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 OR Tambo to Incheon Intl is 17h 55m on average, while flying from Cape Town Intl to Incheon Intl is 17h 45m on average. Incheon Intl is the most popular airport in South Korea.

What are the most popular cities to visit in South Korea?

South Korea is full of interesting cities to visit if you’re interested in touring the country. The majority of our users (72%) visit Incheon more than other cities in the country, but other popular cities in South Korea include Seoul and Busan.

R7 731 Cheap Flights to South Korea in 2026

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Singapore Airlines

Mar 5

JNB

19h 00m

1 stop

ICN

Mar 12

ICN

40h 45m

1 stop

JNB

R13 229

Singapore Airlines

Feb 16

JNB

25h 20m

1 stop

ICN

Feb 20

ICN

37h 00m

1 stop

JNB

R13 278

Singapore Airlines

May 15

JNB

28h 55m

1 stop

ICN

May 19

ICN

40h 35m

1 stop

JNB

R13 295

Turkish Airlines

Feb 9

CPT

32h 50m

1 stop

ICN

Feb 23

ICN

32h 05m

1 stop

CPT

R13 344

Etihad Airways

Feb 1

JNB

17h 55m

1 stop

ICN

Feb 28

ICN

21h 30m

1 stop

JNB

R13 426

Turkish Airlines

May 18

CPT

33h 00m

1 stop

ICN

Jun 11

ICN

43h 30m

1 stop

CPT

R13 492

Etihad Airways

Feb 25

JNB

17h 55m

1 stop

ICN

Mar 4

ICN

39h 35m

1 stop

JNB

R13 508

Etihad Airways

Feb 1

JNB

17h 55m

1 stop

ICN

Feb 28

ICN

21h 30m

1 stop

JNB

R13 640

Singapore Airlines

Feb 1

JNB

34h 45m

1 stop

ICN

Feb 20

ICN

32h 40m

1 stop

JNB

R13 705

Singapore Airlines

May 19

CPT

38h 05m

2 stops

ICN

Jun 15

ICN

23h 40m

2 stops

CPT

R13 754

Qatar Airways

Feb 10

CPT

21h 40m

1 stop

ICN

Feb 16

ICN

24h 10m

1 stop

CPT

R13 853

Qatar Airways

Jan 28

CPT

32h 35m

1 stop

ICN

Feb 3

ICN

24h 05m

1 stop

CPT

R13 951

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Singapore Airlines

Jun 12

JNB

27h 45m

1 stop

PUS

Jun 16

PUS

29h 30m

1 stop

JNB

R16 939

Singapore Airlines

Jun 12

JNB

27h 45m

1 stop

PUS

Jun 16

PUS

29h 30m

1 stop

JNB

R17 004

Air China

Jun 12

JNB

42h 35m

2 stops

PUS

Jun 16

PUS

25h 55m

2 stops

JNB

R20 271

Air China

Jun 12

JNB

42h 35m

2 stops

PUS

Jun 16

PUS

25h 55m

2 stops

JNB

R20 369

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13:40 - 15:40

JNB

ICN

19h 00m

1 stop

8:50 - 18:35

ICN

JNB

40h 45m

1 stop

R13 229Singapore Airlines

Thu, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 12

13:40 - 15:40

JNB

ICN

19h 00m

1 stop

12:35 - 18:35

ICN

JNB

37h 00m

1 stop

R13 278Singapore Airlines

Mon, Feb 16 - Fri, Feb 20

9:50 - 10:45

JNB

ICN

17h 55m

1 stop

17:50 - 8:20

ICN

JNB

21h 30m

1 stop

R13 426Etihad Airways

Sun, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 28

9:50 - 10:45

JNB

ICN

17h 55m

1 stop

23:45 - 8:20

ICN

JNB

39h 35m

1 stop

R13 508Etihad Airways

Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 4

12:35 - 17:15

CPT

ICN

21h 40m

1 stop

0:20 - 17:30

ICN

CPT

24h 10m

1 stop

R13 853Qatar Airways

Tue, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 16

18:55 - 10:30

CPT

ICN

32h 35m

1 stop

0:20 - 17:25

ICN

CPT

24h 05m

1 stop

R13 951Qatar Airways

Wed, Jan 28 - Tue, Feb 3

13:50 - 15:20

CPT

ICN

18h 30m

1 stop

23:40 - 13:45

ICN

CPT

21h 05m

1 stop

R14 263Ethiopian Air

Thu, Feb 26 - Thu, Mar 5

13:50 - 16:00

CPT

ICN

19h 10m

1 stop

0:20 - 13:00

ICN

CPT

19h 40m

1 stop

R14 542Ethiopian Air

Tue, May 19 - Sun, Jun 14

10:10 - 11:45

JNB

PUS

42h 35m

2 stops

12:45 - 7:40

PUS

JNB

25h 55m

2 stops

R20 271Air China

Fri, Jun 12 - Tue, Jun 16

10:10 - 11:45

JNB

PUS

42h 35m

2 stops

12:45 - 7:40

PUS

JNB

25h 55m

2 stops

R20 369Air China

Fri, Jun 12 - Tue, Jun 16

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

13:40-15:40

1 stop19h 00m

Incheon Intl

Thu 12/3

8:50-18:35

1 stop40h 45m

R13 229

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

13:40-15:40

1 stop19h 00m

Incheon Intl

Fri 20/2

12:35-18:35

1 stop37h 00m

R13 278

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

9:50-10:45

1 stop17h 55m

Incheon Intl

Sat 28/2

17:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

R13 426

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

9:50-10:45

1 stop17h 55m

Incheon Intl

Wed 4/3

23:45-8:20

1 stop39h 35m

R13 508

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/2

12:35-17:15

1 stop21h 40m

Incheon Intl

Mon 16/2

0:20-17:30

1 stop24h 10m

R13 853

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/1

18:55-10:30

1 stop32h 35m

Incheon Intl

Tue 3/2

0:20-17:25

1 stop24h 05m

R13 951

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/2

13:50-15:20

1 stop18h 30m

Incheon Intl

Thu 5/3

23:40-13:45

1 stop21h 05m

R14 263

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

13:50-16:00

1 stop19h 10m

Incheon Intl

Sun 14/6

0:20-13:00

1 stop19h 40m

R14 542

JohannesburgBusan

JNB - PUS

JNBPUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

10:10-11:45

2 stops42h 35m

Busan Gimhae

Tue 16/6

12:45-7:40

2 stops25h 55m

R20 271

JohannesburgBusan

JNB - PUS

JNBPUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

10:10-11:45

2 stops42h 35m

Busan Gimhae

Tue 16/6

12:45-7:40

2 stops25h 55m

R20 369

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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 41% 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.

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Summary info about South Korea flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R7 731
Best Round-Trip Price	R13 229
Fastest flight time	30h 55m

The best one-way flight price to South Korea from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R7 731 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Incheon Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to South Korea from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R13 229 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Incheon Intl).

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The fastest flight to South Korea from South Africa takes 30h 55m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Incheon Intl).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to South Korea

What is the best airport to land at to visit COEX Convention and Exhibition Center?

Flying into Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport is typically the best way to visit COEX Convention and Exhibition Center, since it is the closest airport to the area.

What is the cheapest flight to South Korea?

If you are looking to fly to South Korea for less, look to airlines like Jeju Air, HK Express, and Singapore Airlines, with prices starting at R1 181, R2 537, and R10 237 respectively.

Which airlines fly to South Korea?

There are 9 airlines that fly to South Korea on a routine basis, but Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air happen to be the most popular among our users. In the past year, 41% of those who searched for flights to South Korea looked to travel with Singapore Airlines, making this airline the top choice among momondo travellers.

What is the most popular airport in South Korea to fly to?

62% of our momondo users travelling to South Korea in the past year chose to fly into Incheon Intl in the past year, making it the most popular airport in South Korea. The Incheon Intl airport serves the city of Incheon.

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

Prices for flights to South Korea are updated daily.

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

There are 10 operators available for flights to South Korea as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly 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 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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It is quick and easy to find flights to South Korea on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to South Korea that suits you.

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

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to South Korea which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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