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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Seoul from R8 743

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SEL
May 23 — May 301
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Seoul are usually found in February or March, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Seoul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) 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 18 May 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 395

One-way from

R8 743

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 062
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 20/6-22/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Seoul
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15/6
  • 15/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Seoul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R12 876 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 214 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Seoul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 May 2025.

Fri 20/68:20JNB - ICN
1 stop24h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 22/60:35ICN - JNB
1 stop19h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/5R15 395
Thu 12/69:50JNB - ICN
1 stop29h 15mEtihad Airways
Mon 23/61:35ICN - JNB
1 stop37h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/5R15 503
Thu 27/1113:45JNB - ICN
1 stop18h 55mSingapore Airlines
Mon 29/1223:15ICN - JNB
1 stop26h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/5R15 918
Sat 7/614:30JNB - ICN
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/61:35ICN - JNB
1 stop37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R16 297
Wed 4/610:10JNB - ICN
2 stops23h 25mAir China
Wed 11/617:50ICN - JNB
2 stops44h 50mAir China
Deal found 16/5R16 693
Tue 10/619:00JNB - ICN
1 stop31h 55mLufthansa
Wed 18/611:40ICN - JNB
2 stops27h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 17/5R18 171
Sun 25/513:55JNB - ICN
1 stop20h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 1/615:10ICN - JNB
2 stops32h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R18 352
Sat 7/611:20JNB - ICN
1 stop18h 20mCathay Pacific
Sat 14/610:10ICN - JNB
1 stop28h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/5R19 794
Wed 4/617:55JNB - ICN
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Fri 20/610:20ICN - JNB
1 stop31h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/5R19 992

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Seoul 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 18 May 2025.
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JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/6

8:20-16:00

1 stop24h 40m

Incheon Intl

Sun 22/6

0:35-13:05

1 stop19h 30m

R15 395

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/6

9:50-22:05

1 stop29h 15m

Incheon Intl

Mon 23/6

1:35-8:20

1 stop37h 45m

R15 503

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/6

14:30-16:00

1 stop18h 30m

Incheon Intl

Mon 16/6

1:35-8:20

1 stop37h 45m

R16 297

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/6

10:10-16:35

2 stops23h 25m

Incheon Intl

Wed 11/6

17:50-7:40

2 stops44h 50m

R16 693

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/6

19:50-7:45

1 stop28h 55m

Incheon Intl

Wed 11/6

9:00-6:10

1 stop28h 10m

R16 819

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/6

19:00-9:55

1 stop31h 55m

Incheon Intl

Wed 18/6

11:40-8:35

2 stops27h 55m

R18 171

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/6

11:20-12:40

1 stop18h 20m

Incheon Intl

Sat 14/6

10:10-7:40

1 stop28h 30m

R19 794

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/6

17:55-8:40

1 stop31h 45m

Incheon Intl

Fri 20/6

10:20-10:35

1 stop31h 15m

R19 992

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/6

20:25-19:05

2 stops39h 40m

Incheon Intl

Tue 17/6

11:00-9:35

2 stops29h 35m

R21 272

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/6

9:50-0:45

3 stops55h 55m

R8 743

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Seoul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Seoul from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Seoul

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Seoul. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Seoul, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Seoul?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Seoul (average of R830). Flying from Johannesburg to Seoul 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 JNB to SEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Seoul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 May 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Seoul in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Seoul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Seoul. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Seoul flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Seoul by month

Plan your trip to Seoul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Seoul ranges from 27.0 - 253.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 253.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Seoul when rainfall is around 27.0 mm.

Temperature in Seoul by month

Plan your trip to Seoul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Seoul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

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 18 May 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific from Johannesburg to Seoul by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 233 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 233 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 233 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 294 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 233 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
868 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 233 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 571 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 233 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 208 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 233 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Flying on Ethiopian Air is currently your cheapest option to Seoul, with prices starting at R15 395. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Etihad Airways and Air China, with the lowest prices starting at R15 503 and R16 693, respectively. Ethiopian Air is 6% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Seoul are Ethiopian Air (R8 779), Etihad Airways (R9 897), and Cathay Pacific (R10 834).

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

    Johannesburg to Seoul flights have a stopover in Doha most often. Johannesburg to Seoul flights stop in Addis Ababa the next most. Addis Ababa is followed by Singapore in terms of the most popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Seoul flights.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg to Seoul is Beijing. Beijing is followed by Abu Dhabi in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg to Seoul. Abu Dhabi is followed by Hong Kong in terms of the least popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Seoul flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Seoul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Seoul?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Seoul (average of R830). Flying from Johannesburg to Seoul 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 Johannesburg to Seoul

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 18 May 2025.
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 259AverageR14 522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR14 002AverageR16 249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 594AverageR16 578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 322AverageR17 033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR15 706AverageR17 596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR16 177AverageR17 529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 599AverageR17 606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 183AverageR22 803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR21 005AverageR25 708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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