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$289+ Cheap flights from Seoul (SEL) 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 12/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEL — LAX
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Seoul to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seoul to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.

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Tue 12/161:20 pmICN - LAX
Nonstop11h 00mAIR PREMIA
Tue 12/309:50 amLAX - ICN
Nonstop13h 30mAIR PREMIA
Deal found 12/14$437
This AIR PREMIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 PREMIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/171:20 pmICN - LAX
Nonstop11h 00mAIR PREMIA
Sun 12/2810:30 pmLAX - ICN
Nonstop13h 40mAIR PREMIA
Deal found 12/16$438
This AIR PREMIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 PREMIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/171:20 pmICN - LAX
Nonstop11h 00mAIR PREMIA
Mon 3/210:30 pmLAX - ICN
Nonstop13h 40mAIR PREMIA
Deal found 12/15$450
This AIR PREMIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 PREMIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2110:20 pmICN - LAX
Nonstop11h 00mAIR PREMIA
Mon 1/269:50 amLAX - ICN
Nonstop13h 30mAIR PREMIA
Deal found 12/15$451
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/218:35 pmICN - LAX
1 stop19h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 12/316:59 pmLAX - ICN
1 stop30h 36mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 12/13$458
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Tue 12/166:55 pmICN - LAX
1 stop19h 13mAir Canada
Fri 1/236:30 amLAX - ICN
1 stop17h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 12/14$459
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Sat 12/208:35 pmICN - LAX
1 stop28h 17mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 12/266:00 amLAX - ICN
1 stop19h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 12/13$460
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/218:35 pmICN - LAX
1 stop19h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 12/267:59 pmLAX - ICN
1 stop29h 36mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 12/16$461
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/228:35 pmICN - LAX
1 stop28h 17mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 1/78:00 amLAX - ICN
1 stop17h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 12/16$463
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/158:35 pmICN - LAX
1 stop29h 14mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/237:00 amLAX - ICN
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$470
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Tue 12/166:55 pmICN - LAX
1 stop14h 34mAir Canada
Sat 1/246:30 amLAX - ICN
1 stop16h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 12/15$472
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Sun 12/218:35 pmICN - SFO
1 stop16h 42mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 12/254:42 pmSFO - ICN
1 stop32h 53mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 12/14$477

Find flight deals from Seoul to California

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Round-trip from

$416
(Hanatour)

One-way from

$289
(iWofly)

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November

Average price

$578

Good round-trip deal

$487 or less

Good one-way deal

$318 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Seoul 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 December 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seoul to California that are best for you.

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Price

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Sun 3/22

10:20 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop11h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/29

11:00 pm-5:20 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$464

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Wed 3/18

1:20 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop11h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/22

11:30 pm-5:10 am

Nonstop13h 40m

$464

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Wed 4/8

10:00 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/12

11:00 pm-5:20 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$464

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Wed 4/22

10:00 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/27

11:00 pm-5:20 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$464

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Mon 1/26

10:20 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop11h 00m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/9

9:50 am-4:20 pm

Nonstop13h 30m

$465

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Tue 4/21

12:45 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop11h 35m

Los Angeles

Fri 4/24

11:00 pm-5:20 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$465

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Fri 1/23

6:00 pm-9:18 pm

2 stops20h 18m

Los Angeles

Thu 1/29

10:26 am-5:40 am

1 stop26h 14m

$494

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Wed 1/28

12:45 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops21h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

10:26 am-5:40 am

1 stop26h 14m

$494

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Mon 2/16

6:00 pm-11:00 am

1 stop34h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/25

11:08 am-5:40 am

2 stops25h 32m

$494

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Mon 1/26

6:00 pm-10:28 pm

2 stops21h 28m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/31

11:02 am-5:40 am

2 stops25h 38m

$494

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Best time to book a flight from Seoul to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Seoul with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Seoul to California

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to California (average of $333). Flying from Seoul to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of $480). 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 SEL to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Seoul 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 December 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Seoul to California in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Seoul to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Seoul to California. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seoul to California flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Seoul to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Seoul 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 December 16, 2025.

The most flights from SEL to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 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 December 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air, AIR PREMIA, and Asiana Airlines from Seoul to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

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!!
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

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!!
AIR PREMIA
8.3
Very good
72 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

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!!
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
493 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

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!!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

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!!
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,531 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

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 Seoul to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Seoul to California flight route?

    Within the past month, 70 users have taken a look at flights from Seoul to California.

  • How long is the flight from Seoul to California?

    For as low as $464, Air Canada can have you in California from Seoul in 11h. The distance from Seoul to California is about 5978 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $189 on Hawaiian Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include AIR PREMIA from $278 and American Airlines from $292 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Seoul to California?

    Most travelers choose Incheon Intl - Los Angeles, Seoul Gimpo Intl - Los Angeles or Incheon Intl - San Francisco when deciding on the best route from Seoul to California.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Seoul to California?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Seoul to California are AIR PREMIA (92%), LATAM Airlines (91%) and Delta (91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Seoul to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,073 for a flight from Seoul to California. The cheapest flight overall is $223 while the most popular route, (Incheon Intl - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $443.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Seoul to California?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seoul 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 Seoul to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to California (average of $333). Flying from Seoul to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of $480). 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 Seoul to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Seoul 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$340Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$342Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$381Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$415Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AIR PREMIACheapest$418Average$610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Korean AirCheapest$448Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$450Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$595Average$932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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