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Cheap flights from South Africa to South Korea from R7 493

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ICN
Mar 16 — Mar 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to South Korea
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to South Korea. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 February 2026.

Wed 25/212:45
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop38h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/323:45
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2R11 072
Wed 29/719:50
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop28h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 11/816:45
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop20h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 11/2R11 312
Wed 22/419:50
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop28h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 7/516:45
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 11/2R11 823
Mon 23/212:45
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/323:45
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2R11 903
Wed 22/419:50
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop28h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 8/59:00
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop40h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 11/2R12 015
Fri 11/919:50
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop30h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 21/916:45
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/2R12 510
Mon 16/39:50
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop17h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 23/323:45
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop39h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/2R12 766
Tue 3/312:45
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop21h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/30:20
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/2R12 878
Mon 16/39:50
JNB
-
ICN
2 stops37h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/323:45
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/2R13 006
Sat 28/212:45
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop21h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 6/30:20
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/2R13 293
Wed 4/312:35
CPT
-
ICN
1 stop21h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 24/30:20
ICN
-
CPT
1 stop24h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/2R13 709
Tue 13/1013:15
CPT
-
ICN
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 21/101:20
ICN
-
CPT
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/2R13 772

Find flight deals from South Africa to South Korea

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to South Korea flight deals. Data was last updated 14 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 072

One-way from

R7 493

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 197
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 25/2-4/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 78h 20m total
  • South Africa to South Korea
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 20m total
  • South Africa to South Korea
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R986 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 545 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to South Korea 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 14 February 2026.
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JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/7

13:45-15:30

1 stop18h 45m

Incheon Intl

Tue 11/8

16:45-18:35

1 stop32h 50m

R11 839

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

19:50-22:20

1 stop19h 30m

Incheon Intl

Fri 3/7

9:00-18:35

1 stop40h 35m

R12 766

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

12:45-17:15

1 stop21h 30m

Incheon Intl

Fri 20/3

0:20-15:35

1 stop22h 15m

R12 878

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

12:45-17:15

1 stop21h 30m

Incheon Intl

Fri 6/3

0:20-15:35

1 stop22h 15m

R13 293

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

8:20-16:00

1 stop24h 40m

Incheon Intl

Fri 29/5

0:20-13:05

1 stop19h 45m

R13 661

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

19:55-9:50

1 stop30h 55m

Incheon Intl

Fri 20/3

8:50-18:35

1 stop40h 45m

R13 693

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

12:35-17:15

1 stop21h 40m

Incheon Intl

Tue 24/3

0:20-17:25

1 stop24h 05m

R13 709

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

14:45-18:05

1 stop20h 20m

Incheon Intl

Fri 8/5

0:15-16:10

1 stop22h 55m

R13 900

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

19:50-22:20

1 stop19h 30m

Incheon Intl

Mon 13/4

16:45-18:35

1 stop32h 50m

R14 028

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

19:50-15:30

1 stop36h 40m

Incheon Intl

Thu 7/5

23:00-18:35

2 stops26h 35m

R14 220

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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 R9 938). Flying from South Africa to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 373). 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.

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 14 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, 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
1 452 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 516 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 734 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 394 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Airlines like Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Air fly from South Africa to South Korea in about 18h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 55m. 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 R9 938). Flying from South Africa to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 373). 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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Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to South Korea. 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 14 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 205AverageR15 403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapestR12 718AverageR13 987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 934AverageR16 398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 076AverageR14 502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 138AverageR16 308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 650AverageR14 474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 733AverageR18 160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR14 939AverageR17 304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 317AverageR19 179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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