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$338+ Cheap flights from South Korea to California

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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ICN — LAX
Apr 14 — Apr 211
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Cheapest flights from South Korea to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Korea to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 15, 2026.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/115:45 pm
ICN
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SFO
2 stops34h 28m
Air Canada
Mon 7/2712:50 pm
SFO
-
ICN
2 stops35h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/10$414
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/125:45 pm
ICN
-
SFO
2 stops58h 22m
Air Canada
Tue 1/51:20 pm
SFO
-
ICN
1 stop34h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/12$419
This WhyPayMore deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure WhyPayMore is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/105:45 pm
ICN
-
SFO
1 stop13h 37m
Air Canada
Sun 6/146:15 am
SFO
-
ICN
1 stop17h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/13$421
This WhyPayMore deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure WhyPayMore is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/35:45 pm
ICN
-
SFO
1 stop16h 47m
Air Canada
Tue 8/254:30 pm
SFO
-
ICN
1 stop31h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/12$423
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/45:45 pm
ICN
-
SFO
2 stops34h 28m
Air Canada
Fri 5/812:50 pm
SFO
-
ICN
2 stops35h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/11$425
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/85:45 pm
ICN
-
SFO
2 stops34h 22m
Air Canada
Tue 9/2912:50 pm
SFO
-
ICN
2 stops59h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/12$426
This WhyPayMore deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure WhyPayMore is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/95:45 pm
ICN
-
SFO
1 stop16h 47m
Air Canada
Sat 6/138:51 pm
SFO
-
ICN
1 stop27h 14m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/11$428
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/155:45 pm
ICN
-
SFO
2 stops34h 22m
Air Canada
Tue 1/57:30 am
SFO
-
ICN
1 stop16h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/11$435
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/105:45 pm
ICN
-
LAX
1 stop14h 15m
Air Canada
Wed 10/215:05 pm
LAX
-
ICN
1 stop31h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/10$442
This WhyPayMore deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure WhyPayMore is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/225:45 pm
ICN
-
LAX
1 stop14h 17m
Air Canada
Mon 8/3112:20 pm
LAX
-
ICN
1 stop35h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/12$444
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/195:45 pm
ICN
-
LAX
1 stop16h 15m
Air Canada
Tue 11/35:05 pm
LAX
-
ICN
1 stop31h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/11$445
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/75:45 pm
ICN
-
LAX
1 stop19h 49m
Air Canada
Wed 6/105:05 pm
LAX
-
ICN
1 stop31h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/11$446

Find flight deals from South Korea to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Korea to California flight deals. Data was last updated March 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$414
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$338
(WhyPayMore)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$605

Good round-trip deal

$479 or less

Good one-way deal

$401 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Seoul (SEL)-Los Angeles Los Angeles flight deals.
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From South Korea to California
One-way flight from South Korea to California
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Korea to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Korea to California.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Korea to California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Korea to California that are best for you.

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IncheonOntario

ICN - ONT

ICNONT

Incheon Intl

Fri 5/22

11:30 am-10:37 pm

1 stop27h 07m

Ontario

Sun 7/19

5:00 am-4:20 am

2 stops31h 20m

$548

IncheonOntario

ICN - ONT

ICNONT

Incheon Intl

Wed 5/13

11:30 am-9:41 am

1 stop14h 11m

Ontario

Mon 7/13

6:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$552

IncheonBurbank

ICN - BUR

ICNBUR

Incheon Intl

Fri 4/24

11:30 am-8:49 pm

2 stops49h 19m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 4/27

3:30 pm-4:20 am

1 stop20h 50m

$552

IncheonSanta Ana

ICN - SNA

ICNSNA

Incheon Intl

Tue 5/12

11:30 am-10:20 am

1 stop14h 50m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/30

9:00 am-4:20 am

2 stops27h 20m

$556

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Fri 5/8

10:05 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 5/15

10:50 am-3:50 pm

Nonstop13h 00m

$604

IncheonSan Jose

ICN - SJC

ICNSJC

Incheon Intl

Wed 9/9

4:50 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops40h 40m

San Jose

Sun 9/13

6:37 pm-4:20 am

2 stops41h 43m

$640

IncheonSan Francisco

ICN - SFO

ICNSFO

Incheon Intl

Fri 4/24

7:35 pm-11:30 am

2 stops31h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 5/4

7:00 am-5:30 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$706

IncheonSan Francisco

ICN - SFO

ICNSFO

Incheon Intl

Thu 5/28

7:35 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop19h 09m

San Francisco

Sun 6/7

6:00 am-5:30 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$708

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Tue 6/9

1:00 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop11h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 6/18

10:50 am-3:50 pm

Nonstop13h 00m

$724

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Tue 6/2

1:00 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop11h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 6/13

11:30 pm-4:30 am

Nonstop13h 00m

$725

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Best time to book a flight from South Korea to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Korea to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Korea to California?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Korea to California (average of $333). Flying from South Korea to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $438). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from KR to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from South Korea to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 15, 2026.

When flying from South Korea to California, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 24% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Korea to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from South Korea to California. Price data was last updated on March 12, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their South Korea to California flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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.

Weekly flight availability from South Korea to California

Explore weekly flight availability from South Korea to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 15, 2026.

The most flights from KR0 to USCA are scheduled on a Friday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated March 15, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Korean Air,AIR PREMIA, andAsiana Airlines from South Korea to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Korea to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from South Korea to California?

    Air Canada, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines can get you from South Korea to California in just under 15h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h. Airlines will cover a distance of 5978 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Korea to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $50 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Allegiant Air from $60 and Frontier from $66 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Korea to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Korea to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Korea to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Korea to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Korea to California?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Korea to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Korea to California (average of $333). Flying from South Korea to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $438). 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.

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Top 8 airlines flying from South Korea to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Korea to California. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$282Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$340Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
AIR PREMIACheapest$346Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$347Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$408Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$446Average$700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Korean AirCheapest$448Average$754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$636Average$914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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