Fly from Johannesburg to Bangkok with Etihad Airways
Book flights from Johannesburg to Bangkok with Etihad Airways and be transported from South Africa’s largest city to Thailand’s colourful capital.
As a visitor to the City of Angels, you can shop and browse megamalls that sit alongside 200-year-old homes. You can also dine at restaurants on top of skyscrapers or visit gold-spired temples and sample delicacies from street vendors. It’s no wonder it’s known as a city of contrasts.
Flying from Johannesburg to Bangkok: FAQs
What food is Bangkok known for?
Visitors will discover that Thai dishes are known for packing plenty of flavour. Som Tum (a papaya salad) is a mouth-watering combination of sweet, sour and salty, while Tom Yum Goong is a delicious hot and sour prawn soup. Pad Thai (fried noodles), massaman curry and Khao Niew Mamuang (mango with sticky rice) are also dishes that simply have to be sampled.
Is Bangkok easy to get around?
A sprawling city with so much to explore, there are plenty of options when it comes to transport. Tuk Tuks (motorised rickshaws) are popular for short journeys, while taxis are readily available. The BTS Skytrain covers almost all of the central city, with the Bangkok MRT covering the northern section. Canal boats are a great way to explore attractions slightly further afield.
Top tips for Johannesburg to Bangkok
Marvel at Wat Pho temple
To learn about Johannesburg’s history you visit Constitution Hill, to explore Bangkok’s past you explore Wat Pho. Home to the largest collection of Buddha images in Thailand and the city’s largest reclining Buddha, this stunning temple is thought to have been founded in the 16th century. Covering eight hectares, you’ll also find impressive murals, granite statues and ancient inscriptions.
Relax in Lumpini Park
Just as Zoo Lake provides a serene break from Johannesburg’s bustling city centre, Lumpini Park allows visitors to Bangkok to kick back and enjoy plenty of wide-open green spaces. Stretching across 58 hectares, there are walking paths, wooded areas and an artificial lake complete with paddle boats. Visit early in the day when the weather is cooler and relax while watching residents practise tai chi.