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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul from R9 639

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 17/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SEL
Oct 26 — Nov 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Seoul are usually found in March or February, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Seoul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 26 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 798

One-way from

R9 639

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R15 955
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 28/10-3/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 78h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Seoul
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 17/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Seoul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R11 371 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 923 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Seoul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 September 2025.

Tue 28/109:50JNB - ICN
2 stops27h 55mChina Eastern
Mon 3/1112:55ICN - JNB
2 stops50h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/9R13 798
Mon 10/119:50JNB - ICN
2 stops43h 05mChina Eastern
Mon 17/118:55ICN - JNB
2 stops30h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 26/9R13 815
Tue 28/109:50JNB - ICN
2 stops27h 55mChina Eastern
Sun 2/1116:20ICN - JNB
2 stops47h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/9R14 059
Mon 10/1119:55JNB - ICN
1 stop19h 05mSingapore Airlines
Mon 17/1123:15ICN - JNB
1 stop26h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/9R14 372
Tue 23/129:50JNB - ICN
1 stop29h 05mEtihad Airways
Tue 30/1217:50ICN - JNB
1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/9R14 390
Tue 28/109:50JNB - ICN
1 stop29h 05mEtihad Airways
Mon 3/1123:45ICN - JNB
1 stop39h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/9R14 755
Thu 2/109:50JNB - ICN
1 stop29h 15mEtihad Airways
Wed 3/1223:45ICN - JNB
1 stop39h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/9R14 772
Sat 8/119:50JNB - ICN
1 stop29h 05mEtihad Airways
Fri 21/1117:50ICN - JNB
1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/9R15 051
Tue 23/129:50JNB - ICN
2 stops24h 35mChina Eastern
Tue 30/128:55ICN - JNB
2 stops30h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 24/9R15 120
Sat 8/1113:45JNB - ICN
1 stop20h 30mQatar Airways
Thu 20/110:20ICN - JNB
1 stop21h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/9R15 138
Thu 2/109:50JNB - ICN
2 stops46h 35mChina Eastern
Wed 3/1216:20ICN - JNB
2 stops47h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 26/9R15 364
Thu 27/1114:30JNB - ICN
1 stop18h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 28/120:05ICN - JNB
1 stop20h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/9R15 416

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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 26 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul that are best for you.

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Price

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

9:50-11:55

2 stops43h 05m

Incheon Intl

Mon 17/11

8:55-8:20

2 stops30h 25m

R13 815

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

13:45-17:15

1 stop20h 30m

Incheon Intl

Thu 20/11

0:20-15:15

1 stop21h 55m

R15 138

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/12

9:50-10:45

1 stop17h 55m

Incheon Intl

Fri 9/1

23:45-8:20

1 stop39h 35m

R15 416

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

13:45-17:15

1 stop20h 30m

Incheon Intl

Fri 14/11

0:20-15:35

1 stop22h 15m

R16 721

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

14:30-15:45

1 stop18h 15m

Incheon Intl

Fri 14/11

0:05-3:55

1 stop34h 50m

R17 748

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/12

8:20-15:45

1 stop24h 25m

Incheon Intl

Sat 3/1

17:50-7:40

2 stops44h 50m

R18 600

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

10:25-1:35

3 stops32h 10m

Incheon Intl

Fri 21/11

11:20-8:40

3 stops28h 20m

R18 983

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

23:00-15:45

1 stop33h 45m

Incheon Intl

Sun 28/12

0:05-13:05

1 stop20h 00m

R19 000

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

14:30-15:45

1 stop18h 15m

Incheon Intl

Sat 15/11

14:50-15:25

2 stops31h 35m

R19 192

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/12

9:50-10:45

1 stop17h 55m

Incheon Intl

Fri 19/12

16:10-8:20

2 stops47h 10m

R19 609

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Seoul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Seoul. Price data was last updated on 19 September 2025.

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul (average of R830). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo 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 26 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul?

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

Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 38% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul?

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

Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R14 286.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul?

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

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 17h 55m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul?

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

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 48m.

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 26 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 376 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 376 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 376 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 009 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 376 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 637 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 376 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 263 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 376 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
865 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 376 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul can take about 17h 55m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R15 416. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Seoul is about 12411 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul is Singapore Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R10 872 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Etihad Airways and China Eastern, starting at R13 581 and R13 610 round-trip. Singapore Airlines is priced at 31% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul are Etihad Airways (R9 692), Ethiopian Air (R9 831), and Singapore Airlines (R10 335).

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul flights have a stopover in Doha most of the time. Singapore follows Doha in terms of the most common stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul flights. Addis Ababa comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul flights.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Beijing. Beijing is followed by Shenzhen in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul. Shenzhen is followed by Hong Kong in terms of the least popular stopover location for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Seoul flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Seoul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Seoul?

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

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 26 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 872AverageR13 493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 581AverageR15 838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapestR13 610AverageR15 279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 110AverageR16 002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 624AverageR16 197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR15 356AverageR17 316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR16 052AverageR18 940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 156AverageR16 857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 862AverageR21 433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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