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 20h 55m 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 (76%) visit Incheon more than other cities in the country, but other popular cities in South Korea include Seoul and Jeju City.

R9 006 Cheap Flights to South Korea in 2025/26

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China Eastern

Oct 21

JNB

46h 30m

2 stops

ICN

Oct 26

ICN

47h 00m

2 stops

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Etihad Airways

Nov 25

JNB

29h 05m

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ICN

Dec 3

ICN

39h 35m

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Etihad Airways

Oct 21

JNB

29h 15m

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Oct 26

ICN

39h 35m

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China Eastern

Nov 14

JNB

46h 15m

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Nov 21

ICN

30h 25m

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Etihad Airways

Nov 14

JNB

17h 55m

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Nov 21

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Ethiopian Air

Nov 14

JNB

24h 25m

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Nov 20

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Qatar Airways

Oct 30

JNB

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Nov 5

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China Eastern

Oct 30

JNB

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Nov 6

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30h 25m

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Etihad Airways

Nov 24

JNB

17h 55m

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Dec 3

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Nov 22

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Dec 4

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Ethiopian Air

Nov 27

JNB

24h 25m

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Dec 28

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9:50 - 15:20JNB-ICN

46h 30m2 stops

16:20 - 8:20ICN-JNB

47h 00m2 stops

R13 830China Eastern

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Tue, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 26

9:50 - 21:55JNB-ICN

29h 05m1 stop

23:45 - 8:20ICN-JNB

39h 35m1 stop

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Tue, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 3

8:20 - 15:45JNB-ICN

24h 25m1 stop

0:30 - 20:10ICN-JNB

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Fri, Nov 14 - Thu, Nov 20

13:45 - 17:15JNB-ICN

20h 30m1 stop

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R15 114Qatar Airways

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Thu, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 5

8:20 - 15:45JNB-ICN

24h 25m1 stop

0:30 - 13:05ICN-JNB

19h 35m1 stop

R15 635Ethiopian Air

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Thu, Nov 27 - Sun, Dec 28

12:35 - 17:15CPT-ICN

21h 40m1 stop

0:20 - 10:30ICN-CPT

41h 10m1 stop

R16 745Qatar Airways

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Thu, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 5

13:40 - 16:50CPT-ICN

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23:40 - 16:45ICN-CPT

24h 05m1 stop

R20 233Emirates

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Fri, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 9

10:40 - 15:40CPT-ICN

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12:35 - 9:25ICN-CPT

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Sun, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 13

13:40 - 16:50CPT-ICN

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JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/10

9:50-15:20

2 stops46h 30m

Incheon Intl

Sun 26/10

16:20-8:20

2 stops47h 00m

R13 830

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/11

9:50-21:55

1 stop29h 05m

Incheon Intl

Wed 3/12

23:45-8:20

1 stop39h 35m

R14 420

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/11

8:20-15:45

1 stop24h 25m

Incheon Intl

Thu 20/11

0:30-20:10

1 stop26h 40m

R15 045

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

13:45-17:15

1 stop20h 30m

Incheon Intl

Wed 5/11

0:20-15:35

1 stop22h 15m

R15 114

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/11

8:20-15:45

1 stop24h 25m

Incheon Intl

Sun 28/12

0:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R15 635

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/10

12:35-17:15

1 stop21h 40m

Incheon Intl

Wed 5/11

0:20-10:30

1 stop41h 10m

R16 745

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/10

13:40-16:50

1 stop20h 10m

Incheon Intl

Sun 9/11

23:40-16:45

1 stop24h 05m

R20 233

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/11

10:40-15:40

2 stops22h 00m

Incheon Intl

Thu 13/11

12:35-9:25

2 stops27h 50m

R21 083

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/11

10:40-15:40

2 stops22h 00m

Incheon Intl

Thu 13/11

16:55-9:25

2 stops23h 30m

R21 101

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/12

13:40-16:50

1 stop20h 10m

Incheon Intl

Mon 12/1

23:40-11:40

1 stop43h 00m

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Which airlines fly to South Korea?

Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways 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	R9 006
Best Round-Trip Price	R13 830
Fastest flight time	18h 10m

The best one-way flight price to South Korea from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R9 006 (Cape Town Intl 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 830 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Incheon Intl).

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The fastest flight to South Korea from South Africa takes 18h 10m (Cape Town Intl 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 249, R2 682, and R10 844 respectively.

Which airlines fly to South Korea?

There are 9 airlines that fly to South Korea on a routine basis, but Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways 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?

63% 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.

What is the best day of the week to fly to South Korea?

The best day to take a flight to South Korea is on Sunday, followed by Tuesday. Sunday and Tuesday tend to have the lowest flight prices to South Korea. If your travel dates are flexible, then try to avoid booking on a Saturday, which is known for being the most expensive day of the week to fly to South Korea.

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 11 operators available for flights to South Korea as of September 2025.

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.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to South Korea?

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.

How can momondo help me find flights to South Korea?

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