What is the cheapest month to fly to South Korea?

November is currently the cheapest month to fly to South Korea . At this moment in time December is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

Can I find cheaper flights to South Korea if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Korea on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to South Korea?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Korea.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in South Korea?

Seoul Gimpo Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South Korea. One-way flights to Seoul Gimpo Intl typically cost R246, while return flights cost around R515.

How much is a return flight to South Korea?

A return flight to South Korea will typically cost around R330, however they can be found for as little as R307.

Where does the fastest flight to South Korea depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to South Korea, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 55 minutes).

Does Incheon Intl have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Incheon Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Incheon Intl?

Yes. Incheon Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Darakhyu Incheon Airport Terminal 2 Capsule Hotel by Walkerhill is the closest property to Incheon Intl (0,0 km away from Incheon Intl).

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Flights to South Korea in 2025

Return from	R14 771
One-way from	R8 259
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R15 298

Etihad Airways
19/5-4/6
2 total stops
55h 40m total
Johannesburg to Seoul

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13/4
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20h 10m total
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Mon 19/59:50JNB - ICN

1 stop17h 55mEtihad Airways

Wed 4/61:35ICN - JNB

1 stop37h 45mEtihad Airways

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Thu 17/48:20JNB - ICN

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2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines

Wed 4/61:35ICN - JNB

1 stop37h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 24/3R15 499

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1 stop35h 00mSingapore Airlines

Sun 1/69:00ICN - JNB

1 stop28h 10mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 24/3R16 281

Thu 19/613:45JNB - PUS

1 stop33h 35mSingapore Airlines

Sun 10/87:40PUS - JNB

1 stop41h 55mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 24/3R16 317

Sun 25/511:20JNB - ICN

1 stop19h 45mCathay Pacific

Sat 31/520:05ICN - JNB

1 stop18h 35mCathay Pacific

Deal found 24/3R16 390

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1 stop17h 55mEtihad Airways

Wed 4/61:35ICN - JNB

1 stop37h 45mEtihad Airways

Deal found 24/3R14 771

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1 stop19h 00mEthiopian Air

Deal found 24/3R15 044

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2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines

Wed 4/61:35ICN - JNB

1 stop37h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 24/3R15 499

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1 stop35h 00mSingapore Airlines

Sun 1/69:00ICN - JNB

1 stop28h 10mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 24/3R16 281

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1 stop19h 45mCathay Pacific

Sat 31/520:05ICN - JNB

1 stop18h 35mCathay Pacific

Deal found 24/3R16 390

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Deal found 24/3R16 572

Thu 1/513:55JNB - ICN

1 stop20h 10mQatar Airways

Fri 30/51:20ICN - JNB

1 stop21h 50mQatar Airways

Deal found 24/3R16 845

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1 stop19h 00mEthiopian Air

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JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

9:50-10:45

1 stop17h 55m

Incheon Intl

Wed 4/6

1:35-8:20

1 stop37h 45m

R14 771

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/4

8:20-16:00

1 stop24h 40m

Incheon Intl

Wed 30/4

1:05-13:05

1 stop19h 00m

R15 044

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

13:55-7:10

2 stops34h 15m

Incheon Intl

Wed 4/6

1:35-8:20

1 stop37h 45m

R15 499

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

13:45-7:45

1 stop35h 00m

Incheon Intl

Sun 1/6

9:00-6:10

1 stop28h 10m

R16 281

JohannesburgBusan

JNB - PUS

JNBPUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/6

13:45-6:20

1 stop33h 35m

Busan Gimhae

Sun 10/8

7:40-18:35

1 stop41h 55m

R16 317

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

11:20-14:05

1 stop19h 45m

Incheon Intl

Sat 31/5

20:05-7:40

1 stop18h 35m

R16 390

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

10:10-16:35

2 stops23h 25m

Incheon Intl

Sat 7/6

17:50-7:40

2 stops44h 50m

R16 572

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/5

13:55-17:05

1 stop20h 10m

Incheon Intl

Fri 30/5

1:20-16:10

1 stop21h 50m

R16 845

JohannesburgBusan

JNB - PUS

JNBPUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

13:55-7:00

3 stops34h 05m

Busan Gimhae

Wed 14/5

11:00-10:00

3 stops30h 00m

R19 173

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

13:25-17:00

1 stop20h 35m

Incheon Intl

Fri 6/6

23:55-16:15

1 stop23h 20m

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How long is the flight to South Korea?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to South Korea takes 25 hours 45 minutes. Flights to South Korea from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to South Korea?

Users looking for the lowest fares to South Korea should consider flying on Wednesday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to South Korea?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to South Korea are Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways.

Singapore Airlines

From R625

Ethiopian Air

From R848

Qatar Airways

From R809

Cathay Pacific

From R806

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South Korea?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to South Korea are Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways and Cathay Pacific.

Rainfall in South Korea by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Korea ranges from 20.0 - 260.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 260.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit South Korea when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in South Korea by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Korea, 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).

What are the most popular places to fly to in South Korea?

The most popular places in South Korea to fly to are Incheon, Seoul, Busan and Jeju City.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Korea

To help decide which airline to fly to South Korea, see what other customers have to say about Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Cathay Pacific. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 284 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 284 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 284 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Emirates

8,0

Very Good

3 189 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 284 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Cathay Pacific

7,5

Good

832 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 284 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 540 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 284 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Etihad Airways

7,4

Good

1 176 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 284 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

FAQs about flying to South Korea

Can I find cheaper flights to South Korea if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Korea on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to South Korea?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Korea.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in South Korea?
Seoul Gimpo Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South Korea. One-way flights to Seoul Gimpo Intl typically cost R246, while return flights cost around R515.
How much is a return flight to South Korea?
A return flight to South Korea will typically cost around R330, however they can be found for as little as R307.
Where does the fastest flight to South Korea depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to South Korea, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 55 minutes).
Does Incheon Intl have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Incheon Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Incheon Intl?
Yes. Incheon Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Darakhyu Incheon Airport Terminal 2 Capsule Hotel by Walkerhill is the closest property to Incheon Intl (0,0 km away from Incheon Intl).

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What are the most popular places to fly to in South Korea?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to South Korea in the last few years. This data was updated on 24 March 2025.

The most popular places in South Korea to fly to are Incheon, Seoul, Busan and Jeju City.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Korea

To help decide which airline to fly to South Korea, see what other customers have to say about Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Cathay Pacific. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to South Korea

Can I find cheaper flights to South Korea if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to South Korea?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in South Korea?

How much is a return flight to South Korea?

Where does the fastest flight to South Korea depart from?

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