Flying from Johannesburg to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) taking off from here.
Bangkok is 5 hours ahead of Johannesburg. Suvarnabhumi Airport is located in Bangkok, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Your flight from Johannesburg to BKK won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from Johannesburg to BKK that includes a stopover. To see your options departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between JNB and BKK include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
From the centre of Johannesburg, JNB is approximately 29 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want a convenient hotel near O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Suvarnabhumi Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
About Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
If you have a late flight from Johannesburg to Suvarnabhumi Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near BKK:
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport to central Bangkok is around 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes around 1 hour and 6 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
For a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Suvarnabhumi Airport, P21,251 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from P30,453. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Johannesburg to BKK if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Suvarnabhumi Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices go down. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from Johannesburg to BKK.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Johannesburg to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Enter your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
July is the most popular month for flights from Johannesburg to Suvarnabhumi Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Bangkok in April when things are quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Bangkok. The warmest month is April. Book your flights from Johannesburg to BKK sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 37ºC.
Travel in December if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 19ºC and 33ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Johannesburg to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Johannesburg to Suvarnabhumi Airport, think about where you'll 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 top attractions to put on your Bangkok must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Wat Phra Kaew.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
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