Cheap flights from South Africa to South Korea from R9 030

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 26/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ICN
Oct 14 — Oct 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap 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 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 823

One-way from

R9 030

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 838
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 28/10-4/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 76h 40m total
  • South Africa to South Korea
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 40m total
  • South Africa to South Korea
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R11 652 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 925 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from South Africa to South Korea

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 September 2025.

Tue 28/109:50JNB - ICN
2 stops46h 15mChina Eastern
Tue 4/118:55ICN - JNB
2 stops30h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 13/9R13 823
Tue 21/109:50JNB - ICN
2 stops46h 00mChina Eastern
Sun 26/1016:20ICN - JNB
2 stops47h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 13/9R13 893
Tue 28/109:50JNB - ICN
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1112:25ICN - JNB
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9R14 240
Tue 28/109:50JNB - ICN
1 stop17h 55mEtihad Airways
Tue 4/1117:50ICN - JNB
1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/9R14 327
Sat 25/109:50JNB - ICN
2 stops24h 35mChina Eastern
Tue 4/118:55ICN - JNB
2 stops30h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 13/9R14 483
Tue 21/109:50JNB - ICN
1 stop29h 15mEtihad Airways
Sun 26/1023:45ICN - JNB
1 stop39h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/9R14 709
Sat 6/129:50JNB - ICN
1 stop17h 55mEtihad Airways
Sat 13/1217:50ICN - JNB
1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/9R14 796
Mon 27/109:50JNB - ICN
2 stops44h 40mChina Eastern
Mon 3/1112:55ICN - JNB
2 stops50h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/9R14 813
Sat 25/109:50JNB - ICN
1 stop17h 55mEtihad Airways
Tue 4/1117:50ICN - JNB
1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/9R14 970
Mon 20/109:50JNB - ICN
1 stop17h 55mEtihad Airways
Fri 7/1117:50ICN - JNB
1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/9R15 386
Thu 27/1114:30JNB - ICN
1 stop18h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 28/120:30ICN - JNB
1 stop26h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/9R15 508
Tue 28/1017:15CPT - ICN
1 stop42h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/110:10ICN - CPT
2 stops45h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/9R16 098

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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 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to South Korea that are best for you.

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South Africa

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South Korea

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/10

9:50-15:05

2 stops46h 15m

Incheon Intl

Tue 4/11

8:55-8:20

2 stops30h 25m

R13 823

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/10

9:50-10:45

1 stop17h 55m

Incheon Intl

Tue 4/11

17:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

R14 327

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/12

9:50-11:55

2 stops43h 05m

Incheon Intl

Sat 13/12

8:55-8:20

2 stops30h 25m

R15 664

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/10

20:25-17:15

1 stop37h 50m

Incheon Intl

Tue 4/11

8:55-8:20

2 stops30h 25m

R16 654

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/12

10:10-16:35

2 stops23h 25m

Incheon Intl

Sat 10/1

17:50-7:40

2 stops44h 50m

R17 609

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/12

9:50-10:45

1 stop17h 55m

Incheon Intl

Sun 18/1

17:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

R17 765

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/10

22:20-6:05

2 stops24h 45m

Incheon Intl

Fri 14/11

0:30-13:05

1 stop19h 35m

R18 512

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/10

11:20-6:05

2 stops35h 45m

Incheon Intl

Fri 24/10

18:30-8:20

1 stop20h 50m

R18 547

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/12

13:45-6:00

3 stops33h 15m

Incheon Intl

Sat 13/12

8:55-8:20

2 stops30h 25m

R18 738

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

10:10-21:55

2 stops28h 45m

Incheon Intl

Mon 29/12

11:10-7:40

2 stops51h 30m

R18 946

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to South Korea

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to South Korea (average of R830). Flying from South Africa to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 028). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to South Korea. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 September 2025.

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.

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 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, 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.

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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 China Eastern, Etihad Airways, and Air China fly from South Africa to South Korea in about 17h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 28h 20m. 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 Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R9 030. Users have also found prices from R9 881 and R9 899 on Singapore Airlines and Ethiopian Air, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to South Korea (average of R830). Flying from South Africa to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 028). 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 9 airlines flying from South Africa to South Korea

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 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 853AverageR16 609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapestR13 541AverageR15 249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 623AverageR16 009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 087AverageR17 203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 601AverageR17 526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 901AverageR16 449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air ChinaCheapestR15 326AverageR18 426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR16 006AverageR19 383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 827AverageR21 925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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