Flights from Seoul (ICN) to Cape Town (CPT)

In-flight Dining
You will be served complimentary meals and snacks in all cabins on the Seoul to Singapore, Singapore to Johannesburg, and Johannesburg to Cape Town sectors, with menus tailored to the time of day and flight duration.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals on this route to meet various dietary needs. You can request these through Manage Booking before your flight, and we will confirm availability for your specific sectors.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in premium cabins on this route can pre-select main courses from our Book the Cook service on selected sectors, adding more choice and flexibility to your in-flight dining experience.

Beverage Service
A curated selection of hot and cold beverages, including juices, soft drinks, wine, and spirits, is available on board, and our signature Singapore Sling is offered to all cabins on this route.

For flights between Seoul and Cape Town, the weight concept applies. Checked baggage allowances are: Economy Class, 25kg on Lite and Value fares and 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares; Premium Economy Class, 35kg on sectors where it is offered; Business Class, 40kg. Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. Cabin baggage allowances are: Economy Class and Premium Economy Class, 1 piece up to 7kg; Business Class, 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. The final allowance for your ticket is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines services on this route once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members, although Economy Class and Premium Economy Class customers need to add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The connection is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Seoul to Singapore sector, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, while Business Class converts into a fully flat bed with direct aisle access. On the Singapore to Johannesburg and Johannesburg to Cape Town sectors, Economy Class similarly offers around 32 inches of pitch and up to 19 inches of width, Premium Economy Class provides about 38 inches of pitch and up to 20 inches of width, and Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access.

Yes, you can select seats on your Seoul to Cape Town itinerary, subject to the fare conditions of your ticket and cabin class. Seat selection is available via Manage Booking, where you can view the layouts for the Boeing 787-10 and Airbus A350-900 aircraft used on this route.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers with a layover in Singapore. Your eligibility is based on your class of travel or your KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, and it is determined by your flight leaving Singapore. Other options, like purchasing a day pass at a pay-per-use lounge, are also available.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers with a layover in Johannesburg. Your eligibility is based on your class of travel or your KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, and it is determined by your flight leaving Johannesburg. Other options, like purchasing a day pass at a pay-per-use lounge, are also available.

When departing Seoul Incheon, eligible customers can relax in the SilverKris Lounge before their flight. During your layover at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible travellers may access the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin and membership status. In Johannesburg, eligible passengers can use the South African Airways The Lounge (Premium) ahead of the final sector to Cape Town.

At Singapore Changi Airport, you can enjoy themed gardens, quiet rest areas, free movie screenings, and a wide range of dining and shopping options. For longer layovers, the airport offers an official transit tour into the city for travellers with sufficient connection time, typically around 5.5 hours or more between flights. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

At Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport, it is usually most comfortable to remain airside between your Singapore and Cape Town flights. You can spend your time relaxing in a lounge if eligible, enjoying sit-down or quick-service dining, or visiting shops for travel essentials and gifts. Airport hotels and quiet seating areas also provide spaces to rest before your onward sector. Your time at Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

Seoul follows Korea Standard Time (UTC+9) all year. Cape Town follows South Africa Standard Time (UTC+2) and does not observe daylight saving time. This means Cape Town is 7 hours behind Seoul throughout the year, so when it is 12.00 in Seoul it is 05.00 in Cape Town.

Visa and entry requirements for travel from Seoul to Cape Town depend on your nationality and travel purpose. We recommend checking with the relevant embassy or consulate, and reviewing the latest information from official government sources before you book and again before you depart.

For flights from Seoul to Cape Town via Singapore and Johannesburg, we recommend arriving at Seoul Incheon Airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure to allow enough time for check-in, security, and immigration formalities.

Your baggage is usually checked through from Seoul to Cape Town when travelling on a single ticket, but you should confirm this at check-in. Follow the transfer signs on arrival in Singapore and Johannesburg, check the departure screens for your next gate, and allow time for any security checks at each airport.