Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is five hours behind Bangkok.
Your BKK to CPT flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Cape Town International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BKK and CPT include:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Currently, $648 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,250. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BKK to CPT if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Cape Town International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from BKK to CPT.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Cape Town International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Suvarnabhumi Airport, data shows 67.87% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Bangkok to Suvarnabhumi Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near BKK. Whether you're catching an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Cape Town International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're landing on a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near CPT:
Pick up a Cape Town International Airport rental car and discover Cape Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are leading providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Cape Town International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport to the centre of Cape Town has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you want to go to Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BKK to CPT in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Paarl is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
Around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town, Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa. Start your sightseeing at Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.