How long is the flight from Seoul to South Africa?

On average, it takes 20h 25m 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 24h 15m.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Cathay Pacific, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Seoul according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 8 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?

Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways, and Singapore Airlines 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 8 operators available for flights from Seoul to South Africa as of January 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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23:40 - 14:35

ICN

CPT

21h 55m

1 stop

13:50 - 16:00

CPT

ICN

19h 10m

1 stop

R11 717Ethiopian Air

Mon, Mar 2 - Wed, Apr 1

23:40 - 13:05

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JNB

20h 25m

1 stop

8:20 - 16:00

JNB

ICN

24h 40m

1 stop

R12 258Ethiopian Air

Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Apr 8

23:40 - 13:05

ICN

JNB

20h 25m

1 stop

8:20 - 16:00

JNB

ICN

24h 40m

1 stop

R12 275Ethiopian Air

Sat, Mar 14 - Fri, Apr 10

23:50 - 6:10

ICN

JNB

37h 20m

1 stop

13:45 - 22:20

JNB

ICN

25h 35m

1 stop

R12 373Singapore Airlines

Wed, May 13 - Tue, May 19

16:45 - 6:10

ICN

JNB

44h 25m

1 stop

19:50 - 9:50

JNB

ICN

31h 00m

1 stop

R12 406Singapore Airlines

Wed, May 13 - Fri, May 22

14:25 - 7:40

GMP

JNB

24h 15m

2 stops

10:10 - 13:05

JNB

GMP

43h 55m

2 stops

R12 488Air China

Tue, Mar 3 - Mon, Mar 9

14:25 - 7:40

GMP

JNB

24h 15m

2 stops

10:10 - 13:05

JNB

GMP

43h 55m

2 stops

R14 375Air China

Tue, Jun 9 - Fri, Jun 12

22:20 - 17:10

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25h 50m

1 stop

19:10 - 16:50

DUR

ICN

38h 40m

1 stop

R20 004Emirates

Mon, Mar 9 - Fri, Mar 13

22:20 - 17:10

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25h 50m

1 stop

7:00 - 16:50

DUR

ICN

26h 50m

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R20 348Emirates

Mon, Mar 9 - Fri, Mar 13

10:00 - 10:55

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DUR

31h 55m

3 stops

7:00 - 17:15

DUR

ICN

27h 15m

2 stops

R22 629Qatar Airways

Mon, Mar 9 - Fri, Mar 13

Etihad Airways flights from Seoul to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Jun 24

ICN1:35Incheon Intl

37h 45m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 28

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 15m

1 stop

ICN22:05Incheon Intl

R13 866

Etihad Airways

Jun 10

ICN17:45Incheon Intl

21h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 9

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 55m

1 stop

ICN10:45Incheon Intl

R13 899

Etihad Airways

Jan 23

ICN17:50Incheon Intl

21h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 25

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 05m

1 stop

ICN21:55Incheon Intl

R14 720

Ethiopian Air flights from Seoul to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 2

ICN23:40Incheon Intl

21h 55m

1 stop

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Apr 1

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

19h 10m

1 stop

ICN16:00Incheon Intl

R11 717

Ethiopian Air

Jan 21

ICN0:05Incheon Intl

21h 30m

1 stop

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Jan 29

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

18h 55m

1 stop

ICN15:45Incheon Intl

R11 782

Ethiopian Air

Jan 17

ICN0:05Incheon Intl

20h 00m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 18

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 50m

1 stop

ICN15:20Incheon Intl

R12 225

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1 stop21h 55m

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1 stop19h 10m

R11 717

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Wed 11/3

23:40-13:05

1 stop20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

8:20-16:00

1 stop24h 40m

R12 258

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Sat 14/3

23:40-13:05

1 stop20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

8:20-16:00

1 stop24h 40m

R12 275

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Wed 13/5

23:50-6:10

1 stop37h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

13:45-22:20

1 stop25h 35m

R12 373

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Wed 13/5

16:45-6:10

1 stop44h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

19:50-9:50

1 stop31h 00m

R12 406

SeoulJohannesburg

GMP - JNB

GMPJNB

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Tue 3/3

14:25-7:40

2 stops24h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

10:10-13:05

2 stops43h 55m

R12 488

SeoulJohannesburg

GMP - JNB

GMPJNB

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Tue 9/6

14:25-7:40

2 stops24h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

10:10-13:05

2 stops43h 55m

R14 375

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Incheon Intl

Mon 9/3

22:20-17:10

1 stop25h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 13/3

19:10-16:50

1 stop38h 40m

R20 004

IncheonDurban

ICN - DUR

ICNDUR

Incheon Intl

Mon 9/3

22:20-17:10

1 stop25h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 13/3

7:00-16:50

2 stops26h 50m

R20 348

IncheonDurban

ICN - DUR

ICNDUR

Incheon Intl

Mon 9/3

10:00-10:55

3 stops31h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 13/3

7:00-17:15

2 stops27h 15m

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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 R11 996, 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 February to fly from Seoul, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R13 341.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 R14 733 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 R13 505 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a Seoul to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	20h 25m
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The fastest flight from Seoul to South Africa takes 20h 25m

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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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 8 operators available for flights from Seoul to South Africa as of January 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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Air China	PriceFrom R10 524	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 136 reviews	Search Air China flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R10 529	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 1 431 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom R11 202	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 188 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 214	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 369 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 397	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 714 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R11 812	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 944 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R13 064	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 130 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R16 966	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 466 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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