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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Seoul from R8 420

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 14/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — SEL
Feb 6 — Feb 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Seoul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Seoul (SEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 7 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 961

One-way from

R8 420

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R17 233
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 20/2-27/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 40m total
  • Cape Town to Seoul
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Seoul
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 940 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Seoul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 January 2026.

Tue 13/113:50CPT - ICN
1 stop18h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/223:40ICN - CPT
1 stop21h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/1R14 634
Tue 13/113:50CPT - ICN
1 stop18h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 30/10:05ICN - CPT
1 stop21h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/1R14 797
Fri 20/214:35CPT - ICN
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 27/223:40ICN - CPT
1 stop21h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1R14 961
Mon 16/212:35CPT - ICN
1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways
Sun 22/30:20ICN - CPT
1 stop24h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/1R15 239
Fri 20/210:40CPT - ICN
2 stops22h 00mSingapore Airlines
Fri 27/216:55ICN - CPT
2 stops23h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/1R15 402
Wed 14/117:15CPT - ICN
1 stop32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/110:45ICN - CPT
2 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1R16 252
Mon 16/210:40CPT - ICN
2 stops22h 00mSingapore Airlines
Mon 23/38:50ICN - CPT
2 stops31h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/1R16 449
Thu 19/210:40CPT - ICN
2 stops22h 00mSingapore Airlines
Thu 26/212:35ICN - CPT
2 stops27h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/1R16 677
Wed 18/310:40CPT - ICN
2 stops28h 20mSingapore Airlines
Wed 1/411:05ICN - CPT
2 stops29h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/1R16 841
Thu 19/212:35CPT - ICN
1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways
Wed 25/20:20ICN - CPT
1 stop24h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1R17 201
Thu 8/112:35CPT - ICN
1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways
Fri 30/118:30ICN - CPT
1 stop29h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/1R17 233

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Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/1

14:35-15:45

1 stop18h 10m

Incheon Intl

Thu 29/1

0:05-13:45

1 stop20h 40m

R14 797

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/2

14:35-15:20

1 stop17h 45m

Incheon Intl

Fri 27/2

23:40-14:35

1 stop21h 55m

R14 961

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/2

12:35-17:15

1 stop21h 40m

Incheon Intl

Sun 22/3

0:20-17:30

1 stop24h 10m

R15 239

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/2

10:40-15:40

2 stops22h 00m

Incheon Intl

Fri 27/2

16:55-9:25

2 stops23h 30m

R15 402

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/1

17:15-9:05

1 stop32h 50m

Incheon Intl

Fri 30/1

10:45-17:30

2 stops37h 45m

R16 252

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/2

10:40-15:40

2 stops22h 00m

Incheon Intl

Mon 23/3

8:50-9:25

2 stops31h 35m

R16 449

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

10:40-22:00

2 stops28h 20m

Incheon Intl

Wed 1/4

11:05-9:25

2 stops29h 20m

R16 841

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/2

12:35-17:15

1 stop21h 40m

Incheon Intl

Wed 25/2

0:20-17:30

1 stop24h 10m

R17 201

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/1

13:50-10:45

2 stops37h 55m

Incheon Intl

Sat 31/1

17:50-19:55

2 stops33h 05m

R18 100

Cape TownIncheon

CPT - ICN

CPTICN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/2

19:00-17:15

1 stop39h 15m

R8 453

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Seoul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Seoul

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Seoul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Seoul. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

Booking 16 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Seoul. 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 Cape Town to Seoul?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Seoul (average of R11 265). Flying from Cape Town to Seoul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 190). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Seoul?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Cape Town to Seoul?

Share of one-stop return flights from Cape Town to Seoul chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 38% of one-stop itineraries from Cape Town to Seoul on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Cape Town to Seoul?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Cape Town to Seoul, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R15 393.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Cape Town to Seoul?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Seoul, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 18h 47m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Cape Town to Seoul?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Seoul, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 15m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Seoul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Seoul. 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 Seoul. Reviews last updated 7 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways from Cape Town to Seoul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 461 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 461 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 461 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 427 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 461 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 701 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 461 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 152 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 461 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
935 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 461 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Seoul?

    Located just 15,6 km from the city centre, Cape Town Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Seoul from Cape Town. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Seoul should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Seoul from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Seoul?

    Departing from Cape Town to Seoul will take you 18h 10m. The distance between Cape Town and Seoul is about 13644 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Seoul round-trip?

    Currently priced at R11 355, Singapore Airlines will fly you from Cape Town to Seoul and back. In addition to Singapore Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R13 624 and R14 029, respectively. These flights start at 32% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Seoul one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R7 396. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines and Ethiopian Air, as they are both options that can get you from Cape Town to Seoul for a low price.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Seoul?

    Cape Town to Seoul flights have a stopover in Doha most often. Johannesburg sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Cape Town to Seoul. Singapore comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Cape Town to Seoul flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Johannesburg?

    The majority of Johannesburg visitors spend their time at Gold Reef City, Johannesburg Planetarium, and Carlton Centre. Gold Reef City, Johannesburg Planetarium, and Carlton Centre are located about 25,0 km, 21,6 km, and 20,5 km, respectively from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Travellers can book a car hire at Johannesburg OR Tambo for about R452 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Seoul flights?

    Cape Town to Seoul flights have a stopover in Addis Ababa the least frequently. Dubai follows Addis Ababa in terms of the least common stopover location on Cape Town to Seoul flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Seoul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Seoul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Seoul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Seoul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Seoul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Seoul 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 Cape Town to Seoul?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Seoul (average of R11 265). Flying from Cape Town to Seoul in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 190). 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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Fly from Cape Town to Seoul on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Seoul. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 7 January 2026.
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Top 5 airlines flying from Cape Town to Seoul

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Seoul. 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 7 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 353AverageR13 965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 614AverageR16 751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 029AverageR15 134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR16 148AverageR18 378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 344AverageR20 344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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