Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Seoul (SEL) from $506

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SAN — SEL
May 1 — May 81

The best prices from San Diego to Seoul are usually found in February or October, booked 17 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Seoul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Seoul (SEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 26, 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$1,254

One-way from

$661
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
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From San Diego to Seoul (SEL)
One-way flight from San Diego to Seoul (SEL)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Diego to Seoul?

Friday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from San Diego to Seoul. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Seoul.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Seoul?

To save on the cost of your flight from San Diego to Seoul, book at least 18 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 92% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,099 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,487.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Seoul?

Flights from San Diego to Seoul lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from San Diego to Seoul in February, with the cheapest ticket starting at $873.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Seoul (SAN - SEL)?

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Seoul at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap American Airlines flights from San Diego to Seoul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between San Diego and Seoul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights we've found from San Diego to Seoul. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Thu 5/92:00 pmSAN - ICN
2 stops33h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/185:25 pmICN - SAN
1 stop22h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,209
Tue 5/77:12 amSAN - ICN
1 stop40h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/115:25 pmICN - SAN
1 stop19h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,360
Sat 5/186:15 amSAN - ICN
1 stop41h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/15:25 pmICN - SAN
1 stop20h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,789

Cheap China Airlines flights from San Diego to Seoul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Airlines for the route between San Diego and Seoul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on China Airlines flights traveling from San Diego to Seoul. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Sat 9/711:00 amSAN - ICN
2 stops32h 10mChina Airlines
Tue 9/1712:35 pmICN - SAN
2 stops37h 34mChina Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,212
Sun 9/86:00 pmSAN - ICN
2 stops25h 10mChina Airlines
Tue 9/1712:35 pmICN - SAN
2 stops37h 34mChina Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,255
Wed 9/116:00 pmSAN - ICN
2 stops33h 45mChina Airlines
Thu 9/1912:35 pmICN - SAN
2 stops37h 34mChina Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,280
Sat 9/711:00 amSAN - ICN
2 stops40h 45mChina Airlines
Sat 9/288:50 pmICN - SAN
2 stops53h 19mChina Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,355
Tue 8/136:00 pmSAN - ICN
2 stops33h 45mChina Airlines
Sat 8/178:50 pmICN - SAN
2 stops36h 23mChina Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,366

Cheap San Diego to Seoul flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego to Seoul specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Prices were last updated on April 26, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Seoul in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Thu 5/98:47 pmSAN - ICN
2 stops23h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/198:15 pmICN - SAN
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,073
Thu 5/96:55 pmSAN - ICN
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/188:15 pmICN - SAN
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,122
Thu 5/910:04 amSAN - ICN
2 stops43h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/175:30 pmICN - SAN
1 stop42h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,158
Sun 5/191:05 pmSAN - ICN
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/37:45 amICN - SAN
2 stops22h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,161
Thu 5/98:47 pmSAN - ICN
2 stops23h 48mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/178:15 pmICN - SAN
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,169
Fri 4/2612:45 pmSAN - ICN
2 stops34h 30mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/135:25 pmICN - SAN
1 stop22h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,195
Fri 4/267:07 amSAN - ICN
1 stop40h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/135:25 pmICN - SAN
1 stop20h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,199
Thu 5/92:00 pmSAN - ICN
2 stops33h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/185:25 pmICN - SAN
1 stop22h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,209
Sun 5/191:05 pmSAN - ICN
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/35:30 pmICN - SAN
1 stop17h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,256

San Diego to Seoul 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Diego and Seoul in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Seoul in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Thu 5/98:47 pmSAN - ICN
2 stops23h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/198:15 pmICN - SAN
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,073
Thu 5/96:55 pmSAN - ICN
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/188:15 pmICN - SAN
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,122
Wed 11/1310:30 amSAN - ICN
1 stop39h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 11/279:45 pmICN - SAN
1 stop17h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,126
Thu 5/910:04 amSAN - ICN
2 stops43h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/175:30 pmICN - SAN
1 stop42h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,158
Sun 5/191:05 pmSAN - ICN
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/37:45 amICN - SAN
2 stops22h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,161
Thu 5/98:47 pmSAN - ICN
2 stops23h 48mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/178:15 pmICN - SAN
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,169
Fri 11/810:30 amSAN - ICN
1 stop39h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 11/189:45 pmICN - SAN
1 stop17h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,176
Fri 4/2612:45 pmSAN - ICN
2 stops34h 30mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/135:25 pmICN - SAN
1 stop22h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,195
Fri 4/267:07 amSAN - ICN
1 stop40h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/135:25 pmICN - SAN
1 stop20h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,199

One-way flights to Seoul from San Diego

Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Seoul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from San Diego to Seoul. Users in need of a round-trip flight from San Diego to Seoul instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Sat 5/1110:04 amSAN - ICN
2 stops43h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$506
Sat 5/118:07 pmSAN - ICN
3 stops33h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$522
Tue 5/71:53 pmSAN - ICN
2 stops41h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$533
Tue 5/78:00 pmSAN - ICN
3 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$547
Sun 9/298:55 pmSAN - ICN
2 stops25h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/24$559
Wed 5/16:20 amSAN - ICN
2 stops44h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/26$569
Wed 5/16:20 amSAN - ICN
2 stops44h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/25$574
Sun 5/510:25 pmSAN - ICN
3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$584
Sat 8/179:35 amSAN - ICN
1 stop17h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/25$597

Find flights from San Diego to Seoul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Seoul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.

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$1,073 - $1,489

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San DiegoIncheon Intl

SAN - ICN

SANICN

San Diego

Thu 5/9

2 stops23h 48m

Incheon Intl

Sun 5/19

2 stops27h 25m

$1,073

San DiegoIncheon Intl

SAN - ICN

SANICN

San Diego

Thu 5/9

2 stops33h 15m

Incheon Intl

Sat 5/18

1 stop22h 19m

$1,209

San DiegoIncheon Intl

SAN - ICN

SANICN

San Diego

Sat 9/7

2 stops32h 10m

Incheon Intl

Tue 9/17

2 stops37h 34m

$1,212

San DiegoIncheon Intl

SAN - ICN

SANICN

San Diego

Wed 9/11

1 stop25h 05m

Incheon Intl

Thu 9/19

1 stop18h 40m

$1,373

San DiegoIncheon Intl

SAN - ICN

SANICN

San Diego

Thu 5/9

1 stop17h 25m

Incheon Intl

Sat 5/18

1 stop16h 10m

$1,425

San DiegoIncheon Intl

SAN - ICN

SANICN

San Diego

Sun 9/8

2 stops29h 11m

Incheon Intl

Wed 9/18

1 stop14h 44m

$1,440

San DiegoIncheon Intl

SAN - ICN

SANICN

San Diego

Sat 9/7

1 stop39h 05m

Incheon Intl

Sat 9/28

1 stop30h 05m

$1,457

San DiegoIncheon Intl

SAN - ICN

SANICN

San Diego

Wed 5/22

2 stops45h 02m

Incheon Intl

Tue 5/28

2 stops42h 25m

$1,461

San DiegoIncheon Intl

SAN - ICN

SANICN

San Diego

Tue 5/21

2 stops41h 05m

Incheon Intl

Tue 5/28

2 stops24h 34m

$1,489

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Deals found on 4/26

When is the best time to book a flight from San Diego to Seoul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Seoul. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Seoul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 17 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Seoul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Seoul. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Seoul flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Seoul by month

Plan your trip from San Diego to Seoul by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Diego to Seoul is currently $555 while a round-trip flight costs $1,349. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Seoul (average of $1,222). Flying from San Diego to Seoul in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,852). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$1,222

February

$1,279

March

$1,325

April

$1,349

May

$1,466

June

$1,811

July

$1,852

August

$1,514

September

$1,409

October

$1,411

November

$1,313

December

$1,569

Temperature and rainfall in Seoul by month

Plan your trip to Seoul by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SEL

Temperature

35.6 - 77 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Seoul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Seoul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Seoul. Reviews last updated April 26, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines, China Airlines and Asiana Airlines from San Diego to Seoul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.5
Very good
1,188 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.5
Very good
1,188 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,188 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.5
Very good
948 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,188 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.4
Very good
600 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,188 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,188 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.3
Very good
961 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,188 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Seoul?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Seoul from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to Seoul should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Seoul from 8 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from San Diego to Seoul for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Seoul for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,073, but on average you can expect to pay $1,267.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Seoul round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to Seoul is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,209 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Airlines and Asiana Airlines, starting at $1,212 and $1,373 round-trip. American Airlines is priced at 17% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Seoul one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $559. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and China Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to Seoul for a low price.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Diego to Seoul?

  • What does SAN to ICN mean?

    This is defined as San Diego Airport (SAN) and Incheon Intl Airport (ICN). Codes like Incheon Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport (GMP) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Seoul that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego to Seoul flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Diego to Seoul with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego to Seoul flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Seoul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Seoul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Seoul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Seoul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Seoul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Seoul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Seoul that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego to Seoul offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Diego to Seoul?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego to Seoul flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Diego to Seoul flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to Seoul flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/26.

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Top 8 airlines flying from San Diego to Seoul

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Seoul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$537Average$1,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Air CanadaCheapest$880Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapest$1,149Average$1,642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,154Average$1,874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,156Average$1,329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,189Average$1,359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Korean AirCheapest$1,236Average$1,753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,380Average$1,556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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