How long does it take to fly to Bangkok?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in Bangkok you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport takes 15h 25m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport takes 18h 40m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

Which airlines fly to Bangkok?

Emirates, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Bangkok 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 Bangkok. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Bangkok on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Bangkok?

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Bangkok

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Bangkok?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Bangkok are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Bangkok?

There are 9 operators available for flights from South Africa to Bangkok as of April 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Bangkok?

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 from South Africa to Bangkok.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Bangkok?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Bangkok 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 Bangkok. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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9:50 - 6:15

JNB

BKK

15h 25m

1 stop

21:00 - 8:20

BKK

JNB

16h 20m

1 stop

R9 592Etihad Airways

Sat, Aug 22 - Tue, Sep 1

9:50 - 6:15

JNB

BKK

15h 25m

1 stop

15:05 - 8:20

BKK

JNB

22h 15m

1 stop

R9 608Etihad Airways

Fri, Jun 26 - Sat, Jul 11

9:50 - 6:15

JNB

BKK

15h 25m

1 stop

9:45 - 8:20

BKK

JNB

27h 35m

1 stop

R9 625Etihad Airways

Sun, Jun 28 - Sun, Jul 5

9:50 - 23:50

JNB

BKK

33h 00m

1 stop

9:15 - 8:20

BKK

JNB

28h 05m

1 stop

R9 658Etihad Airways

Mon, Jun 15 - Tue, Jun 30

13:30 - 12:15

JNB

BKK

17h 45m

1 stop

9:30 - 16:15

BKK

JNB

35h 45m

1 stop

R9 790Emirates

Mon, May 4 - Sat, May 16

10:05 - 12:15

JNB

BKK

21h 10m

1 stop

9:30 - 10:15

BKK

JNB

29h 45m

1 stop

R9 807Emirates

Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10

12:40 - 6:55

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BKK

37h 15m

1 stop

19:40 - 10:30

BKK

JNB

19h 50m

1 stop

R9 823Qatar Airways

Wed, May 13 - Wed, May 20

18:30 - 19:50

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BKK

20h 20m

2 stops

19:00 - 10:35

BKK

DUR

20h 35m

2 stops

R10 435Qatar Airways

Fri, Jun 12 - Mon, Jun 15

8:30 - 13:45

DUR

BKK

24h 15m

2 stops

19:00 - 17:15

BKK

DUR

27h 15m

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Mon, May 4 - Wed, May 13

7:00 - 11:10

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DMK

23h 10m

2 stops

23:50 - 16:40

DMK

CPT

21h 50m

1 stop

R14 768Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 17

Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Bangkok

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Aug 22

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 25m

1 stop

BKK6:15Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sept 1

BKK21:00Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

16h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 592

Etihad Airways

Jun 26

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 25m

1 stop

BKK6:15Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Jul 11

BKK15:05Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

22h 15m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 608

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Jun 28

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 25m

1 stop

BKK6:15Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Jul 5

BKK9:45Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

27h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 625

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May 13

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 15m

1 stop

BKK6:55Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

May 20

BKK19:40Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

19h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 823

Qatar Airways

May 4

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 30m

1 stop

BKK14:10Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

May 11

BKK19:00Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

20h 30m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 906

Qatar Airways

May 12

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 00m

1 stop

BKK19:50Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

May 19

BKK19:40Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

19h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

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R9 658

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

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1 stop35h 45m

R9 790

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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10:05-12:15

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Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

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9:30-10:15

1 stop29h 45m

R9 807

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JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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12:40-6:55

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Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

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19:40-10:30

1 stop19h 50m

R9 823

DurbanBangkok

DUR - BKK

DURBKK

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 12/6

18:30-19:50

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Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

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R10 435

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DUR - BKK

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8:30-13:45

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Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

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19:00-17:15

2 stops27h 15m

R12 552

Cape TownBangkok

CPT - DMK

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Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/10

7:00-11:10

2 stops23h 10m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 17/10

23:50-16:40

1 stop21h 50m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Bangkok?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Bangkok. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R9 757. If you don’t want to visit Bangkok in September, then you should wait until November to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R9 906.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Bangkok?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Bangkok from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Bangkok for around R10 559 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Bangkok from South Africa for as low as R10 171 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Bangkok?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Bangkok are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Bangkok?
There are 9 operators available for flights from South Africa to Bangkok as of April 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Bangkok?
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 from South Africa to Bangkok.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Bangkok?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Bangkok 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 Bangkok. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R5 639	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 004 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R7 884	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 502 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R8 954	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 295 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 962	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 434 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R9 586	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 560 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 688	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R10 242	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 303 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Air China	PriceFrom R12 255	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 148 reviews	Search Air China flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 070	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 325 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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