How long is the flight from Thailand to South Africa?

On average, it takes 16h to fly from Thailand to South Africa if you fly out of Phuket City (the most popular airport in Thailand) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Bangkok and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 19h.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Thailand according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Malaysia Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Thailand to South Africa

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

Prices for flights from Thailand to South Africa refresh daily.

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

As of May 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Thailand to South Africa.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Thailand to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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21:20 - 8:20

HKT

JNB

16h 00m

1 stop

9:50 - 7:35

JNB

HKT

16h 45m

1 stop

R11 438Etihad Airways

Wed, Jun 17 - Wed, Jun 24

2:25 - 8:20

HKT

JNB

34h 55m

1 stop

9:50 - 23:40

JNB

HKT

32h 50m

1 stop

R12 144Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Sat, Sep 19

21:00 - 10:30

HKT

JNB

18h 30m

1 stop

20:55 - 18:50

JNB

HKT

16h 55m

1 stop

R13 114Qatar Airways

Mon, Jun 1 - Mon, Jun 29

21:00 - 8:20

BKK

JNB

16h 20m

1 stop

12:40 - 6:20

JNB

BKK

36h 40m

1 stop

R13 245Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jun 14 - Mon, Jun 29

21:00 - 10:30

HKT

JNB

18h 30m

1 stop

12:40 - 14:15

JNB

HKT

20h 35m

1 stop

R13 525Qatar Airways

Wed, May 20 - Sat, May 23

20:45 - 8:20

BKK

JNB

16h 35m

1 stop

20:55 - 19:05

JNB

BKK

17h 10m

1 stop

R14 199Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 15

23:50 - 16:15

DMK

JNB

21h 25m

1 stop

18:50 - 20:15

JNB

DMK

20h 25m

1 stop

R19 227Emirates

Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Feb 24

23:50 - 20:35

DMK

JNB

25h 45m

1 stop

13:30 - 11:10

JNB

DMK

16h 40m

1 stop

R19 277Emirates

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 15

19:25 - 7:55

CNX

JNB

17h 30m

1 stop

11:10 - 18:40

JNB

CNX

26h 30m

1 stop

R22 317Cathay Pacific

Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12

19:25 - 7:55

CNX

JNB

17h 30m

1 stop

11:10 - 18:40

JNB

CNX

26h 30m

1 stop

R23 401Cathay Pacific

Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12

Etihad Airways flights from Thailand to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Jun 17

HKT21:20Phuket City

16h 00m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 24

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 45m

1 stop

HKT7:35Phuket City

R11 438

Etihad Airways

Sept 14

HKT2:25Phuket City

34h 55m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 19

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 50m

1 stop

HKT23:40Phuket City

R12 144

Etihad Airways

Sept 15

HKT21:20Phuket City

16h 00m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 19

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 15m

1 stop

HKT12:05Phuket City

R12 161

Emirates flights from Thailand to South Africa

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Emirates

Aug 26

DMK23:50Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

21h 25m

1 stop

JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 24

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 25m

1 stop

DMK20:15Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

R19 227

Emirates

Aug 18

DMK23:50Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

25h 45m

1 stop

JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 15

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 40m

1 stop

DMK11:10Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

R19 277

Emirates

Sept 7

DMK23:50Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

21h 25m

1 stop

JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 11

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 55m

1 stop

DMK11:25Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

R19 441

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Wed 17/6

21:20-8:20

1 stop16h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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9:50-7:35

1 stop16h 45m

R11 438

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HKT - JNB

HKTJNB

Phuket City

Mon 14/9

2:25-8:20

1 stop34h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

9:50-23:40

1 stop32h 50m

R12 144

Phuket CityJohannesburg

HKT - JNB

HKTJNB

Phuket City

Mon 1/6

21:00-10:30

1 stop18h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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20:55-18:50

1 stop16h 55m

R13 114

BangkokJohannesburg

BKK - JNB

BKKJNB

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sun 14/6

21:00-8:20

1 stop16h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

12:40-6:20

1 stop36h 40m

R13 245

Phuket CityJohannesburg

HKT - JNB

HKTJNB

Phuket City

Wed 20/5

21:00-10:30

1 stop18h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

12:40-14:15

1 stop20h 35m

R13 525

BangkokJohannesburg

BKK - JNB

BKKJNB

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 18/8

20:45-8:20

1 stop16h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

20:55-19:05

1 stop17h 10m

R14 199

BangkokJohannesburg

DMK - JNB

DMKJNB

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Wed 26/8

23:50-16:15

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/2

18:50-20:15

1 stop20h 25m

R19 227

BangkokJohannesburg

DMK - JNB

DMKJNB

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Tue 18/8

23:50-20:35

1 stop25h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

13:30-11:10

1 stop16h 40m

R19 277

Chiang MaiJohannesburg

CNX - JNB

CNXJNB

Chiang Mai

Wed 9/9

19:25-7:55

1 stop17h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

11:10-18:40

1 stop26h 30m

R22 317

Chiang MaiJohannesburg

CNX - JNB

CNXJNB

Chiang Mai

Wed 9/9

19:25-7:55

1 stop17h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

11:10-18:40

1 stop26h 30m

R23 401

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Thailand is in June. Flight prices, which tend to average around R5 456, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in June, then you should wait until July to fly from Thailand, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R5 505.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Thailand when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R12 135 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Thailand for as low as R11 553 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Thailand to South Africa takes 16h 35m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Thailand to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Thailand to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Thailand to South Africa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Thailand to South Africa?
As of May 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Thailand to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Thailand to South Africa?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Thailand to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Thailand to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R7 036	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 305 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 346	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 000 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R9 802	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 434 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R10 315	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 318 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R12 048	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 728 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R15 708	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 572 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Thailand to South Africa flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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