How long is the flight from Seoul to South Africa?

On average, it takes 18h 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 26h 05m.

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

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

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Cathay Pacific, Ethiopian Air and Etihad 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 38% 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 May 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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13:05 - 7:40

ICN

JNB

25h 35m

2 stops

10:10 - 11:35

JNB

ICN

42h 25m

2 stops

R12 456Air China

Tue, Jul 7 - Fri, Jul 10

11:05 - 19:20

ICN

JNB

39h 15m

1 stop

20:25 - 15:40

JNB

ICN

36h 15m

1 stop

R12 522Singapore Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Fri, Oct 23

14:25 - 7:40

GMP

JNB

24h 15m

2 stops

10:10 - 13:05

JNB

GMP

43h 55m

2 stops

R12 539Air China

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9

10:50 - 7:40

ICN

JNB

27h 50m

2 stops

10:10 - 11:35

JNB

ICN

42h 25m

2 stops

R12 621Air China

Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 16

14:25 - 7:40

GMP

JNB

24h 15m

2 stops

10:10 - 13:05

JNB

GMP

43h 55m

2 stops

R12 752Air China

Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 16

0:20 - 13:00

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CPT

19h 40m

1 stop

13:50 - 16:00

CPT

ICN

19h 10m

1 stop

R13 738Ethiopian Air

Fri, May 29 - Fri, Jun 5

0:20 - 13:00

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CPT

19h 40m

1 stop

13:50 - 16:00

CPT

ICN

19h 10m

1 stop

R14 198Ethiopian Air

Sun, Jun 7 - Thu, Jun 18

15:15 - 10:40

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DUR

26h 25m

2 stops

7:00 - 16:35

DUR

ICN

26h 35m

3 stops

R21 265Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jul 23 - Mon, Aug 3

17:45 - 10:40

ICN

DUR

23h 55m

2 stops

7:00 - 16:35

DUR

ICN

26h 35m

3 stops

R21 396Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jul 23 - Mon, Aug 3

23:55 - 16:35

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DUR

23h 40m

1 stop

18:40 - 17:00

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ICN

39h 20m

1 stop

R22 021Emirates

Sun, Jun 7 - Fri, Jun 19

Air China flights from Seoul to South Africa

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Air China

Jul 7

ICN13:05Incheon Intl

25h 35m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jul 10

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 25m

2 stops

ICN11:35Incheon Intl

R12 456

Air China

Sept 3

GMP14:25Seoul Gimpo Intl

24h 15m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 9

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

43h 55m

2 stops

GMP13:05Seoul Gimpo Intl

R12 539

Air China

Sept 8

ICN10:50Incheon Intl

27h 50m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 16

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 25m

2 stops

ICN11:35Incheon Intl

R12 621

Singapore Airlines flights from Seoul to South Africa

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Singapore Airlines

Oct 11

ICN11:05Incheon Intl

39h 15m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 23

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 15m

1 stop

ICN15:40Incheon Intl

R12 522

Singapore Airlines

Aug 31

ICN9:00Incheon Intl

41h 20m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 9

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 55m

1 stop

ICN22:20Incheon Intl

R12 999

Singapore Airlines

Aug 31

ICN16:45Incheon Intl

33h 35m

1 stop

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 9

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 05m

1 stop

ICN15:30Incheon Intl

R13 147

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13:05-7:40

2 stops25h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

10:10-11:35

2 stops42h 25m

R12 456

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Sun 11/10

11:05-19:20

1 stop39h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

20:25-15:40

1 stop36h 15m

R12 522

SeoulJohannesburg

GMP - JNB

GMPJNB

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Thu 3/9

14:25-7:40

2 stops24h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

10:10-13:05

2 stops43h 55m

R12 539

IncheonJohannesburg

ICN - JNB

ICNJNB

Incheon Intl

Tue 8/9

10:50-7:40

2 stops27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

10:10-11:35

2 stops42h 25m

R12 621

SeoulJohannesburg

GMP - JNB

GMPJNB

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Tue 8/9

14:25-7:40

2 stops24h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

10:10-13:05

2 stops43h 55m

R12 752

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IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Fri 29/5

0:20-13:00

1 stop19h 40m

Cape Town Intl

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13:50-16:00

1 stop19h 10m

R13 738

IncheonCape Town

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Incheon Intl

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1 stop19h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/6

13:50-16:00

1 stop19h 10m

R14 198

IncheonDurban

ICN - DUR

ICNDUR

Incheon Intl

Thu 23/7

15:15-10:40

2 stops26h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 3/8

7:00-16:35

3 stops26h 35m

R21 265

IncheonDurban

ICN - DUR

ICNDUR

Incheon Intl

Thu 23/7

17:45-10:40

2 stops23h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 3/8

7:00-16:35

3 stops26h 35m

R21 396

IncheonDurban

ICN - DUR

ICNDUR

Incheon Intl

Sun 7/6

23:55-16:35

1 stop23h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 19/6

18:40-17:00

1 stop39h 20m

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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 February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R4 125, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in February, then you should wait until March to fly from Seoul, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R7 559.

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 R16 044 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 116 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	18h 50m
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The fastest flight from Seoul to South Africa takes 18h 50m

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 8 operators available for flights from Seoul to South Africa as of May 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
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R10 449	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 515 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom R10 539	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 149 reviews	Search Air China flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 090	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 439 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom R11 218	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 211 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R11 274	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 999 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R13 312	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 331 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R14 433	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 572 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R14 930	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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