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$348+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to South Korea

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SFO — ICN
Aug 4 — Aug 111
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to South Korea

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to South Korea flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$660
(Ovago)

One-way from

$348
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$935

Good round-trip deal

$661 or less

Good one-way deal

$360 or less
From San Francisco to South Korea
One-way flight from San Francisco to South Korea
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($143 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($54 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to South Korea.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to South Korea.

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to South Korea
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South Korea. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sun 8/313:30 pmSFO - ICN
Nonstop13h 00mAIR PREMIA
Fri 9/126:20 pmICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 40mAIR PREMIA
Deal found 7/29$660
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/1411:55 pmSFO - ICN
Nonstop12h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/2511:30 amICN - SFO
Nonstop11h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$661
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/278:00 amSFO - ICN
1 stop18h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 10/118:35 pmICN - SFO
1 stop17h 54mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/29$663
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2211:22 amSFO - ICN
1 stop15h 13mAlaska Airlines
Sun 4/198:35 pmICN - SFO
1 stop29h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$664
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Mon 8/412:00 pmSFO - ICN
2 stops35h 35mChina Eastern
Fri 8/298:15 pmICN - SFO
2 stops28h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/30$670
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1511:45 amSFO - GMP
1 stop32h 20mAir China
Tue 11/252:25 pmGMP - SFO
1 stop35h 50mAir China
Deal found 7/29$683
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/811:45 amSFO - ICN
1 stop35h 50mAir China
Tue 11/251:10 pmICN - SFO
1 stop37h 05mAir China
Deal found 7/29$683
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 10/27:30 amSFO - ICN
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/156:20 pmICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$696
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2512:00 pmSFO - GMP
1 stop39h 50mChina Eastern
Fri 8/298:50 pmGMP - SFO
1 stop28h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/29$753
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1510:50 pmSFO - PUS
1 stop41h 00mVietnam Airlines
Thu 10/309:30 amPUS - SFO
1 stop24h 30mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 7/30$814
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/155:20 pmSFO - PUS
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/2512:45 pmPUS - SFO
2 stops22h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$822
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/181:45 amSFO - GMP
1 stop24h 50mANA
Tue 8/267:40 amGMP - SFO
1 stop25h 15mANA
Deal found 7/28$841

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to South Korea that are best for you.

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South Korea

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San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Sun 8/31

3:30 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop13h 00m

Incheon Intl

Fri 9/12

6:20 pm-1:00 pm

Nonstop10h 40m

$660

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

11:55 pm-4:20 am

Nonstop12h 25m

Incheon Intl

Mon 8/25

11:30 am-6:30 am

Nonstop11h 00m

$661

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Sat 9/27

8:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Incheon Intl

Sat 10/11

8:35 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop17h 54m

$663

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

11:22 am-6:35 pm

1 stop15h 13m

Incheon Intl

Thu 4/16

8:35 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop19h 03m

$664

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

12:00 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops32h 10m

Incheon Intl

Fri 8/29

8:15 pm-9:05 am

2 stops28h 50m

$670

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Sat 11/8

11:45 am-4:35 pm

1 stop35h 50m

Incheon Intl

Tue 12/2

1:10 pm-9:15 am

1 stop37h 05m

$683

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Thu 10/2

7:30 am-6:45 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Incheon Intl

Wed 10/15

6:20 pm-1:00 pm

Nonstop10h 40m

$696

San FranciscoSeoul

SFO - GMP

SFOGMP

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

12:00 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop39h 50m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Fri 8/29

8:50 pm-9:05 am

1 stop28h 15m

$753

San FranciscoBusan

SFO - PUS

SFOPUS

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

10:50 pm-7:50 am

1 stop41h 00m

Busan Gimhae

Thu 10/30

9:30 am-6:00 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$814

San FranciscoBusan

SFO - PUS

SFOPUS

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

5:20 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Busan Gimhae

Thu 9/25

12:45 pm-7:19 pm

2 stops22h 34m

$822

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to South Korea

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to South Korea

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Korea (average of $998). Flying from San Francisco to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,635). 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 SFO to KR?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 July 30, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to South Korea, 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 San Francisco to South Korea

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 July 30, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to KR0 are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

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 July 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with ANA, Korean Air, and Japan Airlines from San Francisco 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.
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
8.4
Very good
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to South Korea?

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to South Korea. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to South Korea flight route?

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is AIR PREMIA, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $348. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and Air China, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to South Korea for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to South Korea?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to South Korea?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to South Korea are Thai Airways (97%), Singapore Airlines (97%) and AIR PREMIA (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to South Korea?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to South Korea? While on average our users pay $2,267, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $342. The most popular route (San Francisco - Incheon Intl), is priced around $607.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to South Korea?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Korea (average of $998). Flying from San Francisco to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,635). 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 San Francisco to South Korea

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$422Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
AIR PREMIACheapest$623Average$804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
China EasternCheapest$651Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$656Average$821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$660Average$813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$675Average$1,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Korean AirCheapest$777Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air CanadaCheapest$789Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Cathay PacificCheapest$809Average$878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$833Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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