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 20h 50m 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 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Korea. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to South Korea on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from South Africa to South Korea

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 May 2026, there are 8 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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1:20 - 8:55

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R13 698Qatar Airways

Wed, Jun 10 - Tue, Jun 16

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9:50 - 10:50

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R13 781Etihad Airways

Mon, Jun 15 - Tue, Jun 23

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R13 815Etihad Airways

Thu, Jun 18 - Fri, Jun 26

19:30 - 17:30

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39h 00m

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20:25 - 9:50

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R13 898Singapore Airlines

Wed, Jul 29 - Tue, Aug 11

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Sat, Jun 27 - Sat, Jul 4

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51h 10m

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R200 281China Eastern

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Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to South Korea

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Jun 10

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 50m

1 stop

ICN17:30Incheon Intl

Jun 16

ICN1:20Incheon Intl

38h 35m

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Jun 1

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

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ICN23:45Incheon Intl

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Jun 7

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

39h 00m

1 stop

ICN17:30Incheon Intl

Jun 19

ICN18:30Incheon Intl

22h 45m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

R13 815

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Emirates

May 20

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

20h 45m

1 stop

ICN17:00Incheon Intl

Jun 17

ICN22:45Incheon Intl

24h 55m

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CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

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Sept 21

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

41h 15m

1 stop

ICN18:40Incheon Intl

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ICN23:40Incheon Intl

43h 00m

1 stop

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May 26

JNB18:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

63h 15m

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ICN17:00Incheon Intl

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ICN23:55Incheon Intl

27h 30m

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Korea?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to South Korea from South Africa, with most prices found around R4 872. If you aren’t able to travel to South Korea during the month of May, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R7 875.

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 070 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 R12 981 on momondo.

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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 May 2026, there are 8 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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Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R11 219	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 517 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R12 997	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 439 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R13 100	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 725 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom R13 281	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 211 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R13 480	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 999 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air China	PriceFrom R14 067	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 150 reviews	Search Air China flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R15 358	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 332 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R17 039	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 571 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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