The flight distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) in Bangkok, Thailand to Ben Schoeman Airport (ELS) in East London, South Africa is 9,304 kilometers (5,781 miles / 5,023 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 234°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Thailand with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:27 in Bangkok, it's 19:27 in East London. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from East London (ELS) to Bangkok (BKK) follows a heading of 69° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Ben Schoeman Airport (ELS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.