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 10m 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 (77%) visit Incheon more than other cities in the country, but other popular cities in South Korea include Seoul and Jeju City.

R8 675 Cheap Flights to South Korea in 2025/26

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China Eastern

Nov 12

JNB

46h 15m

2 stops

ICN

Nov 16

ICN

47h 10m

2 stops

JNB

R13 890

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Singapore Airlines

Feb 16

JNB

19h 00m

1 stop

ICN

Feb 20

ICN

37h 00m

1 stop

JNB

R13 908

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Singapore Airlines

Dec 2

JNB

28h 30m

1 stop

ICN

Feb 20

ICN

26h 20m

1 stop

JNB

R13 942

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Singapore Airlines

Dec 2

JNB

28h 30m

1 stop

ICN

Feb 20

ICN

20h 15m

1 stop

JNB

R13 959

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Singapore Airlines

Feb 11

JNB

25h 20m

1 stop

ICN

May 13

ICN

37h 20m

1 stop

JNB

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Ethiopian Air

Nov 12

JNB

18h 15m

1 stop

ICN

Nov 15

ICN

20h 00m

1 stop

JNB

R14 045

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Singapore Airlines

Feb 14

CPT

22h 00m

2 stops

ICN

Feb 21

ICN

31h 35m

2 stops

CPT

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Etihad Airways

Dec 3

JNB

17h 55m

1 stop

ICN

Dec 10

ICN

39h 35m

1 stop

JNB

R14 269

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Ethiopian Air

Nov 27

JNB

18h 15m

1 stop

ICN

Dec 28

ICN

20h 00m

1 stop

JNB

R14 441

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Ethiopian Air

Nov 7

JNB

18h 15m

1 stop

ICN

Nov 13

ICN

20h 00m

1 stop

JNB

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Qatar Airways

Dec 3

JNB

24h 50m

1 stop

ICN

Dec 9

ICN

21h 45m

1 stop

JNB

R14 562

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Singapore Airlines

Jan 29

JNB

25h 20m

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ICN

May 20

ICN

44h 25m

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JNB

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9:50 - 15:05JNB-ICN

46h 15m2 stops

16:10 - 8:20ICN-JNB

47h 10m2 stops

R13 890China Eastern

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Wed, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 16

13:40 - 15:40JNB-ICN

19h 00m1 stop

12:35 - 18:35ICN-JNB

37h 00m1 stop

R13 908Singapore Airlines

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Mon, Feb 16 - Fri, Feb 20

14:30 - 15:45JNB-ICN

18h 15m1 stop

0:05 - 13:05ICN-JNB

20h 00m1 stop

R14 045Ethiopian Air

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Wed, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 15

9:50 - 10:45JNB-ICN

17h 55m1 stop

23:45 - 8:20ICN-JNB

39h 35m1 stop

R14 269Etihad Airways

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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10

14:30 - 15:45JNB-ICN

18h 15m1 stop

0:05 - 13:05ICN-JNB

20h 00m1 stop

R14 441Ethiopian Air

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Thu, Nov 27 - Sun, Dec 28

9:25 - 17:15JNB-ICN

24h 50m1 stop

0:20 - 15:05ICN-JNB

21h 45m1 stop

R14 562Qatar Airways

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Wed, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 9

9:50 - 10:45JNB-ICN

17h 55m1 stop

1:35 - 8:20ICN-JNB

37h 45m1 stop

R14 682Etihad Airways

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Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, May 27

12:45 - 17:15JNB-ICN

21h 30m1 stop

1:20 - 16:10ICN-JNB

21h 50m1 stop

R15 835Qatar Airways

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Wed, Feb 11 - Tue, May 12

18:30 - 18:10CPT-ICN

40h 40m1 stop

22:20 - 16:45ICN-CPT

25h 25m1 stop

R18 951Emirates

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Mon, Jan 12 - Wed, Jan 21

13:40 - 16:50CPT-ICN

20h 10m1 stop

22:20 - 16:45ICN-CPT

25h 25m1 stop

R19 226Emirates

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JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/11

9:50-15:05

2 stops46h 15m

Incheon Intl

Sun 16/11

16:10-8:20

2 stops47h 10m

R13 890

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 908

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/11

14:30-15:45

1 stop18h 15m

Incheon Intl

Sat 15/11

0:05-13:05

1 stop20h 00m

R14 045

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/12

9:50-10:45

1 stop17h 55m

Incheon Intl

Wed 10/12

23:45-8:20

1 stop39h 35m

R14 269

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/11

14:30-15:45

1 stop18h 15m

Incheon Intl

Sun 28/12

0:05-13:05

1 stop20h 00m

R14 441

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/12

9:25-17:15

1 stop24h 50m

Incheon Intl

Tue 9/12

0:20-15:05

1 stop21h 45m

R14 562

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

9:50-10:45

1 stop17h 55m

Incheon Intl

Wed 27/5

1:35-8:20

1 stop37h 45m

R14 682

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

12:45-17:15

1 stop21h 30m

Incheon Intl

Tue 12/5

1:20-16:10

1 stop21h 50m

R15 835

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/1

18:30-18:10

1 stop40h 40m

Incheon Intl

Wed 21/1

22:20-16:45

1 stop25h 25m

R18 951

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/12

13:40-16:50

1 stop20h 10m

Incheon Intl

Fri 16/1

22:20-16:45

1 stop25h 25m

R19 226

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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	R8 675
Best Round-Trip Price	R13 890
Fastest flight time	17h 55m

The best one-way flight price to South Korea from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R8 675 (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 890 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Incheon Intl).

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The fastest flight to South Korea from South Africa takes 17h 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 238, R2 660, and R10 754 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?

59% 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 October 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?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to South Korea. Filter by price, airline, airport, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

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