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$325+ Cheap flights from California to South Korea

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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ICN
Sep 6 — Sep 131
Sun 9/6
Sun 9/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to South Korea

Cheapest flights from California to South Korea
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to South Korea. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 7, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2610:40 am -
Nonstop12h 20m
Tue 9/111:30 am -
Nonstop11h 00m
Deal found 8/5$682
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2711:59 pm -
1 stop23h 26m
Mon 11/96:00 pm -
Nonstop10h 45m
Deal found 8/7$683
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/611:55 pm -
Nonstop12h 25m
Sun 9/2711:30 am -
Nonstop10h 40m
Deal found 8/7$684
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/710:40 am -
Nonstop12h 20m
Thu 8/204:50 pm -
Nonstop11h 10m
Deal found 8/6$685
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2711:55 pm -
Nonstop12h 25m
Tue 9/1511:30 am -
Nonstop10h 40m
Deal found 8/3$686
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/2511:15 pm -
1 stop24h 10m
Wed 10/286:00 pm -
Nonstop10h 30m
Deal found 8/6$687
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2811:45 pm -
Nonstop12h 55m
Wed 11/116:30 pm -
1 stop22h 27m
Deal found 8/4$688
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/93:00 pm -
1 stop32h 25m
Tue 11/176:30 pm -
1 stop37h 53m
Deal found 8/7$689
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1911:55 pm -
Nonstop12h 25m
Sat 9/265:15 pm -
1 stop31h 59m
Deal found 8/4$692
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2811:45 pm -
Nonstop12h 55m
Thu 11/56:30 pm -
1 stop32h 00m
Deal found 8/7$693
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Wed 9/911:50 pm -
1 stop22h 05m
Mon 9/284:45 pm -
1 stop19h 15m
Deal found 8/5$695
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Sat 9/511:50 pm -
1 stop22h 05m
Sat 9/129:40 am -
1 stop26h 20m
Deal found 8/5$696

Find flight deals from California to South Korea

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to South Korea flight deals. Data was last updated August 7, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$682
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$325
(SmartFares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$885

Good round-trip deal

$721 or less

Good one-way deal

$353 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($170 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to South Korea 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 August 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to South Korea that are best for you.

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Price

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San FranciscoIncheon

SFO San Francisco - ICN Incheon Intl

SFOICN

San Francisco

Thu 9/17

10:25 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop12h 35m

Incheon Intl

Sun 9/27

4:50 pm-11:40 am

Nonstop10h 50m

$682

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO San Francisco - ICN Incheon Intl

SFOICN

San Francisco

Tue 11/3

2:00 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Incheon Intl

Wed 11/18

12:45 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop10h 45m

$687

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO San Francisco - ICN Incheon Intl

SFOICN

San Francisco

Fri 9/11

11:59 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop23h 21m

Incheon Intl

Fri 10/9

5:15 pm-9:14 am

1 stop31h 59m

$697

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO San Francisco - ICN Incheon Intl

SFOICN

San Francisco

Fri 9/18

11:59 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop23h 21m

Incheon Intl

Wed 9/30

5:15 pm-9:14 am

1 stop31h 59m

$697

Los AngelesIncheon

LAX Los Angeles - ICN Incheon Intl

LAXICN

Los Angeles

Wed 11/11

10:30 pm-5:10 am

Nonstop13h 40m

Incheon Intl

Wed 11/25

10:20 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop11h 00m

$728

Los AngelesIncheon

LAX Los Angeles - ICN Incheon Intl

LAXICN

Los Angeles

Thu 8/20

10:50 am-3:50 pm

Nonstop13h 00m

Incheon Intl

Wed 9/9

1:00 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop11h 20m

$738

Los AngelesIncheon

LAX Los Angeles - ICN Incheon Intl

LAXICN

Los Angeles

Thu 9/24

12:30 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops34h 20m

Incheon Intl

Sat 10/3

3:50 pm-10:05 am

2 stops34h 15m

$756

Los AngelesIncheon

LAX Los Angeles - ICN Incheon Intl

LAXICN

Los Angeles

Mon 8/31

11:30 pm-4:30 am

Nonstop13h 00m

Incheon Intl

Sat 9/19

1:00 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop11h 20m

$782

Los AngelesIncheon

LAX Los Angeles - ICN Incheon Intl

LAXICN

Los Angeles

Sun 10/18

10:50 am-3:50 pm

Nonstop13h 00m

Incheon Intl

Thu 11/5

1:20 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop11h 00m

$788

Los AngelesIncheon

LAX Los Angeles - ICN Incheon Intl

LAXICN

Los Angeles

Thu 1/14

9:50 am-4:20 pm

Nonstop13h 30m

Incheon Intl

Thu 1/28

1:20 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop11h 00m

$831

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Best time to book a flight from California to South Korea

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Korea (average of $826). Flying from California to South Korea in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,372). 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 CA to KR?

Find hourly flight availability from California to South Korea. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 7, 2026.

When flying from California to South Korea, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from California to South Korea

Explore weekly flight availability from California to South Korea. 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 August 7, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to KR0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to South Korea?

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from California to South Korea. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to South Korea. Price data was last updated on August 1, 2026.

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to South Korea. 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 California to South Korea?

    Departing from California to South Korea will take you 12h 35m. The distance from California to South Korea is about 5642 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    $56 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Allegiant Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and American Airlines, with prices starting from $74 and $81, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to South Korea 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 California to South Korea?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Korea (average of $826). Flying from California to South Korea in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,372). 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 10 airlines flying from California to South Korea

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to South Korea. 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 August 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$144Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
XiamenAirCheapest$346Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
AIR PREMIACheapest$383Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$563Average$1,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$578Average$622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air ChinaCheapest$592Average$664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$630Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Cathay PacificCheapest$640Average$851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$642Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
China EasternCheapest$649Average$757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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