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R5 876+ Cheap flights to Thailand

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— BKK
Apr 30 — May 71
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Flights to Thailand in 2025

Find the latest flights to Thailand in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

Return from

R11 695

One-way from

R5 876

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R14 454
8/6-15/6
  • 8/6-15/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Phuket City
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Thailand
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R33 069 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 271 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in April 2025

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Wed 14/520:25JNB - BKK
1 stop17h 55mQatar Airways
Fri 30/58:40BKK - JNB
1 stop36h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/4R10 944
Sun 11/59:50JNB - BKK
1 stop16h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 19/52:55BKK - JNB
1 stop34h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/4R10 981
Mon 4/819:50JNB - BKK
1 stop19h 10mSingapore Airlines
Mon 11/820:10BKK - JNB
1 stop15h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/4R11 075
Tue 6/511:20JNB - BKK
1 stop24h 10mCathay Pacific
Thu 15/517:30BKK - JNB
1 stop19h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/4R11 150
Thu 8/58:20JNB - BKK
1 stop22h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 16/50:55BKK - JNB
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/4R11 582
Sun 8/69:50JNB - HKT
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/67:30HKT - JNB
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R11 695

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

20:25-19:20

1 stop17h 55m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 30/5

8:40-16:10

1 stop36h 30m

R10 944

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/5

9:50-7:00

1 stop16h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 19/5

2:55-8:20

1 stop34h 25m

R10 981

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/8

19:50-20:00

1 stop19h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 11/8

20:10-6:10

1 stop15h 00m

R11 075

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

11:20-16:30

1 stop24h 10m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Thu 15/5

17:30-7:40

1 stop19h 10m

R11 150

JohannesburgBangkok

JNB - BKK

JNBBKK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

8:20-12:00

1 stop22h 40m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Fri 16/5

0:55-13:05

1 stop17h 10m

R11 582

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/6

9:50-22:35

2 stops31h 45m

Phuket City

Sun 15/6

7:30-8:20

2 stops29h 50m

R11 695

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/8

19:50-19:35

1 stop18h 45m

Phuket City

Wed 3/9

9:55-18:35

1 stop13h 40m

R11 751

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/5

9:50-12:10

2 stops45h 20m

Phuket City

Fri 9/5

21:55-8:20

2 stops39h 25m

R11 807

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

20:25-18:50

1 stop17h 25m

Phuket City

Mon 26/5

9:20-16:10

1 stop35h 50m

R12 446

JohannesburgPhuket City

JNB - HKT

JNBHKT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/9

11:20-10:50

1 stop18h 30m

Phuket City

Fri 26/9

11:50-7:40

1 stop24h 50m

R12 727

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Best time to book a flight to Thailand

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Thailand

How long is the flight to Thailand?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Thailand takes 17 hours 49 minutes. Flights to Thailand from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Thailand?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Thailand. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Thailand should consider flying on Tuesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Thailand?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Thailand are Etihad Airways, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific.

Rainfall in Thailand by month

Plan your trip to Thailand by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Thailand ranges from 30.0 - 410.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 410.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Thailand when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Thailand by month

Plan your trip to Thailand by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Thailand, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Thailand?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Thailand in the last few years. This data was updated on 25 April 2025.
The most popular places in Thailand to fly to are Phuket City, Bangkok and Ko Samui.

Reviews of airlines servicing Thailand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Thailand. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Thailand. Reviews last updated 25 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Cathay Pacific to Thailand to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

FAQs about flying to Thailand

What is good to know if travelling to Thailand?

  • Thailand’s capital mixes the old with the new while maintaining its position as a modern, international city. Bangkok is perfectly attuned with its modern skyscrapers, ancient palaces and temples, and infamous nightlife. A shopper’s paradise, there’s the famed Chatuchak Weekend Market and shops with everything from handcrafts to luxury items. And the excellent cuisine is a result of Bangkok’s rich ethnic history.
  • The cultures and ethnic groups in Chiang Mai reflect Thailand’s diversity: skyscrapers surrounding the Old City, monks chanting, hill tribes selling their wares, carved teak houses, modern markets, and condominiums. This is the place to shop for high-quality handcrafts, fine antiques, huge Buddhas, and even furniture. The nightlife is equally diverse, offering the Night Bazaar, discos, lounges, and small bars.
  • Phuket (pronounced “Poo-ket”) is Thailand’s largest and most popular island. The topology alone is fascinating: rocky peninsulas, limestone cliffs, tropical forests, tranquil bays, and white-sand beaches. There’s a beach for every budget, from luxury resorts to bungalows, and Phuket is well-known for its fine seafood. The Patong nightlife is wild and has something for all tastes and inclinations.
  • Ko Samui is an international resort with the attendant comforts, nightlife, and crowds. Most visitors come to have fun and the island offers plenty of it: basking on the beaches, trekking in the hills and forests, scuba diving, parasailing, Thai boxing, sightseeing, or watching working monkeys on coconut plantations. The nightlife reverberates with discos, open-air bars, and dance parties.
  • Near Samui, Ko Pha-ngan is famous for its monthly full-moon beach party—a free party hosted by DJs. The morning after you can recuperate in a herbal sauna and relax on the beach. Popular with international travelers, Pha-ngan offers a full complement of activities from sightseeing to jungle trekking. For a more peaceful vacation, the island also has laid-back resorts.
  • Can I find cheaper flights to Thailand if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Thailand on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Thailand?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Etihad Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Thailand.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Thailand?

    Bangkok Suvarnabhumi is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Thailand. One-way flights to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi typically cost R166, while return flights cost around R199.

  • How much is a return flight to Thailand?

    A return flight to Thailand will typically cost around R67, however they can be found for as little as R11.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Thailand depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Thailand, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 20 minutes).

  • Does Bangkok Suvarnabhumi have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi?

    Yes. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Louis Tavern Dayrooms At Suvarnabhumi Airport is the closest property to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (0,0 km away from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi).

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