Which day is cheapest to fly to South Korea?

The cheapest day to fly to South Korea is usually Tuesday. At the moment, Friday is the most expensive.

What time of day is cheapest to fly to South Korea?

Flights in the afternoon are typically the cheapest time of the day to fly to South Korea. Flights in the evening are usually the most expensive.

When is the best time to book a flight to South Korea?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to South Korea, you should look to book at least 61 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Cheap Flights to South Korea from $463

Cheapest Prices for South Korea flights by month

The cheapest ticket to South Korea found for each month in 2021 based on historical flight searches by Cheapflights users.

January

$890

February

$919

March

$846

April

$886

May

$967

June

$1,313

July

$1,205

August

$980

September

$873

October

$873

November

$890

December

$969

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to South Korea. Flying to South Korea in June will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the best time to fly to South Korea?

Average Seoul flight ticket prices and weather conditions for 2021 and 2022 by month.

LAS - SEL Price	$781 - $1,666
SEL Temperature	35.6 - 84.2 °F
SEL Precipitation	0.79 - 16.18 inches

The best time to fly to South Korea is during July, but great deals can be found at other times. August sees the temperatures in South Korea peak to their warmest. July tends, on average, to see the most amount of rainfall.

Having technically been at war with North Korea for 60 years, South Korea is in a perpetually sticky geopolitical situation. But while many Westerners may find it hard to think about South Korea without thinking of international tension, there is so much more to this country steeped in tradition and history.

With a history of conquest by both the Chinese and Japanese and a rich vibrant history of its own, South Korea’s unique blend of cultural influences shows up in its food, language, architecture and every other imaginable way. But book a cheap flight to South Korea, see the thriving city’s sprawling, majestic countryside, and you’ll soon understand why South Korea is very much its own entity with a strong national identity.

How long is the flight to Korea?

Few airlines fly to Korea from the United States. The quickest one-stop flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Jeju International Airport, takes around 19h 20m, while the shortest nonstop flight time from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Incheon International Airport in Seoul, is roughly 14h 30m. The shortest one-stop flight time from Los Angeles International Airport to Jeju Airport is roughly 18h, and nonstop flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Incheon International Airport take approximately 13h 30m. Some flights to Incheon Airport can have a duration as long as 37h, depending on the airline’s itinerary, number of stopovers, or stopover length.

Which cities offer direct flights to Korea?

Direct non-stop flights are offered by eight airlines from the United States to Korea. They include Asiana Airlines, Singapore Airlines, American Airlines, Jin Air, and Hawaiian Airlines. The biggest airlines that fly from the US to Korea are Delta Airlines, Korean Air, and United Airlines. Flights are out of New York, Dallas, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, Washington, DOC, Las Vegas, Philadelphia, Denver, Honolulu and Houston.

What is the best way to travel around Korea?

The best way to travel around Seoul is via the subway. Since the city is expansive and the subway is cheap and covers a large area, it is more convenient than renting a car. Also, the traffic in the city is bumper to bumper and a headache to navigate. During rush hour times in the morning and early evening, there is a lot of commotion and from midnight to 5:30 am the subway is closed. There are many taxis available. If you have a late night out, you can still find transportation however, the taxi fares can be expensive. While in Jeju, the best mode of transportation for tourists is a tourist shuttle bus. These buses are inexpensive, they run every 30 minutes and take you to the major sites around the island. There are two lines that run, one on the east side of the island and one on the west. While in the shuttle, you are given fun facts about each destination.

What are some things to do in Korea?

In Seoul, if you are looking to get a taste of Korean culture, check out Bukchon Hanok Village and travel back in time. Also, Gyeongbokgung Palace gives you a great example of classic Korean architecture. Traveling south the island of Jeju, enjoy the ocean breeze and sea views. You can watch a sunrise over a volcano, climb a volcano, see Asia’s only waterfall that terminates directly into the sea, or explore an underwater cave. Another interesting attraction is the human-sized maze you can navigate through.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Korea?

US citizens must have a valid passport. While you can get a visa in advance to speed up the process, you can enter the Republic of Korea without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.

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What is the climate like in South Korea?

South Korea has four distinct seasons; spring and fall are ideal for visiting, while a rainy season begins in June and ends in a humid, sweltering summer in August. Winters are extremely cold.

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When is the best time to fly to South Korea?

Spring and autumn are marvelous seasons to visit. The rainy season begins in June, and the rest of the summer is unbearably hot and humid. Siberian winds can make the winter numbingly cold, so unless you’re coming for the skiing or hot springs, it’s better to avoid the winters.

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What is the best way to travel around South Korea?

Buses specifically routed to many cities throughout Korea leave from directly outside of Incheon International Airport. Visitors can also choose to fly or take the train between cities; Korail is the major train company. Buses are an excellent way to get around and between each major city. Renting cars isn’t preferable, particularly in Seoul, as the traffic is intense and the driving habits of South Koreans aren’t always the safest or most predictable. Taxis are fairly convenient but can also be a bit pricey.

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What is good to know if travelling to South Korea?

Proper attention should be paid to being gracious and courteous in the Korean way. Koreans bow to show respect upon introduction, take their shoes off when entering the homes of others, and show extreme graciousness to the elderly. You should be prepared to do the same. And it’s probably best to avoid any political conversations or mention of past wars. Koreans have a strong sense of national pride and may take offense to anything they sense might be a slight encroachment on that, so err on the side of caution and stick to sunnier conversation topics. There are lots of other ins and outs regarding etiquette in Korea, so read up before you go.

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How popular are flights to South Korea this year?

This year has seen a 12% decrease in flight searches for South Korea.

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Cheapest flights to South Korea

Not set on South Korea? See the cheapest flights to United States. Airfare prices updated on October 17, 2021.

New York to Seoul flights from $663 pp

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Washington to Seoul flights from $670 pp

Honolulu to Seoul flights from $714 pp

Houston to Seoul flights from $721 pp

Los Angeles to Seoul flights from $739 pp

Phoenix to Seoul flights from $739 pp

Seattle to Seoul flights from $749 pp

Atlanta to Seoul flights from $796 pp

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San Antonio to Seoul flights from $798 pp

Charlotte to Seoul flights from $802 pp

Miami to Seoul flights from $810 pp

Boston to Seoul flights from $823 pp

Portland to Seoul flights from $842 pp

Denver to Seoul flights from $849 pp

Popular in	June	High demand for flights, 30% potential price rise
Cheapest in	April	Best time to find cheap flights, 5% potential price drop
Average price	$1,053	Average for round-trip flights in October 2021
Round-trip from	$908	From Las Vegas McCarran to South Korea
One-way from	$10	One-way flight from Las Vegas McCarran (LAS) to South Korea

Flights to South Korea in 2021

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Cheapest Prices for South Korea flights by month

The cheapest ticket to South Korea found for each month in 2021 based on historical flight searches by Cheapflights users.

When is the best time to fly to South Korea?

Average Seoul flight ticket prices and weather conditions for 2021 and 2022 by month.

When is the best time to book a flight to South Korea?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to South Korea, you should look to book at least 61 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Which day is cheapest to fly to South Korea?

The cheapest day to fly to South Korea is usually Tuesday. At the moment, Friday is the most expensive.