How long is the flight from Thailand to South Africa?

On average, it takes 15h 17m to fly from Thailand to South Africa if you fly out of Bangkok (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 Chiang Mai and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 17h 15m.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Cathay Pacific, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Thailand according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 42% 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, Kenya Airways, and Qatar Airways 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 November 2025, 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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9:25 - 8:20BKK-JNB

27h 55m1 stop

9:50 - 6:30JNB-BKK

15h 40m1 stop

R11 492Etihad Airways

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Sat, Jan 31 - Mon, Jun 1

2:55 - 8:20BKK-JNB

34h 25m1 stop

9:50 - 23:20JNB-BKK

32h 30m1 stop

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Sat, Feb 7 - Wed, Feb 11

1:35 - 13:05BKK-JNB

16h 30m1 stop

14:30 - 12:30JNB-BKK

17h 00m1 stop

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Tue, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 23

3:00 - 15:35BKK-JNB

17h 35m1 stop

13:45 - 19:25JNB-BKK

24h 40m1 stop

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Mon, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 21

8:15 - 3:55BKK-JNB

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13:45 - 19:25JNB-BKK

24h 40m1 stop

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19:25 - 7:40CNX-JNB

17h 15m1 stop

11:20 - 9:45JNB-CNX

17h 25m1 stop

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11:20 - 9:45JNB-CNX

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1:35 - 13:45BKK-CPT

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14:35 - 12:30CPT-BKK

16h 55m1 stop

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20:45 - 17:10BKK-DUR

25h 25m1 stop

18:40 - 13:00DUR-BKK

37h 20m1 stop

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2:00 - 17:10BKK-DUR

20h 10m1 stop

19:10 - 12:05DUR-BKK

35h 55m1 stop

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Etihad Airways flights from Thailand to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Jan 31

BKK9:25Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

27h 55m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 1

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 40m

1 stop

BKK6:30Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

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Feb 7

BKK2:55Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

34h 25m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 11

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 30m

1 stop

BKK23:20Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

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Nov 18

BKK8:55Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

28h 25m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 21

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 10m

1 stop

BKK18:00Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

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Kenya Airways flights from Thailand to South Africa

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Kenya Airways

Feb 7

BKK1:00Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

19h 50m

1 stop

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 10

JNB1:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 55m

1 stop

BKK13:30Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

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Feb 7

BKK1:00Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

28h 25m

1 stop

JNB0:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 10

JNB1:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 55m

1 stop

BKK13:30Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

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Mar 12

BKK1:00Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

26h 30m

2 stops

DUR22:30Durban King Shaka Intl

Apr 2

DUR9:10Durban King Shaka Intl

47h 20m

2 stops

BKK13:30Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

R16 724

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9:25-8:20

1 stop27h 55m

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Mon 1/6

9:50-6:30

1 stop15h 40m

R11 492

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BKK - JNB

BKKJNB

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sat 7/2

2:55-8:20

1 stop34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

9:50-23:20

1 stop32h 30m

R11 771

BangkokJohannesburg

BKK - JNB

BKKJNB

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 18/11

1:35-13:05

1 stop16h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

14:30-12:30

1 stop17h 00m

R12 103

BangkokJohannesburg

BKK - JNB

BKKJNB

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

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3:00-15:35

1 stop17h 35m

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13:45-19:25

1 stop24h 40m

R12 626

BangkokJohannesburg

BKK - JNB

BKKJNB

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 16/2

8:15-3:55

1 stop24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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13:45-19:25

1 stop24h 40m

R13 166

Chiang MaiJohannesburg

CNX - JNB

CNXJNB

Chiang Mai

Fri 17/4

19:25-7:40

1 stop17h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

11:20-9:45

1 stop17h 25m

R16 358

Chiang MaiJohannesburg

CNX - JNB

CNXJNB

Chiang Mai

Fri 17/4

19:25-7:40

1 stop17h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

11:20-9:45

1 stop17h 25m

R16 515

BangkokCape Town

BKK - CPT

BKKCPT

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sun 16/11

1:35-13:45

1 stop17h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/12

14:35-12:30

1 stop16h 55m

R16 515

BangkokDurban

BKK - DUR

BKKDUR

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 13/3

20:45-17:10

1 stop25h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 2/4

18:40-13:00

1 stop37h 20m

R20 648

BangkokDurban

BKK - DUR

BKKDUR

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sat 7/2

2:00-17:10

1 stop20h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 11/2

19:10-12:05

1 stop35h 55m

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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 May. Flight prices, which tend to average around R11 858, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in May, then you should wait until June to fly from Thailand, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R12 260.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Friday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Thailand. The lowest ticket price found for a Friday departure recently was R13 040. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Thailand to South Africa on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around R15 336. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Flying to South Africa from Thailand in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R13 909 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the morning when prices are around R14 514.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 R13 772 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 R12 382 on momondo.

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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 November 2025, 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 467	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 286 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R10 401	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 285 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R10 970	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 052 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R11 006	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 886 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 863	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 401 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R12 876	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 660 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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

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