What are the most popular cities to visit in Thailand?

Some of the world’s most well-travelled cities are in Thailand. The most popular city to travel to in Thailand is Bangkok, which momondo users choose as their landing destination 62% more often than other cities. The next most popular cities in Thailand are Phuket City and Ko Samui.

How long is the flight from South Africa to Thailand?

The flight from South Africa to Thailand depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo (a popular airport in South Africa) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (the most popular airport in Thailand), then the flight time is 15h 45m on average. If you fly from Cape Town Intl (another popular airport in South Africa) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, then the average flight time is 17h 25m.

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Flights to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

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Etihad Airways

Nov 16

JNB

15h 45m

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BKK

Nov 17

BKK

16h 30m

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R9 984

Etihad Airways

Sept 16

JNB

27h 25m

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BKK

Sept 22

BKK

19h 45m

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R10 034

Qatar Airways

Sept 7

JNB

17h 30m

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Sept 14

BKK

18h 10m

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R10 051

Emirates

Aug 25

JNB

16h 55m

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BKK

Sept 8

BKK

23h 40m

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JNB

R10 068

Emirates

Aug 26

JNB

24h 55m

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BKK

Sept 1

BKK

18h 25m

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R10 085

Etihad Airways

Nov 2

JNB

20h 55m

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BKK

Nov 30

BKK

28h 50m

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JNB

R10 102

Etihad Airways

Dec 1

JNB

27h 10m

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Dec 14

BKK

16h 30m

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JNB

R10 119

Qatar Airways

Oct 4

JNB

17h 50m

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Oct 20

BKK

28h 55m

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JNB

R10 135

Singapore Airlines

Oct 14

JNB

33h 35m

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Oct 22

BKK

36h 05m

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R10 152

Etihad Airways

Dec 2

JNB

27h 10m

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Dec 14

BKK

16h 30m

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JNB

R10 203

Qatar Airways

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JNB

18h 20m

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Sept 14

BKK

23h 45m

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R10 219

Etihad Airways

Nov 30

JNB

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Dec 14

BKK

16h 30m

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R10 253

Flights to Phuket City

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Multiple Airlines

Sept 2

JNB

15h 55m

1 stop

HKT

Sept 8

HKT

24h 25m

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JNB

R11 043

Cathay Pacific

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JNB

18h 40m

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HKT

Aug 19

HKT

25h 05m

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Etihad Airways

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JNB

15h 55m

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HKT

Sept 28

HKT

42h 10m

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JNB

R11 077

Etihad Airways

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JNB

27h 05m

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Dec 8

HKT

28h 15m

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JNB

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Aug 24

HKT

25h 05m

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Cathay Pacific

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Sept 14

HKT

18h 35m

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Cathay Pacific

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JNB

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HKT

24h 55m

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Etihad Airways

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JNB

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HKT

34h 40m

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Etihad Airways

Sept 2

JNB

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Cathay Pacific

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JNB

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HKT

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Emirates

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JNB

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HKT

29h 40m

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Qatar Airways

Sept 6

JNB

23h 45m

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Sept 13

HKT

23h 40m

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JNB

R11 346

Flights to Ko Samui

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Emirates

Sept 4

JNB

23h 30m

2 stops

USM

Sept 23

USM

30h 45m

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JNB

R15 514

Emirates

Sept 4

JNB

23h 30m

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USM

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USM

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JNB

R15 531

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Sept 4

JNB

22h 25m

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USM

26h 15m

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Sept 20

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Sept 12

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Sept 12

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26h 55m

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Sept 26

USM

31h 40m

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R16 018

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USM

31h 40m

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R16 119

Multiple Airlines

Sept 23

JNB

21h 35m

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USM

22h 20m

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R16 136

Emirates

Sept 17

JNB

26h 55m

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USM

27h 20m

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R16 237

Flights to Krabi

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Etihad Airways

Jan 23

JNB

27h 15m

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Feb 6

KBV

16h 40m

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JNB

R11 312

Etihad Airways

Jan 23

JNB

27h 15m

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Feb 6

KBV

16h 40m

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R11 329

Multiple Airlines

Jan 23

JNB

15h 30m

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Feb 6

KBV

20h 50m

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R12 287

Multiple Airlines

Jan 23

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Sept 19

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KBV

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JNB

BKK

15h 45m

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20:50 - 8:20

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16h 30m

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Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 17

20:55 - 19:25

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R10 051Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14

10:05 - 8:00

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R10 068Emirates

Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 8

9:50 - 11:45

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20h 55m

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R10 102Etihad Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 30

20:25 - 11:00

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33h 35m

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12:15 - 19:20

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R10 152Singapore Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Thu, Oct 22

13:30 - 11:25

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R10 606Emirates

Thu, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 9

9:45 - 6:40

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12:55 - 8:20

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R11 043Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 8

11:10 - 10:50

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R11 060Cathay Pacific

Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19

11:10 - 10:50

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HKT

18h 40m

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11:50 - 7:55

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JNB

25h 05m

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R11 161Cathay Pacific

Tue, Aug 18 - Mon, Aug 24

19:30 - 23:35

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23h 05m

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14:00 - 17:25

DMK

CPT

32h 25m

2 stops

R13 682Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 24

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Mon 16/11

9:50-6:35

1 stop15h 45m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 17/11

20:50-8:20

1 stop16h 30m

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JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:55-19:25

1 stop17h 30m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 14/9

20:00-9:10

1 stop18h 10m

R10 051

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

10:05-8:00

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 8/9

21:35-16:15

1 stop23h 40m

R10 068

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

9:50-11:45

1 stop20h 55m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 30/11

8:30-8:20

1 stop28h 50m

R10 102

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/10

20:25-11:00

1 stop33h 35m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Thu 22/10

12:15-19:20

1 stop36h 05m

R10 152

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - DMK

JNBDMK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/8

13:30-11:25

1 stop16h 55m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Wed 9/9

23:55-16:15

1 stop21h 20m

R10 606

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

9:45-6:40

1 stop15h 55m

Phuket City

Tue 8/9

12:55-8:20

2 stops24h 25m

R11 043

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

11:10-10:50

1 stop18h 40m

Phuket City

Wed 19/8

11:50-7:55

1 stop25h 05m

R11 060

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

11:10-10:50

1 stop18h 40m

Phuket City

Mon 24/8

11:50-7:55

1 stop25h 05m

R11 161

Cape TownBangkok

CPT - DMK

CPTDMK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/10

19:30-23:35

2 stops23h 05m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sat 24/10

14:00-17:25

2 stops32h 25m

R13 682

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Which airlines fly to Thailand?

Emirates, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Thailand from South Africa according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Thailand. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Thailand on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about Thailand flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R5 227
Best Round-Trip Price	R9 984
Fastest flight time	16h 55m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Thailand from South Africa in the last 5 days is R5 227 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi).

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The best return flight price to Thailand from South Africa in the last 5 days is R9 984 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi).

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The fastest flight to Thailand from South Africa takes 16h 55m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bangkok Don Mueang Intl).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Thailand, with a 7% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Thailand

What popular landmarks are in Thailand?

Pratunam is the most popular place of interest in Thailand. Many travellers make it a point to stop there while travelling to Thailand. Other popular landmarks and places of interest in Thailand would be Lamai Beach, Bophut Beach, or Thailand Cultural Center.

What is the best airport to land at to visit Pratunam?

Flying into Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport is typically the best way to visit Pratunam, since it is the closest airport to the area.

What is the cheapest flight to Thailand?

If you are looking to fly to Thailand for less, look to airlines like Thai Vietjet Air, Thai Lion Air, and Nok Air, with prices starting at R563, R744, and R750 respectively.

Which airlines fly to Thailand?

Emirates, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Thailand according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Thailand. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Thailand on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most popular airport in Thailand to fly to?

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi is the most popular airport in Thailand to fly to at the moment. Out of all our users who flew to Thailand in the past year, 68% of them chose to fly into Bangkok’s Bangkok Suvarnabhumi airport. Keep in mind that there may be other airports within Thailand that are also a great option to fly to.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Thailand?

Prices for flights to Thailand refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Thailand?

The number of operators available for flights to Thailand is 23 as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly to Thailand?

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 to Thailand.

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

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

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Thailand?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight to Thailand. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights to Thailand with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Thailand on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to Thailand?

Once you have performed a search for flights to Thailand, momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Thailand right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are simply researching potential flights to Thailand, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Thailand and alert you when they change.