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$393+ Cheap flights from Seoul (SEL) to Chicago (CHI)

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 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEL — CHI
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seoul to Chicago are usually found in November or September, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Seoul to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seoul to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This WhyPayMore deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Thu 5/285:45 pm
ICN
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ORD
1 stop35h 00m
Air Canada
Tue 6/27:50 pm
ORD
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ICN
1 stop30h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/28$657
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/196:55 pm
ICN
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ORD
1 stop34h 46m
Air Canada
Wed 3/48:00 am
ORD
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ICN
1 stop19h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/28$662
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 10/15:45 pm
ICN
-
ORD
2 stops35h 06m
Air Canada
Tue 10/133:40 pm
ORD
-
ICN
1 stop34h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/28$672
This Hanatour deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Hanatour is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/295:45 pm
ICN
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ORD
1 stop16h 13m
Air Canada
Tue 5/53:40 pm
ORD
-
ICN
1 stop34h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/27$673
This Hanatour deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Hanatour is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/145:45 pm
ICN
-
ORD
1 stop34h 58m
Air Canada
Tue 4/213:40 pm
ORD
-
ICN
1 stop34h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/28$681
This WhyPayMore deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 9/145:45 pm
ICN
-
ORD
1 stop35h 04m
Air Canada
Mon 9/288:45 am
ORD
-
ICN
1 stop17h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/27$687
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Tue 2/176:55 pm
ICN
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ORD
1 stop34h 46m
Air Canada
Mon 2/233:35 pm
ORD
-
ICN
1 stop33h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/26$688
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 2/176:55 pm
ICN
-
ORD
1 stop34h 46m
Air Canada
Thu 2/193:35 pm
ORD
-
ICN
1 stop34h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/27$697
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/25:45 pm
ICN
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ORD
1 stop35h 00m
Air Canada
Tue 9/298:00 pm
ORD
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ICN
2 stops30h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/28$699
This WhyPayMore deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 7/87:55 pm
GMP
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ORD
1 stop26h 45m
ANA
Thu 8/275:45 pm
ORD
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GMP
1 stop38h 35m
ANA
Deal found 1/27$1,047
This China Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 China Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/28:05 pm
ICN
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MDW
2 stops23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/298:30 pm
MDW
-
ICN
2 stops24h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,051
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/47:50 pm
GMP
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ORD
1 stop26h 30m
ANA
Mon 2/164:25 pm
ORD
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GMP
1 stop27h 55m
ANA
Deal found 1/27$1,052

Find flight deals from Seoul to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seoul (SEL) to Chicago (CHI). 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 January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$657
(WhyPayMore)

One-way from

$393
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,647

Good round-trip deal

$1,389 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,146 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($90 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Seoul to Chicago 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seoul to Chicago that are best for you.

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Seoul

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Chicago

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Depart

Return

Price

IncheonChicago

ICN - ORD

ICNORD

Incheon Intl

Sun 5/31

7:05 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop33h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/11

3:40 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$716

IncheonChicago

ICN - ORD

ICNORD

Incheon Intl

Mon 2/23

8:10 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops39h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

8:00 am-4:15 pm

2 stops41h 15m

$789

IncheonChicago

ICN - ORD

ICNORD

Incheon Intl

Fri 2/27

8:35 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop18h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/6

5:29 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop34h 06m

$826

IncheonChicago

ICN - ORD

ICNORD

Incheon Intl

Sun 2/8

8:35 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/15

7:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$834

IncheonChicago

ICN - ORD

ICNORD

Incheon Intl

Wed 2/11

5:55 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops41h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/20

7:15 am-6:25 pm

2 stops44h 10m

$836

IncheonChicago

ICN - ORD

ICNORD

Incheon Intl

Tue 2/10

12:45 pm-2:53 pm

1 stop17h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

6:25 am-5:40 am

1 stop32h 15m

$841

IncheonChicago

ICN - ORD

ICNORD

Incheon Intl

Tue 2/10

6:00 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops20h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/19

6:25 am-4:15 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$841

IncheonChicago

ICN - ORD

ICNORD

Incheon Intl

Tue 6/30

5:45 pm-2:41 pm

1 stop34h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/15

3:40 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$874

IncheonChicago

ICN - ORD

ICNORD

Incheon Intl

Sun 2/8

6:00 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops18h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/19

6:25 am-4:15 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$893

IncheonChicago

ICN - ORD

ICNORD

Incheon Intl

Fri 2/27

12:45 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops25h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/6

9:15 pm-5:40 am

1 stop41h 25m

$901

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Compare providers for flights from Seoul to Chicago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Seoul to Chicago in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Seoul-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Seoul-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Seoul-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Seoul-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Seoul-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Seoul to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Seoul with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Seoul to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Seoul to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seoul to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Seoul to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to Chicago (average of $208). Flying from Seoul to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,041). 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 CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Seoul to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

When flying from Seoul to Chicago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Seoul to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Seoul to Chicago. 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 January 29, 2026.

The most flights from SEL to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Seoul to Chicago?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Seoul to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Seoul to Chicago on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Seoul to Chicago?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Seoul to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Seattle (SEA) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $605.

What’s the fastest layover option from Seoul to Chicago?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Seoul to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Seattle (SEA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 17h 24m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Seoul to Chicago?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Seoul to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 4h 03m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air, Delta, and United Airlines from Seoul to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,188 reviews

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!!
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,188 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,188 reviews

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!!
Delta
7.9
Good
8,125 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,188 reviews

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!!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,214 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,188 reviews

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 Seoul to Chicago. 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 Seoul to Chicago?

    Departing from Seoul to Chicago will take you 26h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6517 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Alaska Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $197. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Asiana Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $229 and $558, respectively. Alaska Airlines is currently priced 82% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $476. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Canada and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Seoul to Chicago for a low price.

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

    The most popular route from Seoul to Chicago is Incheon Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Incheon Intl - Chicago Midway or Seoul Gimpo Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Seoul to Chicago?

    While on average a flight from Seoul to Chicago is generally $1,330, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,059. When looking at the most popular route, (Incheon Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $729 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to Chicago (average of $208). Flying from Seoul to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,041). 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 6 airlines flying from Seoul to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Seoul to Chicago. 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$229Average$1,356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$558Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$586Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Korean AirCheapest$687Average$1,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air CanadaCheapest$730Average$1,062FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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