How to get fromDurban to Bangkokby plane, taxi, or bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Durban to Bangkok by plane, taxi, or bus

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Fly King Shaka International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport
best
1. Fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane DUR - BKK
21h 22m
฿13,470–38,518
Bus to Pietermaritzburg, fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger Stbus
2. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane PZB - BKK
20h 18m
฿13,273–90,998
Taxi to Richards Bay, fly to Don Mueang International Airport
1. Take the taxi from Durban to Richards Bay (RCB)taxi
2. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane RCB - DMK
19h 36m
฿22,518–52,976
Fly King Shaka International Airport to Don Mueang International Airport
1. Fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane DUR - DMK
20h 2m
฿16,410–47,458
Bus to Pietermaritzburg, fly to Don Mueang International Airport
1. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger Stbus
2. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane PZB - DMK
20h 37m
฿24,213–60,938

King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) flights

18Weekly Planes

18h 55mAverage Duration

฿11,833Cheapest Price

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Distance: 8,939.5 km
Duration: 21h 22m

What companies run services between Durban, South Africa and Bangkok, Thailand?

Emirates, Qatar Airways, and two other airlines fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) 3 times a day.

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Bangkok(opens in a new window), Thailand(opens in a new window)

Thailand’s bustling capital is filled with historic monuments, ancient temples, great shopping and a fascinating culture. Pick up some fresh produce at the famous floating markets, explore the many wats (temples) that pepper the city, and kick back at a local cabaret show. Visit the majestic Grand Palace or the giant reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, stroll through colourful Chinatown, and explore the city’s many canals. Test your bargaining skills at Chatuchak Weekend Market, experience a traditional muay thai kickboxing match and soak up the heady energy of Khao San Road.

Things to do in Bangkok

Siam Amazing Park(Opens in a new window)

Siam Amazing Park, more commonly known as Siam Park City or Suansiam, is an amusement and water park located in the Khan Na Yao district of Bangkok, Thailand. It was founded in November 1980 and remains the oldest amusement and water park complex in Southeast Asia. Located near Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport, it contains attractions such as Southeast Asia's first suspended looping coaster with five inversions, a large wave pool and seven-story slides.

Happy Land(Opens in a new window)

Happy Land was an amusement park in Thailand. It was located in Khwaeng Khlong Chan, Bang Kapi District, Bangkok, on Nawamin Road (or Sukha Phiban 1 Road). It has been closed since 1977, and the area is now occupied by residential houses. Some of its rides were sold to Siam Park City.

Siam Park City Railway(Opens in a new window)

Siam Amazing Park Railway is a former miniature railway at Siam Park City in Bangkok.

Places to stay in Bangkok

Chillax Heritage Hotel Khaosan(Opens in a new window)

8.8Fabulous

Villa De Khaosan by Chillax(Opens in a new window)

8.6Fabulous

Riva Surya Bangkok(Opens in a new window)

9.2Superb

Villa De Pranakorn(Opens in a new window)

8.7Fabulous

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