Flying from Johannesburg to Incheon International Airport (ICN): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Incheon International Airport (ICN) jetting off from here.
Seoul is seven hours ahead of Johannesburg. Incheon International Airport is located in Seoul, which is in the UTC+9 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to ICN. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to ICN. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
JNB is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Incheon International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to O.R. Tambo International Airport:
77.1% of flights that take off from O.R. Tambo International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to HLA from the centre of Johannesburg in about 50 minutes. The airport is approximately 48 kilometres away.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Johannesburg to ICN flight? Check in to a hotel near Lanseria International Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Johannesburg to Incheon International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Follow your own route with an Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and experience more of Seoul and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Johannesburg to Incheon International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Central Seoul is around 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
R 7,754 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Incheon International Airport. Return flights start from R 11,932. These fares can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Johannesburg to ICN, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Johannesburg to Incheon International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Uncover a great deal on a flight from Johannesburg to Incheon International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Incheon International Airport (ICN). Visit Seoul in April for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Johannesburg to ICN plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Incheon International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Incheon International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your Seoul visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions worth exploring include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
Daegu is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be discovered after you've seen Seoul. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Modern Art Statue, Alive Aquarium Daegu and Jung-gu District.
Daejeon is another essential stop in South Korea and is around 153 kilometres south-east of Seoul. No journey is complete without dropping by Temi Park, National Science Museum and Yuseong Hot Springs.