Travelling from Seoul to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Seoul is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Seoul to Johannesburg departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Come in for landing at Johannesburg's primary gateway, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Johannesburg seven hours behind Seoul.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Seoul to Johannesburg flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Johannesburg
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Seoul to Johannesburg flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Seoul to Johannesburg throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Seoul to Johannesburg flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for Seoul to Johannesburg flights departing from Incheon International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The distance from central Seoul to ICN is roughly 48 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Incheon International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Seoul to Johannesburg or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Incheon International Airport, 54.5% land on schedule at their destination.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
The distance from Seoul's city centre to GMP is around 16 kilometres. Consider transport options and possible delays when planning the fastest way to get to the airport.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport the day before your flight from Seoul to Johannesburg:
Gimpo International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Book a hotel close to JNB if you have a late flight from Seoul to Johannesburg. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and find adventure across Johannesburg and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
As soon as your flight from Seoul to Johannesburg has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is approximately 32 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HLA will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Seoul to Johannesburg. July is the busiest month to travel to Johannesburg. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your Seoul to Johannesburg tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap flights from Seoul to Johannesburg around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Johannesburg
After booking your flight from Seoul to Johannesburg, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are attractions you won't want to skip in Johannesburg.
Explore more of South Africa
You've visited Johannesburg, now it's time to discover other parts of South Africa. Travel about 18 kilometres west to Soweto to check off its leading attractions. From Mjebha Park to Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in South Africa, head for Pretoria, roughly 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall are highlights.
