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Cheapest return flight
R13 798
Typical prices: R13 820-R18 580
Etihad Airways
Sun 18/11Mon 3/12
ICN - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R8 488
Typical prices: R7 805-R11 238
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/11
ICN - JNB • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Seoul and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Top routes
GMP - JNB
Cheapest • 14% average savings
ICN - JNB
Most popular
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 19% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Shenzhen (SZX)
Cheapest • Avg R15 204 (return)
Hong Kong Intl (HKG)
Shortest trip • 20h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Seoul to Johannesburg (SEL-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Seoul to OR Tambo

Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Dec 3
Etihad Airways Logo
1:15 - 8:25ICN  Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 21:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl
29h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R13 798Etihad Airways
Fri, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 24
Etihad Airways Logo
18:00 - 8:25ICN  Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 21:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl
29h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R14 011Etihad Airways
Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 22
Ethiopian Air Logo
0:05 - 13:30ICN  Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 15:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl
24h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R14 109Ethiopian Air
Fri, Dec 11 - Wed, Dec 30
Ethiopian Air Logo
0:05 - 13:30ICN  Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 15:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl
24h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R14 256Ethiopian Air
Wed, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 23
Singapore Airlines Logo
16:55 - 6:10ICN  Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 15:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl
19h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
R14 912Singapore Airlines
Sun, Mar 7 - Fri, Mar 26
Singapore Airlines Logo
16:55 - 6:10ICN  Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 22:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl
25h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi
R15 567Singapore Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:00 - 8:25ICN  Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 25m3 stops Phu Quoc Duong Dang Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:45 - 21:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl
24h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Hong Kong Intl
R16 829Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:00 - 8:25ICN  Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 25m3 stops Phu Quoc Duong Dang Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:20 - 17:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl
37h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R17 075Multiple Airlines
Tue, Mar 23 - Fri, Mar 26
Qatar Airways Logo
0:20 - 15:35ICN  Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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13:45 - 17:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl
20h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 124Qatar Airways
Tue, Mar 23 - Fri, Mar 26
Qatar Airways Logo
0:20 - 15:35ICN  Incheon Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 17:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ICN Incheon Intl
20h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 140Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Return flights from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from R13 820 to R18 580. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 798 on Etihad Airways.

What is the cheapest Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight route?

Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport (GMP) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) is the cheapest Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route, averaging R12 565 return. Other Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport routes average R16 662, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at R13 437 return.
•October (R18 632) and June (R18 419) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 16% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

R8 488
Beat the crowds with an average 81% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 136% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Incheon Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Seoul to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Seoul to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

    A direct flight from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 20 052 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R13 820 to R18 580, with an average of R16 598 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 820 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the R16 598 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R13 798 to R98 815. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R11 664, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R71 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may depart from several airports in Seoul area, including Seoul Gimpo Intl (GMP) and Incheon Intl (ICN). Flights usually arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 17% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R14 650 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R17 337, a difference of R2 687.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 20m, compared to 20h 22m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 21h 25m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).

  • What is the time difference between Seoul and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 7 hours behind Seoul (South Africa Time vs Korean Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Gold Reef City, Gallagher Convention Centre, and Sandton Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Monday flights average R14 650, about R2 687 less than Friday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 16% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Seoul to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for March. Fares historically average R13 437 return in that month – typically R5 195 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

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