Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Bangkok: what you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport is located in Johannesburg. Based in the UTC+7 timezone, Bangkok is 5 hours ahead of Johannesburg.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from JNB to Bangkok.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from JNB to Bangkok, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you have a passport from South Africa, you will need an embassy visa to enter Thailand. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bangkok for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
The journey from central Johannesburg to JNB takes around 1 hour and 12 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near JNB. Whether you've booked an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bangkok or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Bangkok
R 5,179 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bangkok. Return flights start at R 9,239. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JNB to Bangkok if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bangkok is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is approximately 32 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bangkok, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near BKK:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
The centre of Bangkok is located around 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Once your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bangkok has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
After your flight from JNB to Bangkok, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to DMK. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the most popular month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bangkok. To escape the crowds, travel to Bangkok in April when it's quieter.
Before you book a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bangkok, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 37ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from JNB to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC and 33ºC.
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bangkok, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bangkok:
Grand Palace and Wat Arun are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Bangkok to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Wat Phra Kaew.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Bangkok and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one place to find the ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bangkok.
