Bangkok--11 May--Thai Airways
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited has resumed direct flights to Johannesburg, South Africa. Beginning 2 June 2010, THAI will operate flights from Bangkok to Johannesburg and from Johannesburg to Bangkok.
Mr. Piyasvasti Amranand, THAI’s President, said that as part of the airline’s network expansion to increase connectivity of its intercontinental and regional flights, THAI is re-launching its flights on the Bangkok-Johannesburg route, effective 2 June 2010. By re-introducing flights to and from this destination, THAI’s routenet now serves five continents: Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, and Africa. In addition to serving an increasing number of passengers, THAI also aims to serve the air cargo market on the Bangkok-Johannesburg roundtrip route.
South Africa has a strong national economy, trade, and investment, with Johannesburg also the aviation center of and gateway to South Africa. This gateway will be an added convenience for passengers wishing to connect to other South African cities. As well, the re-introduction of service to Johannesburg takes place just in time for football fans to travel to South Africa and attend the World Cup 2010, organized during 11 June-11 July 2010.
Mr. Pruet Boobphakam, THAI’s Executive Vice President, Commercial Department, said THAI is offering special promotional fares for travel to Johannesburg in Royal Silk Class and Economy Class, as well as special deals for passengers traveling in groups in Royal Silk Class. Royal Orchid Plus members traveling roundtrip to Johannesburg will earn special mileage accumulation. There are also many Royal Orchid Holidays package tours to choose from to explore this South African destination.
Mr. Boobphakam further stated that THAI is operating four flights per week on the Bangkok-Johannesburg route v.v. on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, with a flight time of 11 hours, utilizing the Boeing 777-200ER aircraft with 292 seats, configured into 30 seats in Royal Silk Class and 262 seats in Economy Class.
Flight TG703 is the Bangkok to Johannesburg route, departing Bangkok at 01.15 hrs, and arriving in Johannesburg at 07.30 hrs on the same day. The return flight is TG704 from Johannesburg to Bangkok, departing Johannesburg at 13.40 hrs, and arriving in Bangkok at 05.55 hrs on the following day.
THAI is pleased to introduce the following promotional offers to passengers on the occasion of its re-launch to Johannesburg, as follows:
Promotional Fare to Bangkok-Johannesburg v.v.
Travel roundtrip in Royal Silk Class at prices starting from THB 80,640 (excluding airport tax and other surcharges), with Royal Orchid Plus frequent flyer mileage accumulation.
Travel in Economy Class, departing from Bangkok on Mondays and Thursdays, at prices starting from THB 21,500 (excluding airport tax and other surcharges), but with no Royal Orchid Plus frequent flyer mileage accumulation.
Travel in Economy Class, departing from Bangkok on Fridays and Saturdays, at prices starting from THB 23,650 (excluding airport tax and other surcharges), but with no Royal Orchid Plus frequent flyer mileage accumulation.
“Fly Together to Johannesburg” Promotion
For two or more passengers traveling together in Royal Silk Class, THAI is offering the promotional fare starting from THB 76,340 per passenger (excluding airport tax and other surcharges), with Royal Orchid Plus frequent flyer mileage accumulation.
For groups of five or more passengers traveling in Royal Silk Class, THAI is offering the promotional fare starting from THB 70,965 per passenger (excluding airport tax and other surcharges), with Royal Orchid Plus frequent flyer mileage accumulation.
Reservations may be made and tickets issued at all THAI offices and travel agents throughout Thailand, from today, 11 May — 31 August 2010. Travel may be conducted from 2 June 2010 through to 31 August 2010.
Royal Orchid Plus Members
Passengers who are members of Royal Orchid Plus may receive special mileage accumulation when they travel on THAI’s flight on the roundtrip from Bangkok-Johannesburg during the period 1 June — 31 August 2010. Passengers traveling in Royal Silk Class will receive 2,000 miles per flight and those traveling in Economy Class will receive 1,000 miles per flight (except for special promotional fares).
Royal Orchid Plus members will also receive a 25% discount towards redeeming award tickets for travel on that route on all classes of travel, for travel conducted during the period 2 June — 31 August 2010.
All Royal Orchid Plus promotional offers exclude travel during the World Cup period from 11 June — 11 July 2010.
Royal Orchid Holidays Package Tours
THAI’s “South African Delight” package tour, for 8 days and 7 nights, takes passengers to Johannesburg and South African tourist sights such as Sun City, Pretoria, Cape Town, and the Cape of Good Hope. Passengers may opt for the “Game Drive,” which includes a safari tour and is highly popular amongst tourists traveling to Africa.
Those interested in THAI’s Royal Orchid Holidays package tours to Johannesburg may obtain more information by calling Tel. (66-2) 288-7152-3, 628-2456-7 (Monday-Friday 08.00-17.00 hrs, but closed on public holidays), Fax. (66-2) 288-7158, E-mail:
[email protected] or contact Eurng Luang travel agents throughout Thailand or on www.thaiairways.com.
The Republic of South Africa is located at the southern tip of Africa, with a 2,798 kilometers coastline on the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. To the north lies Nambia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe; to the east are Mozambique and Swaziland. It is 2.5 the size of Thailand. South Africa has three capital cities: Cape Town is the legislative capital, Pretoria is the administrative capital, and Bloemfontein is the judicial capital. Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa; it is considered the aviation and economic center. Cape Town is the second-most populous city in South Africa, famous for its harbor as well as its natural setting, flora and fauna, as Africa’s most popular tourist destination.
South Africa, a republic, is a nation of about 50 million people of diverse origins, cultures, languages, and religions. There are 11 official languages spoken in South Africa, including Afrikaans and English, which are of European origin. South Africa is popular for adventure, natural beauty, world-class facilities, diverse experiences, wildlife, and much more.
For more information and reservations, contact the THAI Contact Center at Tel. (66-2) 356-1111, www.thaiairways.com, any THAI office, or travel agent.