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Cheap flights from South Africa to South Korea from R7 862

JNB — ICN
Nov 29 — Dec 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to South Korea

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to South Korea

Wed 11/119:50 -
1 stop18h 00m
Wed 18/1118:00 -
1 stop21h 25m
Deal found 26/10R12 383
Tue 3/119:50 -
1 stop18h 00m
Tue 10/1118:00 -
1 stop21h 25m
Deal found 26/10R12 433
Sun 1/119:50 -
1 stop29h 05m
Tue 17/1118:00 -
1 stop21h 25m
Deal found 26/10R12 649
Tue 3/119:50 -
1 stop18h 00m
Wed 11/1118:00 -
1 stop21h 25m
Deal found 26/10R12 666
Tue 17/119:50 -
1 stop18h 00m
Tue 24/1118:00 -
1 stop21h 25m
Deal found 26/10R12 882
Mon 16/119:50 -
1 stop18h 00m
Mon 30/1118:00 -
1 stop21h 25m
Deal found 27/10R13 048
Tue 1/129:50 -
1 stop18h 00m
Tue 8/1218:00 -
1 stop21h 25m
Deal found 29/10R13 131
Wed 18/119:50 -
1 stop18h 00m
Fri 27/1118:00 -
1 stop21h 25m
Deal found 29/10R13 447
Tue 1/129:50 -
1 stop18h 00m
Wed 9/1218:00 -
1 stop21h 25m
Deal found 29/10R13 796
Thu 19/1112:35 -
1 stop21h 40m
Fri 4/1218:30 -
1 stop23h 00m
Deal found 25/10R13 996
Fri 6/1112:35 -
1 stop21h 40m
Fri 20/1118:30 -
1 stop23h 00m
Deal found 27/10R14 079
Thu 3/1212:35 -
1 stop21h 40m
Fri 22/118:30 -
1 stop23h 00m
Deal found 27/10R15 458

Find flight deals from South Africa to South Korea

Round-trip from

R12 383

One-way from

R7 862

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 442
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 11/11-18/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 25m total
  • South Africa to South Korea
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/2-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 40m total
  • South Africa to South Korea
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R3 042 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 609 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cape TownIncheon

CPT Cape Town Intl - ICN Incheon Intl

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/2

12:35-17:15

1 stop21h 40m

Incheon Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 912

Cape TownIncheon

CPT Cape Town Intl - ICN Incheon Intl

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/2

12:35-17:15

1 stop21h 40m

Incheon Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 294
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ICN Incheon Intl

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/1

13:45-17:15

1 stop20h 30m

Incheon Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 726

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ICN Incheon Intl

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

13:45-17:15

1 stop20h 30m

Incheon Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 793

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ICN Incheon Intl

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

11:00-10:00

2 stops40h 00m

Incheon Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 524

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ICN Incheon Intl

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

11:00-10:00

2 stops40h 00m

Incheon Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 574

Cape TownIncheon

CPT Cape Town Intl - ICN Incheon Intl

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/1

10:40-15:40

2 stops22h 00m

Incheon Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 624

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ICN Incheon Intl

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/2

13:40-9:50

1 stop37h 10m

Incheon Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 674

Cape TownIncheon

CPT Cape Town Intl - ICN Incheon Intl

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/2

10:40-7:25

2 stops37h 45m

Incheon Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 940

Cape TownIncheon

CPT Cape Town Intl - ICN Incheon Intl

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/12

23:55-18:55

3 stops60h 00m

Incheon Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 973

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to South Korea

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to South Korea?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to South Korea (average of R14 278). Flying from South Africa to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 669). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to South Korea?

Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to South Korea. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Korea

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways from South Africa to South Korea. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 630 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 630 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 630 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 533 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 630 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 715 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 630 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 549 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 630 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Ethiopian Air
7,1
Good
1 043 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 630 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to South Korea?

    Airlines like Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Cathay Pacific fly from South Africa to South Korea in about 18h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 40m. There are 12411 km between South Africa and South Korea. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to South Korea one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Singapore Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R7 365. Users have also found prices from R7 380 and R7 936 on Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to South Korea that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to South Korea flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to South Korea?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to South Korea.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to South Korea?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to South Korea 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 South Africa to South Korea?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to South Korea (average of R14 278). Flying from South Africa to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 669). 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 8 airlines flying from South Africa to South Korea

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 797AverageR17 938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 540AverageR17 544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 700AverageR14 055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 089AverageR16 699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 598AverageR17 669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 703AverageR16 421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air ChinaCheapestR15 382AverageR16 386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 221AverageR19 712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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