20BKK-JNB
34h 25m1 stop
R9 389Etihad Airways
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Mon, Aug 18 - Mon, Sep 1
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 23:55JNB-BKK
33h 05m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
9:30 - 8:20BKK-JNB
27h 50m1 stop
R9 495Etihad Airways
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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 26
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:50 - 18:45JNB-BKK
17h 55m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
9:35 - 18:35BKK-JNB
14h 00m1 stop
R9 904Singapore Airlines
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Mon, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 3
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:50 - 17:00JNB-BKK
16h 10m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
9:35 - 18:35BKK-JNB
14h 00m1 stop
R10 117Singapore Airlines
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Fri, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 13
Emirates Logo
10:25 - 7:35JNB-BKK
16h 10m1 stop
Emirates Logo
1:05 - 20:35BKK-JNB
24h 30m1 stop
R10 454Emirates
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Tue, Aug 19 - Mon, Aug 25
Emirates Logo
10:05 - 8:00JNB-BKK
16h 55m1 stop
Emirates Logo
2:40 - 20:50BKK-JNB
23h 10m1 stop
R10 525Emirates
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Wed, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 16
Qatar Airways Logo
19:50 - 18:45JNB-BKK
17h 55m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
2:00 - 15:35BKK-JNB
18h 35m1 stop
R11 288Qatar Airways
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Fri, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 26
Qatar Airways Logo
13:00 - 19:20CPT-BKK
25h 20m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
8:55 - 10:50BKK-CPT
30h 55m1 stop
R11 838Qatar Airways
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Thu, Jul 24 - Thu, Jul 31
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:20 - 20:10JNB-KUL
26h 50m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:10 - 7:40KUL-JNB
29h 30m1 stop
R14 607Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 26
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:20 - 20:10JNB-KUL
26h 50m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:10 - 7:40KUL-JNB
29h 30m1 stop
R14 838Cathay Pacific
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What is the cheapest flight to Southeast Asia?

These are the best return prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

The cheapest ticket to Southeast Asia from South Africa found in the last 72 hours was to Singapore, at R557 return. The most popular route is Cape Town (CPT) to Singapore (SIN) and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was R557.

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Southeast Asia?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from South Africa to Southeast Asia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from South Africa to Southeast Asia is May, when tickets cost R12 335 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is R17 944 and R15 086 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to Southeast Asia?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Southeast Asia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on the flight from South Africa to Southeast Asia, you should book around 12 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Southeast Asia?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Southeast Asia is Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), with an average flight price of R10 328.


Good to know

Low seasonAugust
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flightR5 502
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (23% more expensive on average)
Flight from Johannesburg to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

FAQs - booking Southeast Asia flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from South Africa to Southeast Asia?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from South Africa to Southeast Asia.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from South Africa to Southeast Asia?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from South Africa to Southeast Asia is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from South Africa to Southeast Asia?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from South Africa to Southeast Asia with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from South Africa to Southeast Asia?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from South Africa to Southeast Asia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Southeast Asia?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Southeast Asia is Wednesday when return tickets can be as cheap as R13 179. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, when return prices are R14 000 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Southeast Asia?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Southeast Asia is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost R673 on average. Morning departures are around 13% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Southeast Asia is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R773.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Southeast Asia

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Southeast Asia? 25% of our users found return tickets to Southeast Asia for the following prices or less: From Johannesburg OR Tambo R22 388
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Southeast Asia flight deals.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Southeast Asia

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Southeast Asia. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from South Africa to Southeast Asia. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from South Africa to Southeast Asia? 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.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3287 reviews
8,2Entertainment
8,3Crew
7,8Food
8,1Boarding
8,0Comfort
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Wifi was not operational for the whole trip. Other than this, flight was well received .

10,0 ExcellentElio, May 2025ADL - DXB
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Wifi was not operational for the whole trip. Other than this, flight was well received .

Emirates is superb service. The A380 was very comfortable. The cabin crew is really helpful

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

Boarding for business class passengers can be improved. Also, when debarking the aircraft, Economy passengers are let off first due the way the configuration of the cabin upstairs.

The boarding process was smooth and the stewardesses were nice. Some delays with drinks at the end of the flight, but no issues.

Comfort good. Service as usual poor. Cabin temperature as usual too cold, about 15 degrees

The plane was clean and well maintained the crew members were professionals and friendly and the food was good

Flight left on time. Bags came quickly. Crew was nice. But internet never worked and the food was awful.

Flight was pathetic, felt like a old plane was modified and brought in service. Didnt like the aircraft at all. Crew and services were good.but aircraft totally dissappointment.

The service was excellent. We flew coach on this leg of our trip and it was still very pleasant.

Food from Surabaya was below average but from Singapore is much better

Construction at PDX resulting in very lung walk from the rental car to the gate. SFO, extremely long walk between terminals to get to connecting Singapore airlines flight. My smart watch recorded a total of 3 miles.

Loved the airline with the exception of their carry on limitations. They enforce a strict 7 kilo limit for carry on baggage which is ridiculous. We traveled from SFO to SIN with carry on with no difficulty yet when we checked in Delhi they forced us to check the carry on bags. The weight of our carry on bags were 11 and 12 kilos and while they exceeded the limitations set by Singapore Airlines they were well under weight limitations set by may other carriers. Interestingly my wife and I were each allowed two 22 KG bags to check in addition to the 7 kg carry on for a total weight of 102 KG's. Our total weight with the one bag we planned to check and our two carry ons was 46 kgs.

So happy I flew with Singapore Airlines. The customer service is top notch. I am terrified of flying and the staff made me feel so at ease. Will only fly Singapore internationally moving forward.

Food could have been better. Too many passengers getting up and down all the time.

Flight from SFO did not include entertainment as it was not working the entire duration of the flight. Was informed that there would be a $350 voucher for the inconvenience. Uncertain how the voucher will be provided.

Check in was easy through self-check-in kiosks just like domestic flights. Staff onboard were fantastic. Some "book the cook" good options weren't great, others really good. Entertainment options a bit limited to what I've experienced on Qantas. Overall a good flight though, especially for the price.

The staff on Singapore Airlines was incredible. I would like to commend LS Reuben from my SQ37 flight on November 19th, 2024, from LAX to Singapore, for his outstanding service and care. During the flight, one of my earbuds—brand new and valued at nearly $300—fell out and became lodged in the box controlling the in-flight entertainment system. I was understandably upset, but Reuben went above and beyond to assist me in this tough situation. Reuben demonstrated exceptional determination and empathy. Instead of suggesting we wait for an engineer, he immediately took action, spending almost 30 minutes searching for the earbud. He even got down on the floor to ensure it was recovered. His genuine concern and persistence made all the difference and turned a frustrating situation into one where I felt truly valued as a passenger. Reuben is a shining example of the remarkable service that sets Singapore Airlines apart. His dedication and willingness to go the extra mile left a lasting impression, and I want to sincerely thank him for his kindness and professionalism.

Really enjoyed the flight. Our flight attendant on the way back SIN-LAX was exceptional I didn’t get her name but she was so kind and went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable. I had a bit of a panic attack and she checked on me a few times to make sure I was ok. Really appreciated her attention and service. Thank u

Crews were very caring and polite. Washroom was surprisingly clean. Overall experience was good , only food choices was very limited. Thanks

Cabin crew is very helpful and nice, it is another level of service compared to Air Canada

Better. I took an aisle seat this time. Although the overheard compartment above the seat ahead of me kept opening up during flight.

If I had blood clots, that window seat would've killed me for certain.

Short staffs, I ask stewardess to bring me cognac twice during dinner but they didn't bring it!

Worst experience I have ever had with any airline in over 25 years.

I have a Peanut Allergy and the Steward staff were very accommodating in ensuring my safety as my allergy is life threatening. Very professional and so vested in their profession.

very professional and very attentive to my Special Needs as I required a Wheel Chair and assistance to board

Everything was fine and I have no complaints or things to note.

Highly impressive. On time. Smooth and fast boarding and disembarkment. Really great service

It was okay overall but the food was very, very bad.

Awful plane to Tashkent. Not even possible to sleep. In business class does not even recline fully

The flight was smooth Thank God but the delays and changing gates for 3-4 times made me so tired of walking back and forth with heavy bags I thought I was going to pass out with heavy headaches but Thank God finally found the final gate and home safe. These delays happen anytime for important reasons so just be patient when you come across these situations.

Qatar Airways did a very good job. Flights were slightly delayed with boarding but pilots made up time by arrival. The food was OK, no better or worse than other airlines. Although it would be nice to have three meals during 16 hours flight instead of two.

The only thing that could have been better, is that the food trays get left way to long after a meal. We had a snack 8 hrs into the trip, and they left us with the boxes and cups for way too long. It is not fun being trapped in your seat unnecessarily

Worst air experience in whole life . Boarding and checking was hassle as they did 3 times. Crew team was clueless about passengers need. Despite of passengers raising hand , they were resetting the program

Our male flight attendant was top notch - wish I could remember his name. Boarding is never fun when I have to ride the shuttle to the middle of the tarmac and pull my carry on bags up the stairs to my seat. My knees are banged up and my shoulders give me pain, so the flight started off poorly. The seat leg rests don’t recline completely so that makes is difficult if not dangerous to get in and out of the middle seats. The entertainment system touch screens prevented one from seeing the options. They are old and the software needs to be updated. I was on six planes in the last two weeks and able to see the flight progress without any stress. Couldn’t watch anything else. I do like Qatar Airways, just not a fan of a few things.

Seat experience average as they use old 777 for must flights despite full load. Qr fares are higher than other airlines for same routes so they should at least upgrade the planes . Food is average and same dishes for months on most routes I travelled at least - the Arabian rice dish “Maqboos” on every flight for months - I am sure there are other food Arabian dishes ?? It’s become boring ! Crew is always good which makes up for these things but hey confirm us what we need

Do not overbook flights and kick out confirmed ticketed passengers :-(

Noice cancelling headphones would be better since it’s a crowded plane And kids behaviors are unavoidable

Fly Qatar Airways is always amazing. Their service and care for details is really very good.

I had a terrible experience checking in at the airport for my flight. I booked my ticket initially through Kayak while it was promoted as a ticket that offers a carry on and 2 suit cases. (I have a screen shot as a proof of it) I selected it to buy three tickets and paid online. Couple of minutes later airfare assist which is the OTA offering the ticket called me saying My card declined. So I used a different card that went through. I was surprised that they increased the price ticket by a $167. They said the ticket no longer exists and because my card declined I had to buy a new one. So I did. The day my family and I were traveling I could not check in and when I went to the airport I was shocked to be told my ticket had no bags allowed and must pay $200 per bag for three people 6 bags mean I have to pay $1200. I called the travel agency as I feel I was scammed the confirmation didn’t say anything about the bags and they never told me the new ticket doesn’t not include any bag so they changed it after I selected it on your app without informing me. Very sneaky. The travel agency said they will reimburse me only for one bag person. Which means I still paid $600 I still feel very disappointed to pay such an expense. I have always used Kayak to buy my flight tickets and telling everyone how good your rates and app are however after this I feel I was mislead and paid more for something I should not have to. You allowing such an agency on your platform will surely hurt your reputation and level of integrity. I have all the proofs from the screen shot to the confirmation email from them, the or email offering to reimburse o e bag per person and the $1200 bag fees receipts that I paid on the desk. I must be refund the full amount and I look forward to your response.

The food could be better. Toilets were smelly all along

second leg was more comfortable. Customer service in Abu Dhabi is okay.

Crew Check-In – Kolkata (CCU) The crew handling check-in in Kolkata was outstanding—efficient, courteous, and highly organized. Flight Segment – CCU to Abu Dhabi (AUH) A standard flight overall. Notably, only one in-flight meal option—a vegetarian curry—was available, which seemed unsuitable for a red-eye journey. The crew offered no alternatives, which was unexpected. Flight Segment – Abu Dhabi to Rome (AUH-FCO) Comfort improved on this leg, but service quality was average, falling short of Etihad’s premium standards. Crew attention was heavily absorbed by a difficult couple in Row 15 (port side), resulting in disproportionate focus. It was concerning that a steward had to personally return to apologize, a task better suited for supervisory staff. This highlights a development opportunity for supervisors Anna and Quashim in managing guest escalation professionally.

Certainly! Here’s a more concise and refined version of your report, maintaining a polished and professional tone: --- Crew Check-In – Kolkata (CCU) The crew handling check-in in Kolkata was outstanding—efficient, courteous, and highly organized. Flight Segment – CCU to Abu Dhabi (AUH) A standard flight overall. Notably, only one in-flight meal option—a vegetarian curry—was available, which seemed unsuitable for a red-eye journey. The crew offered no alternatives, which was unexpected. Flight Segment – Abu Dhabi to Rome (AUH-FCO) Comfort improved on this leg, but service quality was average, falling short of Etihad’s premium standards. Crew attention was heavily absorbed by a difficult couple in Row 15 (port side), resulting in disproportionate focus. It was concerning that a steward had to personally return to apologize, a task better suited for supervisory staff. This highlights a development opportunity for supervisors Anna and Quashim in managing guest escalation professionally.

Flight was delayed due to slow boarding process by etihad. Update food options and movies as well.

Should have had business class line in immigration. Food quality suboptimal

we were delayed from Athens to Abu Dhabi by an hour and a half, so I had trouble connecting the flight from there to Bali. It could have been done had they waited even 15 mins. There was another lady who was in the same boat. By the time we were half way across the terminal, they have actually already issued different flights for us to go Jakarta then to Bali. Not to mention the inconvenience of waiting over 4 hrs at the airport and the subsequent inconvenience, we did not arrive to Bali till after 800pm the next day, which means I paid for the hotel for nothing when I could have been there before noon the next day! There was little explanation. It was just as well I needed some assistance getting around, otherwise the 2 of us would have been completely lost! Not going to fly with them again!

Likes: on time departure, new plane Didn’t like:very poor quality food, very limited entertainment.no amenity kit etc.

Needs better seat for business class. My seat was falling apart. Also no WiFi on that flight

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