How long is the flight from Seoul to South Africa?

On average, it takes 20h 20m to fly from Seoul to South Africa if you fly out of Incheon (the most popular airport in Seoul) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Seoul and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 29h.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Seoul according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Seoul to South Africa?

Etihad Airways, Singapore Airlines, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Seoul to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Seoul to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Seoul to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Seoul to South Africa?

There are 7 operators available for flights from Seoul to South Africa as of November 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Seoul to South Africa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Seoul to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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1:15 - 8:25ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 - 21:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

29h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R4 703Etihad Airways

Wed, Dec 23 - Sat, Jan 2

1:15 - 8:25ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 - 10:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

18h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R6 315Etihad Airways

Wed, Feb 3 - Fri, Feb 26

18:00 - 8:25ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13:45 - 17:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

20h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R12 514Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 20

0:10 - 13:30ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

8:20 - 16:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

24h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R14 323Ethiopian Air

Sat, Mar 13 - Wed, Mar 31

0:10 - 13:30ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

14:30 - 15:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

18h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R14 323Ethiopian Air

Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28

12:35 - 6:10ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi

13:40 - 9:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

37h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi

R14 389Singapore Airlines

Mon, Mar 8 - Sat, Mar 13

16:55 - 9:25ICN Incheon Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 30m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

10:40 - 15:40CPT Cape Town Intl-ICN Incheon Intl

22h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi

R15 129Singapore Airlines

Tue, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 23

10:40 - 12:05ICN Incheon Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 25m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 18:20CPT Cape Town Intl-ICN Incheon Intl

42h 05m1 stop Istanbul

R17 201Turkish Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7

0:20 - 15:35ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

13:45 - 17:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

20h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R17 398Qatar Airways

Tue, Mar 23 - Fri, Mar 26

0:20 - 15:35ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

13:45 - 17:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

20h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R17 497Qatar Airways

Tue, Dec 29 - Thu, Jan 28

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0:10 - 13:30ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

14:30 - 15:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

18h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R14 323Ethiopian Air

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18

0:10 - 13:30ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

8:20 - 15:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

24h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R14 323Ethiopian Air

Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 19

18:00 - 8:25ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 - 21:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

29h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R17 316Etihad Airways

Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17

18:00 - 8:25ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 - 21:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

29h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R17 365Etihad Airways

Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17

22:20 - 16:40ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

18:50 - 18:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

40h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

R18 237Emirates

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18

22:20 - 20:30ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl

10:10 - 16:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

23h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

R18 368Emirates

Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20

15:40 - 8:25ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 45m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 - 15:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

22h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Shanghai Pu Dong

R20 045China Eastern

Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17

15:40 - 8:25ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 45m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 - 11:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

43h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Shanghai Pu Dong

R20 144China Eastern

Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17

0:15 - 15:35ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

7:30 - 18:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

27h 40m2 stops Cape Town Intl Doha Hamad Intl

R20 226Qatar Airways

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18

0:15 - 15:15ICN Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

13:45 - 18:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl

45h 50m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Hong Kong Intl

R23 005Qatar Airways

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 28

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Etihad Airways flights from Seoul to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Dec 23

ICN1:15Incheon Intl

38h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 2

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 05m

1 stop

ICN21:55Incheon Intl

R4 703

Etihad Airways

Feb 3

ICN1:15Incheon Intl

38h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 26

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 00m

1 stop

ICN10:50Incheon Intl

R6 315

Etihad Airways

Nov 25

ICN18:00Incheon Intl

21h 25m

1 stop

JNB8:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 27

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 00m

1 stop

ICN10:50Incheon Intl

R14 422

Ethiopian Air flights from Seoul to South Africa

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Seoul to South Africa flight tickets

Ethiopian Air

Nov 21

ICN0:10Incheon Intl

20h 20m

1 stop

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 28

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 15m

1 stop

ICN15:45Incheon Intl

R14 323

Ethiopian Air

Nov 19

ICN0:10Incheon Intl

20h 20m

1 stop

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 25

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 25m

1 stop

ICN15:45Incheon Intl

R14 405

Ethiopian Air

Nov 21

ICN0:10Incheon Intl

20h 20m

1 stop

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 28

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 15m

1 stop

ICN15:45Incheon Intl

R14 471

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IncheonJohannesburg

ICN Incheon Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Wed 23/12

1:15-8:25

1 stop38h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/1

9:50-21:55

1 stop29h 05m

R4 703

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN Incheon Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Wed 3/2

1:15-8:25

1 stop38h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/2

9:50-10:50

1 stop18h 00m

R6 315

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN Incheon Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Wed 13/1

18:00-8:25

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/1

13:45-17:15

1 stop20h 30m

R12 514

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN Incheon Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Sat 13/3

0:10-13:30

1 stop20h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/3

8:20-16:00

1 stop24h 40m

R14 323

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IncheonJohannesburg

ICN Incheon Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Sat 21/11

0:10-13:30

1 stop20h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/11

14:30-15:45

1 stop18h 15m

R14 323

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN Incheon Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Mon 8/3

12:35-6:10

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/3

13:40-9:50

1 stop37h 10m

R14 389

IncheonCape Town

ICN Incheon Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Tue 9/2

16:55-9:25

2 stops23h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/2

10:40-15:40

2 stops22h 00m

R15 129

IncheonCape Town

ICN Incheon Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Wed 2/12

10:40-12:05

1 stop32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/12

17:15-18:20

1 stop42h 05m

R17 201

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN Incheon Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Tue 23/3

0:20-15:35

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/3

13:45-17:15

1 stop20h 30m

R17 398

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN Incheon Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Tue 29/12

0:20-15:35

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/1

13:45-17:15

1 stop20h 30m

R17 497

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Seoul is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R14 191, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in March, then you should wait until November to fly from Seoul, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R15 589.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Seoul to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Seoul when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R18 178 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Seoul for as low as R14 076 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Seoul to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Seoul to South Africa flight.

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Best price found	R2 056
Fastest flight time	20h 20m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Seoul in the past 72 hours is R2 056. The best return flight deal from Seoul to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R4 703.

The fastest flight from Seoul to South Africa takes 20h 20m

There are no direct flights from Seoul to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Seoul to South Africa.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Seoul to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Seoul to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Seoul to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Seoul to South Africa?
There are 7 operators available for flights from Seoul to South Africa as of November 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Seoul to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Seoul to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Seoul to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R11 077	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 047 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R11 277	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 635 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R12 727	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 555 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom R12 732	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 250 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R15 518	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 543 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R16 058	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 694 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R16 328	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 702 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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