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$448+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) 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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — ICN
Sep 16 — Sep 231
Wed 9/16
Wed 9/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New York to South Korea
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to South Korea. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 17, 2026.

This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/231:00 am -
Nonstop15h 15m
Wed 9/911:30 am -
2 stops20h 55m
Deal found 8/14$862
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/51:00 am -
Nonstop15h 15m
Sat 9/129:25 pm -
Nonstop14h 05m
Deal found 8/15$872
This Traveloka deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Traveloka is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/261:55 am -
1 stop28h 10m
Sun 10/48:05 pm -
1 stop30h 05m
Deal found 8/13$872
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/71:00 am -
Nonstop15h 15m
Tue 9/299:25 pm -
Nonstop14h 05m
Deal found 8/16$876
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/201:00 am -
Nonstop15h 15m
Wed 9/309:25 pm -
Nonstop14h 05m
Deal found 8/13$878
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1312:01 am -
Nonstop15h 39m
Sun 11/159:55 pm -
Nonstop13h 35m
Deal found 8/13$880
This Traveloka deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Traveloka is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/131:00 am -
Nonstop15h 15m
Mon 9/219:25 pm -
Nonstop14h 05m
Deal found 8/14$882
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/21:45 am -
1 stop22h 10m
Tue 11/101:55 am -
1 stop24h 05m
Deal found 8/16$882
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/231:00 am -
Nonstop15h 15m
Tue 9/811:30 am -
1 stop31h 23m
Deal found 8/15$884
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/211:00 am -
Nonstop15h 15m
Tue 9/299:25 pm -
Nonstop14h 05m
Deal found 8/15$887
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/271:00 am -
Nonstop15h 40m
Mon 11/239:55 pm -
Nonstop13h 35m
Deal found 8/16$888
This Agoda.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Agoda.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1712:01 am -
Nonstop15h 39m
Sun 11/229:55 pm -
Nonstop13h 35m
Deal found 8/15$890

Find flight deals from New York to South Korea

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to South Korea flight deals. Data was last updated August 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Expedia
1 star

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$869
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$448
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,285

Good round-trip deal

$781 or less

Good one-way deal

$491 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to South Korea that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkJeju City

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CJU Jeju City

JFKCJU

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/13

10:00 am-6:30 am

1 stop31h 30m

Jeju City

Sun 9/20

7:30 am-1:10 pm

1 stop42h 40m

$1,002

New YorkBusan

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - PUS Busan Gimhae

JFKPUS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/15

1:55 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 40m

Busan Gimhae

Wed 9/23

7:45 am-8:35 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$1,023

New YorkJeju City

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CJU Jeju City

JFKCJU

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/7

1:45 am-6:40 am

1 stop38h 55m

Jeju City

Thu 11/12

7:45 am-5:45 am

1 stop36h 00m

$1,027

New YorkBusan

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - PUS Busan Gimhae

JFKPUS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/14

1:55 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 40m

Busan Gimhae

Mon 9/21

7:45 am-1:10 pm

1 stop42h 25m

$1,029
Quickest round-trip

NewarkIncheon

EWR Newark - ICN Incheon Intl

EWRICN

Newark

Thu 10/29

1:00 am-5:40 am

Nonstop15h 40m

Incheon Intl

Thu 11/5

9:55 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop13h 35m

$1,033

NewarkIncheon

EWR Newark - ICN Incheon Intl

EWRICN

Newark

Thu 8/27

1:00 am-5:15 am

Nonstop15h 15m

Incheon Intl

Tue 9/22

9:25 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop14h 05m

$1,036

NewarkIncheon

EWR Newark - ICN Incheon Intl

EWRICN

Newark

Tue 9/15

10:35 am-3:20 pm

Nonstop15h 45m

Incheon Intl

Wed 12/2

6:30 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,043

NewarkIncheon

EWR Newark - ICN Incheon Intl

EWRICN

Newark

Tue 10/13

10:35 am-3:20 pm

Nonstop15h 45m

Incheon Intl

Wed 10/28

5:30 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,043

NewarkIncheon

EWR Newark - ICN Incheon Intl

EWRICN

Newark

Mon 9/21

10:35 am-3:20 pm

Nonstop15h 45m

Incheon Intl

Thu 10/1

5:15 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop13h 45m

$1,043

NewarkIncheon

EWR Newark - ICN Incheon Intl

EWRICN

Newark

Thu 9/17

4:00 pm-4:20 am

1 stop23h 20m

Incheon Intl

Sun 9/27

5:15 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop13h 45m

$1,047

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  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New York-South Korea flights, users find the pricing of Expedia to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Expedia Users can find the same prices on New York-South Korea flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Expedia <90% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-South Korea flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-South Korea flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 New York-South Korea 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 New York to South Korea

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to South Korea

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Korea (average of $1,009). Flying from New York to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,651). 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 NYC to KR?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 17, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New York to South Korea as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from New York to South Korea

Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 17, 2026.

The most flights from NYC to KR0 are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

How often are flights from New York to South Korea delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between New York and South Korea have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 133 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to South Korea flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to South Korea flights?

Over the last year, Asiana Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% of flights being delayed.

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

The price you pay for your flight from New York to South Korea may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Korea

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Korea. 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 South Korea. Reviews last updated August 17, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Korean Air,AIR PREMIA, andAsiana Airlines from New York to South Korea by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,221 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,221 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,221 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
AIR PREMIA
8.1
Very good
103 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,221 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
558 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,221 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,503 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,221 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,106 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,221 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York 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 New York to South Korea?

    Departing from New York to South Korea will take you 15h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6877 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $358 on AIR PREMIA. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $468 and United Airlines from $468 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to South Korea?

    When deciding which route to take from New York to South Korea consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Incheon Intl, Newark - Incheon Intl or New York LaGuardia - Incheon Intl as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to South Korea?

    Consider Singapore Airlines (83%), Delta (81%) or Thai Airways (65%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from New York to South Korea.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to South Korea?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $442. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Incheon Intl) can be booked for $900 on average, our data indicates $2,703 when flying from New York to South Korea.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 New York to South Korea?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Korea (average of $1,009). Flying from New York to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,651). 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 New York to South Korea

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AIR PREMIACheapest$404Average$1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$560Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$626Average$1,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$781Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$841Average$1,419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Cathay PacificCheapest$864Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China AirlinesCheapest$866Average$1,658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$877Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
EVA AirCheapest$977Average$1,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$1,291Average$1,626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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