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

Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to South Korea

How long is the flight from South Africa to South Korea?

The average flight duration from South Africa to South Korea depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Johannesburg to Incheon Intl Airport is 18h on average, while flying from Cape Town to Incheon Intl Airport is 22h 05m on average. Incheon Intl Airport is the most popular airport in South Korea.

Which airlines fly to South Korea?

Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Korea from South Africa according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Korea. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to South Korea on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

As of April 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to South Korea.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to South Korea.

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

The required travel and health documents for your South Korea trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Korea. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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9:45 - 10:50

JNB

ICN

18h 05m

1 stop

17:50 - 8:15

ICN

JNB

21h 25m

1 stop

R12 270Etihad Airways

Sat, May 16 - Sat, May 23

9:45 - 10:50

JNB

ICN

18h 05m

1 stop

1:35 - 8:15

ICN

JNB

37h 40m

1 stop

R12 842Etihad Airways

Wed, May 13 - Mon, May 18

9:45 - 10:50

JNB

ICN

18h 05m

1 stop

17:45 - 8:20

ICN

JNB

21h 35m

1 stop

R13 212Etihad Airways

Fri, May 1 - Sun, Jul 5

19:50 - 9:50

JNB

ICN

31h 00m

1 stop

9:00 - 18:35

ICN

JNB

40h 35m

1 stop

R13 330Singapore Airlines

Wed, Jul 29 - Tue, Aug 11

19:50 - 9:50

JNB

ICN

31h 00m

1 stop

16:45 - 18:35

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JNB

32h 50m

1 stop

R13 347Singapore Airlines

Wed, Jul 29 - Tue, Aug 11

19:30 - 17:05

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ICN

38h 35m

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1:20 - 17:30

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CPT

23h 10m

1 stop

R14 390Qatar Airways

Mon, Apr 13 - Wed, Jun 17

13:15 - 17:05

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ICN

20h 50m

1 stop

1:20 - 17:30

ICN

CPT

23h 10m

1 stop

R14 744Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 29

19:50 - 8:30

JNB

PUS

29h 40m

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8:10 - 10:30

PUS

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33h 20m

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R23 025Multiple Airlines

Fri, Apr 17 - Fri, Apr 24

11:10 - 13:35

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19h 25m

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14:20 - 7:55

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24h 35m

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R23 496Cathay Pacific

Mon, Jun 8 - Fri, Jun 12

20:40 - 8:30

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PUS

28h 50m

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17:40 - 15:50

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JNB

29h 10m

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R24 556Multiple Airlines

Fri, Apr 17 - Fri, Apr 24

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to South Korea

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Qatar Airways

Apr 24

JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 20m

1 stop

ICN18:05Incheon Intl

Apr 26

ICN0:15Incheon Intl

22h 35m

1 stop

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 155

Qatar Airways

Apr 24

JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 20m

1 stop

ICN18:05Incheon Intl

Apr 30

ICN0:15Incheon Intl

22h 55m

1 stop

JNB16:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 172

Qatar Airways

Apr 6

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 35m

1 stop

ICN17:05Incheon Intl

Apr 8

ICN1:20Incheon Intl

39h 25m

1 stop

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 188

Singapore Airlines flights from South Africa to South Korea

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Singapore Airlines

Jul 29

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 00m

1 stop

ICN9:50Incheon Intl

Aug 11

ICN9:00Incheon Intl

40h 35m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 330

Singapore Airlines

Jul 29

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 00m

1 stop

ICN9:50Incheon Intl

Aug 11

ICN16:45Incheon Intl

32h 50m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 347

Singapore Airlines

Aug 25

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 30m

1 stop

ICN22:20Incheon Intl

Sept 10

ICN11:05Incheon Intl

38h 30m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 616

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9:45-10:50

1 stop18h 05m

Incheon Intl

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17:50-8:15

1 stop21h 25m

R12 270

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JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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9:45-10:50

1 stop18h 05m

Incheon Intl

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1:35-8:15

1 stop37h 40m

R12 842

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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9:45-10:50

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Incheon Intl

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17:45-8:20

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R13 212

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:50-9:50

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Incheon Intl

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R13 330

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:50-9:50

1 stop31h 00m

Incheon Intl

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R13 347

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

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Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/4

19:30-17:05

1 stop38h 35m

Incheon Intl

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1:20-17:30

1 stop23h 10m

R14 390

Cape TownIncheon

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Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

13:15-17:05

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Incheon Intl

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1:20-17:30

1 stop23h 10m

R14 744

JohannesburgBusan

JNB - PUS

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

19:50-8:30

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Busan Gimhae

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8:10-10:30

2 stops33h 20m

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JohannesburgBusan

JNB - PUS

JNBPUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

11:10-13:35

1 stop19h 25m

Busan Gimhae

Fri 12/6

14:20-7:55

1 stop24h 35m

R23 496

JohannesburgBusan

JNB - PUS

JNBPUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

20:40-8:30

2 stops28h 50m

Busan Gimhae

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17:40-15:50

2 stops29h 10m

R24 556

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Korea?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to South Korea from South Africa, with most prices found around R13 902. If you aren’t able to travel to South Korea during the month of February, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R14 323.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Korea?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Korea from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Korea for around R15 201 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Korea from South Africa for as low as R13 616 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 11% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to South Korea flight.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to South Korea?
Prices for flights from South Africa to South Korea are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to South Korea?
As of April 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to South Korea.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to South Korea?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to South Korea.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Korea?
The required travel and health documents for your South Korea trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Korea. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to South Korea

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Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R10 912	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 486 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R13 129	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom R13 397	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 200 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R13 403	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 432 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R13 689	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 991 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 379	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 290 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R15 494	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 239 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air China	PriceFrom R15 738	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 145 reviews	Search Air China flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R17 189	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 551 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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Can I find flights from South Africa to South Korea with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from South Africa to South Korea with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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