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Cheap flights from Seoul to Cape Town from R7 878

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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEL — CPT
Feb 12 — Feb 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Seoul to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seoul (SEL) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 13 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 719

One-way from

R7 878

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R17 185
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 2/3-1/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 05m total
  • Seoul to Cape Town
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3/3
  • 3/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 40m total
  • Seoul to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R1 754 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 911 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Seoul to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seoul to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 January 2026.

Mon 19/1016:45
ICN
-
CPT
2 stops23h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 28/1010:40
CPT
-
ICN
2 stops22h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 11/1R11 424
Mon 2/323:40
ICN
-
CPT
1 stop21h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 1/413:50
CPT
-
ICN
1 stop19h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/1R11 719
Wed 21/10:05
ICN
-
CPT
1 stop21h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 29/113:50
CPT
-
ICN
1 stop18h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/1R11 785
Wed 18/223:40
ICN
-
CPT
1 stop21h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 1/313:50
CPT
-
ICN
1 stop18h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/1R12 327
Mon 9/1116:55
ICN
-
CPT
2 stops23h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 13/1110:40
CPT
-
ICN
2 stops28h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/1R12 441
Tue 21/416:45
ICN
-
CPT
2 stops23h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 20/510:40
CPT
-
ICN
2 stops28h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 11/1R12 523
Thu 7/523:50
ICN
-
CPT
2 stops40h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 22/510:40
CPT
-
ICN
2 stops28h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/1R12 622
Sat 24/10:05
ICN
-
CPT
1 stop21h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 1/213:50
CPT
-
ICN
1 stop18h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/1R13 016
Sat 16/511:05
ICN
-
CPT
1 stop29h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 22/510:40
CPT
-
ICN
1 stop28h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 11/1R13 032
Sun 10/50:20
ICN
-
CPT
1 stop19h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 23/513:50
CPT
-
ICN
1 stop19h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/1R13 344

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Seoul to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 13 January 2026.
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IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Tue 21/4

16:45-9:25

2 stops23h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

10:40-22:20

2 stops28h 40m

R12 523

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Sat 16/5

9:00-9:25

2 stops31h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

10:40-22:20

2 stops28h 40m

R13 131

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Sat 31/1

0:05-14:35

1 stop21h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

13:50-15:20

1 stop18h 30m

R13 541

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Sun 1/3

23:40-13:45

1 stop21h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

13:50-15:20

1 stop18h 30m

R13 984

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Thu 21/5

0:20-13:00

1 stop19h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

15:25-16:00

1 stop41h 35m

R14 050

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Mon 2/3

23:40-14:35

1 stop21h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

13:50-15:20

1 stop18h 30m

R14 230

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Mon 2/3

12:35-9:25

2 stops27h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/3

10:40-7:25

2 stops37h 45m

R14 427

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Fri 27/2

12:35-9:25

2 stops27h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

10:40-7:25

2 stops37h 45m

R14 460

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Sat 9/5

23:50-9:25

2 stops40h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

10:40-9:50

2 stops40h 10m

R14 723

IncheonCape Town

ICN - CPT

ICNCPT

Incheon Intl

Mon 13/4

23:50-9:25

2 stops40h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/4

10:40-9:50

2 stops40h 10m

R14 772

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Best time to book a flight from Seoul to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Seoul to Cape Town

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seoul to Cape Town?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to Cape Town (average of R11 096). Flying from Seoul to Cape Town in April is currently the most expensive (average of R16 331). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Seoul to Cape Town?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Seoul to Cape Town?

Share of one-stop return flights from Seoul to Cape Town chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Addis Ababa (ADD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 81% of one-stop itineraries from Seoul to Cape Town on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Seoul to Cape Town?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Seoul to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Doha (DOH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R16 354.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Seoul to Cape Town?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Seoul to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 20h 48m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Seoul to Cape Town?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Seoul to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 04m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 13 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Seoul to Cape Town, such as Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 714 reviews
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Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Leticia,Sept 2025

SDK - KUL

I wasn't allowed to take my carry on on board. I was told it was too heavy at 16lbs
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 714 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 714 reviews
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Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Leticia,Sept 2025

SDK - KUL

I wasn't allowed to take my carry on on board. I was told it was too heavy at 16lbs
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
944 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 714 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Leticia,Sept 2025

SDK - KUL

I wasn't allowed to take my carry on on board. I was told it was too heavy at 16lbs

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seoul to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Seoul?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Seoul to Cape Town. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cape Town Intl from Seoul; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Seoul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Cape Town airport from Seoul. It is only a 15,6 km journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Seoul to Cape Town?

    A quick flight from Seoul to Cape Town can take about 21h 30m. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 541. The distance between Seoul and Cape Town is about 13644 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Seoul to Cape Town round-trip?

    Qatar Airways, at R12 413, was found to be the cheapest airline from Seoul to Cape Town. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Ethiopian Air. Users have found that Qatar Airways is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Seoul to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Seoul to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Seoul to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Seoul to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Seoul to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seoul to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seoul to Cape Town?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to Cape Town (average of R11 096). Flying from Seoul to Cape Town in April is currently the most expensive (average of R16 331). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Seoul to Cape Town

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Seoul to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 13 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 413AverageR17 412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 308AverageR16 319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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