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 R325, while return flights cost around R405.

How much is a return flight to South Korea?

A return flight to South Korea will typically cost around R201, however they can be found for as little as R201.

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 (18 hours 10 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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Return from	R15 382
One-way from	R8 334
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R17 638

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Fri 21/30:20ICN - JNB

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Tue 8/419:50JNB - ICN

1 stop36h 45mSingapore Airlines

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1 stop32h 50mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 21/1R15 512

Thu 23/114:35JNB - ICN

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Wed 29/10:30ICN - JNB

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Deal found 21/1R15 624

Tue 3/619:50JNB - PUS

1 stop27h 30mSingapore Airlines

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1 stop41h 55mSingapore Airlines

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Fri 14/317:55ICN - JNB

2 stops44h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 21/1R16 333

Fri 14/29:55JNB - ICN

1 stop18h 20mEtihad Airways

Tue 4/317:55ICN - JNB

1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways

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Deal found 21/1R15 512

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1 stop25h 25mMultiple Airlines

Fri 14/317:55ICN - JNB

2 stops44h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 21/1R16 333

Fri 14/29:55JNB - ICN

1 stop18h 20mEtihad Airways

Tue 4/317:55ICN - JNB

1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways

Deal found 20/1R16 911

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Sun 23/310:40ICN - JNB

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1 stop40h 15mTurkish Airlines

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JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/3

20:00-10:00

1 stop31h 00m

Incheon Intl

Fri 21/3

0:20-15:35

1 stop22h 15m

R15 382

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/4

19:50-15:35

1 stop36h 45m

Incheon Intl

Tue 6/5

16:45-18:35

1 stop32h 50m

R15 512

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/2

14:35-15:45

1 stop18h 10m

Incheon Intl

Mon 3/3

0:30-20:00

1 stop26h 30m

R15 941

JohannesburgBusan

JNB - PUS

JNBPUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/6

19:50-6:20

1 stop27h 30m

Busan Gimhae

Thu 3/7

7:40-18:35

1 stop41h 55m

R16 146

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/3

8:50-17:15

1 stop25h 25m

Incheon Intl

Fri 14/3

17:55-7:10

2 stops44h 15m

R16 333

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/2

9:55-11:15

1 stop18h 20m

Incheon Intl

Tue 4/3

17:55-8:35

1 stop21h 40m

R16 911

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/3

10:10-16:35

2 stops23h 25m

Incheon Intl

Sun 23/3

10:40-7:40

2 stops28h 00m

R17 414

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/3

19:05-18:20

1 stop40h 15m

Incheon Intl

Sat 22/3

10:45-10:50

1 stop31h 05m

R17 451

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/3

10:10-10:50

2 stops41h 40m

Incheon Intl

Mon 31/3

12:10-8:35

1 stop27h 25m

R17 638

JohannesburgBusan

JNB - PUS

JNBPUS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/6

10:10-11:45

2 stops42h 35m

Busan Gimhae

Thu 3/7

12:45-7:40

2 stops25h 55m

R18 962

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How long is the flight to South Korea?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to South Korea takes 18 hours 30 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 R650

Ethiopian Air

From R872

Qatar Airways

From R808

Cathay Pacific

From R799

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).

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 and Air China. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 356 reviews

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1 / 10

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

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 356 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 356 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

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

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 328 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 356 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways

7,5

Good

3 754 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 356 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

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

Cathay Pacific

7,5

Good

830 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 356 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

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

Etihad Airways

7,4

Good

1 199 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 356 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

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

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 R325, while return flights cost around R405.
How much is a return flight to South Korea?
A return flight to South Korea will typically cost around R201, however they can be found for as little as R201.
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 (18 hours 10 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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