Travelling from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, making Johannesburg five hours behind Bangkok.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BKK to JNB flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Suvarnabhumi Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between BKK and JNB include:
Changi International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight is R 6,684. A round-trip fare right now is R 10,964. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BKK to JNB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.87% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Bangkok to Suvarnabhumi Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near BKK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
If you're coming in on a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion to explore Johannesburg and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
From O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The quietest month for a flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport for January if you'd like to explore Johannesburg during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BKK to JNB in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of South Africa just waiting to be discovered. About 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a visit to Soweto will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another favourite stop in South Africa. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.