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

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

How long is the flight from Seoul to South Africa?

On average, it takes 20h 50m 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 33h 10m.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Seoul according to our data. Qatar 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.

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 August 2025.

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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16:45 - 18:35ICN-JNB

32h 50m1 stop

19:50 - 15:40JNB-ICN

36h 50m1 stop

R11 390Singapore Airlines

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Fri, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 21

8:50 - 6:10ICN-JNB

28h 20m1 stop

19:50 - 15:40JNB-ICN

36h 50m1 stop

R11 408Singapore Airlines

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Mon, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 6

0:35 - 14:35ICN-CPT

21h 00m1 stop

14:35 - 16:00CPT-ICN

18h 25m1 stop

R11 988Ethiopian Air

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Mon, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 10

0:35 - 13:05ICN-JNB

19h 30m1 stop

8:20 - 16:00JNB-ICN

24h 40m1 stop

R12 181Ethiopian Air

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Mon, Sep 15 - Tue, Oct 21

0:20 - 17:30ICN-CPT

24h 10m1 stop

12:35 - 17:15CPT-ICN

21h 40m1 stop

R13 078Qatar Airways

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Sun, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 13

0:20 - 17:25ICN-CPT

24h 05m1 stop

12:35 - 17:15CPT-ICN

21h 40m1 stop

R13 095Qatar Airways

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Tue, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 11

14:25 - 7:40GMP-JNB

24h 15m2 stops

10:10 - 13:05JNB-GMP

43h 55m2 stops

R13 816Air China

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Sun, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 8

17:50 - 7:40ICN-JNB

44h 50m2 stops

10:10 - 11:40JNB-ICN

42h 30m2 stops

R13 833Air China

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Wed, Nov 19 - Fri, Jan 23

23:40 - 17:10ICN-DUR

24h 30m1 stop

19:10 - 16:50DUR-ICN

38h 40m1 stop

R21 796Emirates

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Sun, Dec 28 - Fri, Feb 27

22:20 - 19:50ICN-DUR

52h 30m2 stops

19:10 - 18:10DUR-ICN

40h 00m1 stop

R22 323Emirates

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Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Feb 23

Singapore Airlines flights from Seoul to South Africa

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Singapore Airlines

Feb 6

ICN16:45Incheon Intl

32h 50m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 21

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 50m

1 stop

ICN15:40Incheon Intl

R11 390

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Singapore Airlines

Feb 2

ICN8:50Incheon Intl

28h 20m

1 stop

JNB6:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 6

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 50m

1 stop

ICN15:40Incheon Intl

R11 408

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Singapore Airlines

Jan 12

ICN16:45Incheon Intl

32h 50m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 24

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 50m

1 stop

ICN15:40Incheon Intl

R11 478

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China Eastern flights from Seoul to South Africa

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China Eastern

Aug 28

ICN8:55Incheon Intl

30h 25m

2 stops

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 11

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m

2 stops

ICN17:25Incheon Intl

R18 105

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China Eastern

Aug 18

ICN15:50Incheon Intl

23h 30m

2 stops

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 8

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 55m

2 stops

ICN20:45Incheon Intl

R18 650

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China Eastern

Sept 15

GMP20:50Seoul Gimpo Intl

42h 30m

2 stops

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 19

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 00m

2 stops

GMP19:50Seoul Gimpo Intl

R18 685

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IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Fri 6/2

16:45-18:35

1 stop32h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/2

19:50-15:40

1 stop36h 50m

R11 390

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Mon 2/2

8:50-6:10

1 stop28h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

19:50-15:40

1 stop36h 50m

R11 408

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Mon 1/9

0:35-14:35

1 stop21h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/9

14:35-16:00

1 stop18h 25m

R11 988

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Mon 15/9

0:35-13:05

1 stop19h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/10

8:20-16:00

1 stop24h 40m

R12 181

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Sun 1/2

0:20-17:30

1 stop24h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

12:35-17:15

1 stop21h 40m

R13 078

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Tue 27/1

0:20-17:25

1 stop24h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/2

12:35-17:15

1 stop21h 40m

R13 095

SeoulJohannesburg

GMP - JNB

GMPJNB

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sun 30/11

14:25-7:40

2 stops24h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

10:10-13:05

2 stops43h 55m

R13 816

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Wed 19/11

17:50-7:40

2 stops44h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

10:10-11:40

2 stops42h 30m

R13 833

IncheonDurban

ICN - DUR

ICNDUR

Incheon Intl

Sun 28/12

23:40-17:10

1 stop24h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 27/2

19:10-16:50

1 stop38h 40m

R21 796

IncheonDurban

ICN - DUR

ICNDUR

Incheon Intl

Fri 16/1

22:20-19:50

2 stops52h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 23/2

19:10-18:10

1 stop40h 00m

R22 323

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Seoul to South Africa

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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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 796, 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 728.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Seoul. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was R15 468. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Seoul to South Africa on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around R18 584. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Flying to South Africa from Seoul at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R15 444 when looking at flights departing at midday. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the morning when prices are around R17 619.

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 506 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 326 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a Seoul to South Africa flight.

Cheap Seoul to South Africa flight deals and tips

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Best price found	R8 121
Fastest flight time	19h 30m
Direct flights	None
Airports in South Africa	3 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Seoul in the past 72 hours is R8 121. The best return flight deal from Seoul to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R11 390.

The fastest flight from Seoul to South Africa takes 19h 30m

There are no direct flights from Seoul to South Africa. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Incheon Intl Airport - Durban King Shaka Intl Airport, Incheon Intl Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Incheon Intl Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.

There are 3 airports near South Africa: Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR), Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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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 7 operators available for flights from Seoul to South Africa as of August 2025.
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
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R11 278	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 1 347 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R12 472	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 608 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R12 542	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 233 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R12 772	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 828 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air China	PriceFrom R13 853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 95 reviews	Search Air China flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R13 998	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 968 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R18 174	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 315 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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