Seoul to Cape Town Flights
Flights from Seoul (SEL) to Cape Town (CPT) connect South Korea and South Africa. 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 SEL, ICN, GMP and CPT. The reverse route is Cape Town to Seoul. 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
- Seoul, South Korea
- Destination
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Distance
- 13,653 km
- Typical duration
- about 18 hours
- Origin codes
- SEL, ICN, GMP
- Destination codes
- CPT
- Primary keyword
- flights from Seoul to Cape Town
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Route overview
Seoul to Cape Town is a city-pair air route between South Korea and South Africa. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SEL and CPT. Related codes: SEL, ICN, GMP → CPT.
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
Seoul airports and metro codes: SEL, ICN, GMP.
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Cape Town to Seoul, other destinations from Seoul, and other origins into Cape Town.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Seoul to Cape Town?
Direct flights from Seoul to Cape Town typically take about 18 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Seoul to Cape Town?
The great-circle distance between Seoul and Cape Town is approximately 13,653 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Seoul to Cape Town?
Seoul is commonly searched with code SEL (related: SEL, ICN, GMP). Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT).
Are there direct flights from Seoul to Cape Town?
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 Cape Town to Seoul?
The reverse city pair is Cape Town to Seoul. Distance is the same great-circle measure (13,653 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Seoul to Cape Town route connect?
This route connects South Korea (Seoul) with South Africa (Cape Town).