How long is the flight from Seoul to South Africa?

On average, it takes 21h 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.

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

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

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Cathay Pacific, Ethiopian Air and Singapore Airlines 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 37% 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.

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 March 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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0:20 - 13:05

ICN

JNB

19h 45m

1 stop

8:20 - 16:00

JNB

ICN

24h 40m

1 stop

R10 232Ethiopian Air

Sun, May 3 - Thu, May 14

0:20 - 13:05

ICN

JNB

19h 45m

1 stop

8:20 - 16:00

JNB

ICN

24h 40m

1 stop

R10 249Ethiopian Air

Mon, May 11 - Wed, May 20

0:20 - 13:05

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JNB

19h 45m

1 stop

8:20 - 16:00

JNB

ICN

24h 40m

1 stop

R10 333Ethiopian Air

Sun, May 3 - Thu, May 14

11:05 - 18:35

ICN

JNB

38h 30m

1 stop

19:50 - 22:20

JNB

ICN

19h 30m

1 stop

R11 239Singapore Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

17:45 - 8:20

ICN

JNB

21h 35m

1 stop

9:50 - 22:05

JNB

ICN

29h 15m

1 stop

R11 339Etihad Airways

Thu, Jun 18 - Sun, Jun 28

17:50 - 8:15

ICN

JNB

21h 25m

1 stop

9:45 - 10:50

JNB

ICN

18h 05m

1 stop

R11 540Etihad Airways

Sat, May 23 - Sun, May 31

14:25 - 7:40

GMP

JNB

24h 15m

2 stops

10:10 - 13:05

JNB

GMP

43h 55m

2 stops

R12 664Air China

Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 20

14:25 - 7:40

GMP

JNB

24h 15m

2 stops

10:10 - 13:05

JNB

GMP

43h 55m

2 stops

R13 084Air China

Sun, Jun 28 - Wed, Jul 1

22:45 - 16:35

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DUR

24h 50m

1 stop

18:40 - 17:00

DUR

ICN

39h 20m

1 stop

R20 649Emirates

Mon, Jul 27 - Fri, Aug 7

23:55 - 16:35

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DUR

23h 40m

1 stop

7:00 - 17:00

DUR

ICN

27h 00m

2 stops

R20 867Emirates

Wed, Apr 1 - Fri, May 1

Singapore Airlines flights from Seoul to South Africa

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Singapore Airlines

Sept 1

ICN11:05Incheon Intl

38h 30m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 8

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 30m

1 stop

ICN22:20Incheon Intl

R11 239

Singapore Airlines

Jul 21

ICN9:00Incheon Intl

40h 35m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 18

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 30m

1 stop

ICN22:20Incheon Intl

R12 111

Singapore Airlines

Jun 8

ICN16:45Incheon Intl

32h 50m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 16

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 40m

1 stop

ICN15:30Incheon Intl

R12 178

Air China flights from Seoul to South Africa

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Air China

Jun 2

ICN10:50Incheon Intl

27h 50m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 12

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 25m

2 stops

ICN16:35Incheon Intl

R12 648

Air China

May 12

GMP14:25Seoul Gimpo Intl

24h 15m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 20

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

43h 55m

2 stops

GMP13:05Seoul Gimpo Intl

R12 664

Air China

Jun 2

ICN13:05Incheon Intl

25h 35m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 12

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 25m

2 stops

ICN11:35Incheon Intl

R12 748

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8:20-16:00

1 stop24h 40m

R10 232

IncheonJohannesburg

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Incheon Intl

Mon 11/5

0:20-13:05

1 stop19h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

8:20-16:00

1 stop24h 40m

R10 249

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Sun 3/5

0:20-13:05

1 stop19h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

8:20-16:00

1 stop24h 40m

R10 333

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Tue 1/9

11:05-18:35

1 stop38h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:50-22:20

1 stop19h 30m

R11 239

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

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17:45-8:20

1 stop21h 35m

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9:50-22:05

1 stop29h 15m

R11 339

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IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Sat 23/5

17:50-8:15

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

9:45-10:50

1 stop18h 05m

R11 540

SeoulJohannesburg

GMP - JNB

GMPJNB

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Tue 12/5

14:25-7:40

2 stops24h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

10:10-13:05

2 stops43h 55m

R12 664

SeoulJohannesburg

GMP - JNB

GMPJNB

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sun 28/6

14:25-7:40

2 stops24h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

10:10-13:05

2 stops43h 55m

R13 084

IncheonDurban

ICN - DUR

ICNDUR

Incheon Intl

Mon 27/7

22:45-16:35

1 stop24h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 7/8

18:40-17:00

1 stop39h 20m

R20 649

IncheonDurban

ICN - DUR

ICNDUR

Incheon Intl

Wed 1/4

23:55-16:35

1 stop23h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 1/5

7:00-17:00

2 stops27h 00m

R20 867

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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 R12 295, 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 April to fly from Seoul, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R12 983.

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 R15 266 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 409 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a Seoul to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	21h 25m
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The fastest flight from Seoul to South Africa takes 21h 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 March 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 758	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 142 reviews	Search Air China flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R10 843	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 480 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 320	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 426 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom R11 450	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 197 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R12 074	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 972 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R13 362	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 214 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R14 211	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 736 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R14 732	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 543 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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