Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Suvarnabhumi Airport is located in Bangkok. Operating on the UTC+2 timezone, Johannesburg is 5 hours behind Bangkok.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from BKK to Johannesburg.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from BKK to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
You can enter South Africa for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Thailand. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Johannesburg, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.
BKK is about 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Have an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BKK:
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Johannesburg
R 6,525 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Johannesburg. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 11,871. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BKK to Johannesburg. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Johannesburg across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to the centre of Johannesburg takes about 29 minutes by car. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Johannesburg, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. After your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 51 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
There are some great places to drop your things at near HLA. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from BKK to Johannesburg at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Johannesburg
July is the most popular month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Johannesburg. To escape the crowds, head for Johannesburg in February when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Johannesburg for January to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap flights from BKK to Johannesburg sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
Start your Johannesburg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Johannesburg, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are essential stops on your Johannesburg itinerary.
Complete your Johannesburg trip with a car rental
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