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Cheap flights from South Africa to South Korea from R8 382

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 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ICN
Dec 25 — Jan 11
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 25 November 2025.

Tue 2/1219:55JNB - ICN
1 stop28h 30mSingapore Airlines
Fri 20/212:35ICN - JNB
1 stop24h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 25/11R14 807
Tue 9/1219:55JNB - ICN
1 stop19h 05mSingapore Airlines
Fri 20/212:35ICN - JNB
1 stop37h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 25/11R15 258
Tue 9/129:50JNB - ICN
1 stop17h 55mEtihad Airways
Fri 20/223:45ICN - JNB
1 stop39h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/11R15 414
Wed 10/1210:10JNB - ICN
2 stops28h 45mAir China
Wed 24/1211:10ICN - JNB
2 stops51h 30mAir China
Deal found 24/11R16 401
Tue 2/1219:10JNB - ICN
1 stop40h 10mTurkish Airlines
Thu 19/20:10ICN - JNB
1 stop41h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/11R16 539
Thu 25/1219:10JNB - ICN
1 stop30h 55mTurkish Airlines
Mon 29/1210:45ICN - JNB
1 stop31h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/11R16 661
Sat 27/128:20JNB - ICN
1 stop24h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/10:05ICN - JNB
1 stop20h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 24/11R16 886
Sat 27/128:20JNB - ICN
1 stop24h 25mEthiopian Air
Sat 10/10:05ICN - JNB
1 stop20h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/11R17 111
Sun 30/1112:35CPT - ICN
1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 8/120:20ICN - CPT
1 stop41h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/11R17 405
Wed 24/128:20JNB - ICN
1 stop24h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 26/120:05ICN - JNB
1 stop34h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/11R17 596
Tue 25/1113:50CPT - ICN
1 stop18h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 4/10:05ICN - CPT
1 stop20h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 24/11R18 185
Tue 16/1213:50CPT - ICN
1 stop18h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 5/10:05ICN - CPT
1 stop19h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/11R18 496

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 25 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 768

One-way from

R8 382

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 686
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 31/1-7/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 35m total
  • South Africa to South Korea
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19/3
  • 19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 15m total
  • South Africa to South Korea
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R8 137 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 484 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 25 November 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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JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

13:40-15:40

1 stop19h 00m

Incheon Intl

Fri 20/2

12:35-18:35

1 stop37h 00m

R13 994

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

9:50-10:45

1 stop17h 55m

Incheon Intl

Sat 7/2

17:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

R14 271

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/1

12:45-17:15

1 stop21h 30m

Incheon Intl

Wed 28/1

0:20-15:35

1 stop22h 15m

R14 600

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

14:30-15:45

1 stop18h 15m

Incheon Intl

Mon 26/1

0:05-13:05

1 stop20h 00m

R15 223

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/1

12:45-17:15

1 stop21h 30m

Incheon Intl

Fri 16/1

18:30-8:40

1 stop21h 10m

R15 223

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/12

9:50-10:45

1 stop17h 55m

Incheon Intl

Fri 20/2

23:45-8:20

1 stop39h 35m

R15 483

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

19:55-15:40

1 stop36h 45m

Incheon Intl

Fri 13/2

12:35-18:35

1 stop37h 00m

R15 639

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

19:50-22:20

1 stop19h 30m

Incheon Intl

Mon 31/8

23:50-18:35

1 stop25h 45m

R15 864

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/1

10:40-22:00

2 stops28h 20m

Incheon Intl

Sun 25/1

16:55-9:25

2 stops47h 30m

R16 401

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

10:40-15:40

2 stops22h 00m

Incheon Intl

Wed 1/4

9:00-9:25

2 stops31h 25m

R16 401

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Korea from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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 R10 824). Flying from South Africa to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 236). 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 25 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from South Africa to South Korea at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to South Korea?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to South Korea. Price data was last updated on 3 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to South Korea flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 25 November 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 421 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 421 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 421 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 409 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 421 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 674 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 421 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 312 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 421 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
898 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 421 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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 Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways 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 3h 35m. 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 R8 936. Users have also found prices from R9 317 and R9 647 on Singapore Airlines and Turkish Airlines, 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 R10 824). Flying from South Africa to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 236). 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 25 November 2025.
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 313AverageR16 678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 818AverageR16 656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapestR13 786AverageR15 104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 835AverageR15 716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 036AverageR17 182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 424AverageR17 602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR15 343AverageR18 664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR15 972AverageR19 423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 687AverageR21 195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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