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Cheap flights to South Korea from R8 739

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DSM — ICN
May 1 — May 81
1 adult
Wed 1/5
Wed 8/5

Flights to South Korea in 2024

Find the latest flights to South Korea in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R18 393

Return from

R15 188

One-way from

R8 739
High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From Johannesburg to Seoul
One-way flight from Johannesburg to South Korea

Cheap flights to South Korea in April & May 2024

Search the best deals to popular South Korea cities recently found by Cheapflights users
The following deals offer some of the lowest prices we've found on flights heading to South Korea in April and May 2024. Be sure to check back soon as deals update often.
Cheap flights to Incheon
Sun 26/511:20JNB - ICN
1 stop24h 55mCathay Pacific
Sat 8/620:15ICN - JNB
1 stop18h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/4R15 188
Fri 3/510:10JNB - ICN
2 stops28h 35mAir China
Tue 21/513:05ICN - JNB
2 stops25h 55mAir China
Deal found 24/4R16 771
Fri 26/411:20JNB - ICN
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Thu 2/515:10ICN - JNB
1 stop23h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/4R16 809
Fri 3/510:10JNB - ICN
2 stops28h 35mAir China
Tue 21/513:20ICN - JNB
2 stops25h 40mAir China
Deal found 26/4R16 924
Thu 2/523:00JNB - ICN
1 stop34h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/50:35ICN - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/4R17 019
Fri 26/414:30JNB - ICN
1 stop18h 30mEthiopian Air
Fri 3/50:35ICN - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/4R17 038
Fri 3/514:30JNB - ICN
1 stop18h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 20/50:35ICN - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R17 096
Tue 30/411:20JNB - ICN
1 stop18h 15mCathay Pacific
Mon 13/520:15ICN - JNB
1 stop18h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/4R17 172
Sun 26/520:15JNB - ICN
2 stops42h 00mCathay Pacific
Sat 8/613:35ICN - JNB
1 stop25h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/4R17 267
Sun 26/511:20JNB - ICN
1 stop24h 55mCathay Pacific
Sat 8/620:15ICN - JNB
1 stop18h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/4R15 188
Fri 3/510:10JNB - ICN
2 stops28h 35mAir China
Tue 21/513:05ICN - JNB
2 stops25h 55mAir China
Deal found 24/4R16 771
Fri 26/411:20JNB - ICN
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Thu 2/515:10ICN - JNB
1 stop23h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/4R16 809
Fri 3/510:10JNB - ICN
2 stops28h 35mAir China
Tue 21/513:20ICN - JNB
2 stops25h 40mAir China
Deal found 26/4R16 924
Thu 2/523:00JNB - ICN
1 stop34h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/50:35ICN - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/4R17 019
Fri 26/414:30JNB - ICN
1 stop18h 30mEthiopian Air
Fri 3/50:35ICN - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/4R17 038
Fri 3/514:30JNB - ICN
1 stop18h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 20/50:35ICN - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R17 096
Tue 30/411:20JNB - ICN
1 stop18h 15mCathay Pacific
Mon 13/520:15ICN - JNB
1 stop18h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/4R17 172
Sun 26/520:15JNB - ICN
2 stops42h 00mCathay Pacific
Sat 8/613:35ICN - JNB
1 stop25h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/4R17 267

South Korea 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for South Korea in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches and data were last updated on 26 April 2024.
Browse some of the best deals on flights to South Korea in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Tue 19/1113:45JNB - ICN
1 stop18h 45mSingapore Airlines
Tue 26/1116:35ICN - JNB
1 stop20h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 25/4R13 757
Sun 22/1222:30JNB - ICN
1 stop26h 05mSingapore Airlines
Sun 12/19:00ICN - JNB
1 stop19h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/4R14 138
Wed 25/1222:30JNB - ICN
1 stop26h 05mSingapore Airlines
Tue 14/116:35ICN - JNB
1 stop20h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/4R14 234
Sun 26/511:20JNB - ICN
1 stop24h 55mCathay Pacific
Sat 8/620:15ICN - JNB
1 stop18h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/4R15 188
Sat 21/1213:45JNB - ICN
1 stop25h 15mSingapore Airlines
Mon 13/116:35ICN - JNB
1 stop20h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/4R15 512
Thu 19/1213:45JNB - ICN
1 stop18h 45mSingapore Airlines
Wed 15/19:00ICN - JNB
1 stop19h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/4R16 027

One-way flights to South Korea

Explore one-way flight options to South Korea for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
If you're looking for options on one-way flights to South Korea, check out these fares. Users seeking round-trip flights to South Korea should update the search form at the top of the page accordingly.
Wed 22/59:55JNB - ICN
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R8 739
Wed 22/59:55JNB - ICN
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R8 739

Average price of flights to South Korea by month

Plan your trip to South Korea by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to South Korea is currently R8 739 while a return flight costs R18 469. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to South Korea (average of R807). Flying to South Korea in August will prove the most costly (average of R1 034). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R16 771

February

R15 913

March

R15 398

April

R17 649

May

R17 611

June

R19 271

July

R18 946

August

R19 729

September

R17 534

October

R17 744

November

R16 790

December

R18 889

Temperature and rainfall in South Korea by month

Plan your trip to South Korea by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

2 - 25 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Korea, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to South Korea?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to South Korea. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to South Korea. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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Reviews of airlines servicing South Korea

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Korea. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Korea. Reviews last updated 26 April 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly to South Korea, see what other customers have to say about Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines and Ethiopian Air. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8,1
Very Good
4 067 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7,9
Good
1 626 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7,8
Good
1 133 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7,7
Good
4 467 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

  • How long is the flight to Korea?

    Travellers who are coming from Cape Town International Airport will find that the quickest flight time to Seoul, South Korea is 18h and 10m. The longest flight time is 43h and 25m. If you are going to be flying out of OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, the shortest flight time is 18h and 35 minutes. The longest will be 36h and 50 m. Various elements will affect the flight times. The number of stopovers and the length of those stopovers tend to be the largest factors, as they will naturally add a substantial amount of time to the overall flight.

  • Which cities offer direct flights to Korea?

    You will not be able to find any direct flights into South Korea when coming from cities in South Africa. However, you will be able to find Korea flight deals that have just a single stopover. Ethiopian Airlines offers a flight out of Cape Town with a single stopover in Addis Ababa for 25m before heading to Incheon International Airport in Seoul. If you are instead coming from Johannesburg, you will also find one-stop flights. Ethiopian Airlines offers a flight with a 2h stopover in Addis Ababa before heading into Seoul.

  • What is the best way to travel around Korea?

    Many different transportation options are available in South Korea. You can use domestic flights to reach some of the distant areas you may want to visit. Asiana Air and Korean Air offer domestic flights. Travelling by rail is popular, as well, and Korail connects the major destinations in the country. The Korea Rail Pass and Korea Rail Pack are options for those who want to try train travel. You can also find ferry terminals at Gyeokpo, Gunsan, Wando, and other areas. Car rentals and taxis are available, as well.

  • What are some things to do in Korea?

    Those who are travelling to South Korea will find that the country has a wealth of things for you to see and do. You might want to spend some time experiencing all that the city of Seoul can offer, including heading to the top of N Seoul Tower, which is already on top of Namsan Mountain, providing incredible views of the city. You may want to spend some time in Hallyeo Maritime National Park and visit some of the 400 nearby islands. You could also head to the Seorak Mountain Range or Bukhansan National Park to go hiking. Other places to visit include Hoam Art Museum and Magic Island.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Korea?

    When you are travelling to South Korea from South Africa, you will find that there is no need to get a visa. However, you will still need to have a passport. This passport needs to be valid for at least six months from the date you arrive at in the country.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to South Korea if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Korea on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to South Korea?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Korea.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in South Korea?

    Jeju City Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South Korea. One-way flights to Jeju City Airport typically cost R1 414, while return flights cost around R917.

  • How much is a return flight to South Korea?

    A return flight to South Korea will typically cost around R227, however they can be found for as little as R219.

  • Where does the fastest flight to South Korea depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to South Korea, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 15 minutes).

  • Does Incheon Intl Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Incheon Intl Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Incheon Intl Airport?

    Yes. Incheon Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Darakhyu Incheon Airport Terminal 2 Capsule Hotel by Walkerhill is the closest property to Incheon Intl Airport (0,0 km away from Incheon Intl Airport).

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