Cheap flights from South Africa to South Korea from R7 765

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
Apr 15 — Apr 221
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
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 16 March 2026.

Tue 12/519:50
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop19h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 26/516:45
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/3R12 468
Wed 29/719:50
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop19h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 11/811:05
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop26h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/3R12 502
Mon 1/619:50
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop31h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 7/616:45
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/3R12 570
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop18h 05m
Etihad Airways
Thu 7/517:50
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/3R12 857
Sat 11/49:45
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop29h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sat 18/417:50
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/3R13 044
Wed 8/412:40
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/50:15
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/3R13 145
Fri 24/49:45
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop18h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 1/517:50
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/3R13 230
Tue 28/413:50
CPT
-
ICN
2 stops25h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 4/51:35
ICN
-
CPT
2 stops66h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/3R14 668
Thu 19/1117:15
CPT
-
ICN
1 stop32h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 23/1110:45
ICN
-
CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/3R15 344
Mon 27/415:25
CPT
-
ICN
2 stops47h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sun 3/51:35
ICN
-
CPT
2 stops66h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R15 598
Sat 18/415:25
CPT
-
ICN
2 stops47h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sun 3/51:35
ICN
-
CPT
2 stops66h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/3R15 700
Wed 13/510:40
CPT
-
ICN
2 stops38h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 27/511:30
ICN
-
CPT
2 stops28h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 11/3R15 852

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 16 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 468

One-way from

R7 765

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 482
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 12/5-26/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 20m total
  • South Africa to South Korea
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 20m total
  • South Africa to South Korea
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R802 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 751 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 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 16 March 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

19:50-22:20

1 stop19h 30m

Incheon Intl

Wed 27/5

23:50-6:10

1 stop37h 20m

R14 211

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

9:45-22:00

1 stop29h 15m

Incheon Intl

Fri 1/5

1:35-8:15

1 stop37h 40m

R14 600

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

19:50-9:50

1 stop31h 00m

Incheon Intl

Sun 31/5

23:50-18:35

1 stop25h 45m

R14 888

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

19:50-22:20

1 stop19h 30m

Incheon Intl

Fri 8/5

23:00-18:35

2 stops26h 35m

R15 057

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/4

15:25-22:00

2 stops47h 35m

Incheon Intl

Wed 6/5

17:50-14:35

2 stops51h 45m

R15 886
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

14:45-18:05

1 stop20h 20m

Incheon Intl

Sat 16/5

0:15-16:10

1 stop22h 55m

R16 410

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/4

13:00-18:05

1 stop22h 05m

Incheon Intl

Tue 5/5

0:15-11:30

1 stop42h 15m

R16 444

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

10:40-22:20

2 stops28h 40m

Incheon Intl

Thu 28/5

9:00-9:25

2 stops31h 25m

R16 647

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

19:50-22:20

1 stop19h 30m

Incheon Intl

Sun 7/6

23:00-18:35

2 stops26h 35m

R16 749

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/4

13:00-18:05

1 stop22h 05m

Incheon Intl

Sun 19/4

0:15-11:30

1 stop42h 15m

R16 782

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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 R8 239). Flying from South Africa to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 160). 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 16 March 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.

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

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, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways fly from South Africa to South Korea in about 19h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 45m. 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 496. Users have also found prices from R7 528 and R8 122 on Qatar Airways 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to South Korea (average of R8 239). Flying from South Africa to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 160). 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 16 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 969AverageR16 420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapestR13 466AverageR14 810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 550AverageR17 655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 845AverageR15 373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 854AverageR17 219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR14 264AverageR18 480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 453AverageR15 325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR15 600AverageR19 192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 277AverageR20 078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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