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

Airlines like Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines 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 13h 05m. There are 12411 km between South Africa and South Korea. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Korea ranges from 20.0 - 260.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit South Korea when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

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).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to KR?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to South Korea as you normally would.

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.

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Find flight deals from South Africa to South Korea

Round-trip from	R12 368
One-way from	R7 774
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R15 465

Etihad Airways
10/11-17/11
2 total stops
39h 25m total
South Africa to South Korea

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Qatar Airways
6/11-31/12
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21h 40m total
South Africa to South Korea

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Cape TownIncheon

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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 299). Flying from South Africa to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 695). 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.

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8,2

Very Good

1 629 reviews

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1 / 20

4,0

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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

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Cathay Pacific

7,6

Good

1 531 reviews

Singapore Airlines

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1 629 reviews

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SIN - SEA

Qatar Airways

7,3

Good

3 712 reviews

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1 629 reviews

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SIN - SEA

Etihad Airways

7,3

Good

1 549 reviews

Singapore Airlines

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Very Good

1 629 reviews

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Ethiopian Air

7,1

Good

1 043 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 629 reviews

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SIN - SEA

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from South Africa to South Korea?
Airlines like Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines 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 13h 05m. There are 12411 km between South Africa and South Korea. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
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 299). Flying from South Africa to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 695). 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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Ethiopian Air	CheapestR9 812	AverageR17 965	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Singapore Airlines	CheapestR11 557	AverageR17 570	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR11 718	AverageR14 076	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR13 109	AverageR16 724	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	CheapestR14 620	AverageR17 696	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR14 725	AverageR16 446	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air China	CheapestR15 405	AverageR16 411	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air China flights
Emirates	CheapestR17 246	AverageR19 742	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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