Cape Town to Seoul Flights
Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Seoul (SEL) connect South Africa and South Korea. The great-circle distance is approximately 13,653 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 18 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CPT and SEL, ICN, GMP. The reverse route is Seoul to Cape Town. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Destination
- Seoul, South Korea
- Distance
- 13,653 km
- Typical duration
- about 18 hours
- Origin codes
- CPT
- Destination codes
- SEL, ICN, GMP
- Primary keyword
- flights from Cape Town to Seoul
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Route overview
Cape Town to Seoul is a city-pair air route between South Africa and South Korea. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CPT and SEL. Related codes: CPT → SEL, ICN, GMP.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 13,653 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 18 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Seoul airports and metro codes: SEL, ICN, GMP.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Seoul to Cape Town, other destinations from Cape Town, and other origins into Seoul.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Seoul?
Direct flights from Cape Town to Seoul typically take about 18 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Cape Town to Seoul?
The great-circle distance between Cape Town and Seoul is approximately 13,653 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Cape Town to Seoul?
Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT). Seoul is commonly searched with code SEL (related: SEL, ICN, GMP).
Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Seoul?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Seoul to Cape Town?
The reverse city pair is Seoul to Cape Town. Distance is the same great-circle measure (13,653 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Cape Town to Seoul route connect?
This route connects South Africa (Cape Town) with South Korea (Seoul).