What is the cheapest month to fly to Seoul?

Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Seoul is November . The most expensive month for flights is December . The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

Can I find cheaper flights to Seoul 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 Seoul on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Seoul?

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

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Seoul?

Seoul Gimpo Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Seoul. One-way flights to Seoul Gimpo Intl typically cost R258, while return flights cost around R2 561.

How much is a return flight to Seoul?

A return flight to Seoul will typically cost around R235, however they can be found for as little as R134.

Where does the fastest flight to Seoul depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Seoul, 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).

R8 791+ Flights to Seoul, South Korea

Flights to Seoul in 2025

Return from	R16 056
One-way from	R8 791
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	March
Average price	R17 390

Singapore Airlines
20/6-27/6
2 total stops
77h 20m total
Johannesburg to Seoul

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Johannesburg to Seoul

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JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/6

19:50-15:35

1 stop36h 45m

Incheon Intl

Fri 27/6

9:00-18:35

1 stop40h 35m

R16 056

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/6

9:50-10:45

1 stop17h 55m

Incheon Intl

Tue 24/6

17:45-8:20

1 stop21h 35m

R16 342

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

14:30-16:00

1 stop18h 30m

Incheon Intl

Mon 2/6

0:35-13:05

1 stop19h 30m

R16 704

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/6

11:20-5:45

3 stops35h 25m

Incheon Intl

Fri 27/6

11:05-7:40

3 stops27h 35m

R18 096

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

11:20-19:05

1 stop24h 45m

Incheon Intl

Mon 12/5

15:10-7:40

1 stop23h 30m

R18 782

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

19:00-9:55

2 stops55h 55m

Incheon Intl

Tue 3/6

12:25-8:35

1 stop27h 10m

R19 679

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/4

10:10-21:45

2 stops28h 35m

Incheon Intl

Thu 1/5

8:20-7:40

2 stops30h 20m

R20 384

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/7

13:55-17:05

1 stop20h 10m

Incheon Intl

Mon 28/7

11:00-16:10

2 stops36h 10m

R22 634

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/5

22:20-17:00

1 stop35h 40m

Incheon Intl

Tue 13/5

23:55-16:15

1 stop23h 20m

R23 931

JohannesburgIncheon

JNB - ICN

JNBICN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/5

19:35-8:25

1 stop29h 50m

Incheon Intl

Wed 14/5

10:05-16:15

2 stops37h 10m

R25 437

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Seoul

When is the best time to book a flight to Seoul?

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Seoul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Seoul?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Seoul takes 17 hours 55 minutes. Flights to Seoul 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 Seoul?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Seoul 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 Seoul?

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

Singapore Airlines

From R625

Ethiopian Air

From R854

Qatar Airways

From R809

Cathay Pacific

From R815

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Seoul?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Seoul are Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways.

Rainfall in Seoul by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Seoul ranges from 27.0 - 253.0 mm 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

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

To help decide which airline to fly to Seoul, see what other customers have to say about Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Cathay Pacific. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 288 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 288 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 288 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Emirates

8,0

Very Good

3 197 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 288 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Cathay Pacific

7,5

Good

846 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 288 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

SWISS

7,5

Good

1 577 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 288 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 550 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 288 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

FAQs about flying to Seoul

Can I find cheaper flights to Seoul 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 Seoul on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Seoul?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Seoul.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Seoul?
Seoul Gimpo Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Seoul. One-way flights to Seoul Gimpo Intl typically cost R258, while return flights cost around R2 561.
How much is a return flight to Seoul?
A return flight to Seoul will typically cost around R235, however they can be found for as little as R134.
Where does the fastest flight to Seoul depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Seoul, 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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