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Cheap flights from South Africa to South Korea from R7 660

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ICN
Jun 9 — Jun 161
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 10 May 2026.

Mon 1/612:40
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 4/623:45
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/5R13 470
Mon 1/612:40
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/623:45
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R13 502
Sun 30/812:40
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sat 5/91:20
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R13 519
Mon 1/612:40
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/623:45
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop41h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5R13 552
Tue 12/512:40
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Tue 19/523:45
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop41h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R13 568
Wed 13/512:40
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 24/81:20
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop38h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/5R13 633
Mon 1/612:40
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 3/81:20
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R13 666
Mon 15/612:40
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 29/61:20
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop38h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R13 682
Thu 18/613:15
CPT
-
ICN
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Tue 30/61:20
ICN
-
CPT
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R13 764
Sun 21/612:40
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sat 27/61:20
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R13 781
Wed 13/512:40
JNB
-
ICN
1 stop21h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 10/81:20
ICN
-
JNB
1 stop38h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R13 797
Tue 26/519:30
CPT
-
ICN
1 stop39h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 28/71:20
ICN
-
CPT
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R13 846

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 10 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 470

One-way from

R7 660

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 337
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/6-4/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 05m total
  • South Africa to South Korea
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 50m total
  • South Africa to South Korea
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R13 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 393 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 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 10 May 2026.
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Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

19:30-17:30

1 stop39h 00m

Incheon Intl

Wed 10/6

23:45-13:10

1 stop44h 25m

R13 977

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

13:15-17:05

1 stop20h 50m

Incheon Intl

Fri 26/6

18:30-10:15

1 stop22h 45m

R14 861

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

19:30-17:30

1 stop39h 00m

Incheon Intl

Tue 16/6

1:20-17:30

1 stop23h 10m

R15 826

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

12:40-22:25

2 stops26h 45m

Incheon Intl

Mon 24/8

1:20-4:00

1 stop33h 40m

R15 974

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/7

19:30-17:05

1 stop38h 35m

Incheon Intl

Thu 20/8

1:20-17:30

1 stop23h 10m

R15 974

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

19:30-17:05

1 stop38h 35m

Incheon Intl

Wed 17/6

1:20-10:15

1 stop39h 55m

R16 465

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

20:25-22:20

1 stop18h 55m

Incheon Intl

Thu 27/8

23:00-19:20

2 stops27h 20m

R16 514

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/10

10:40-22:20

2 stops28h 40m

Incheon Intl

Sun 18/10

11:00-9:25

2 stops29h 25m

R16 678

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/8

13:45-7:45

1 stop35h 00m

Incheon Intl

Wed 2/9

23:00-6:10

2 stops38h 10m

R16 808
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

14:45-17:05

1 stop19h 20m

Incheon Intl

Mon 28/9

1:20-15:20

1 stop21h 00m

R17 054

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to South Korea?

Booking 74 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.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to South Korea (average of R6 137). Flying from South Africa to South Korea in March is currently the most expensive (average of R27 938). 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 10 May 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
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

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
1 510 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

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
3 571 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

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
3 728 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

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
1 435 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

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
999 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

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 Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines fly from South Africa to South Korea in about 18h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 20h 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to South Korea (average of R6 137). Flying from South Africa to South Korea in March is currently the most expensive (average of R27 938). 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

Discover the top 8 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 10 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 005AverageR15 464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 749AverageR14 706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 851AverageR16 889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China EasternCheapestR13 028AverageR14 328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 224AverageR16 626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 799AverageR16 135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR15 065AverageR18 442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 714AverageR18 694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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