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$342+ Cheap flights from Seoul (SEL) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 5/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEL — LAX
May 6 — May 131
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seoul to Los Angeles are usually found in March or February, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Seoul to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seoul (SEL) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$458
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$342
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$839

Good round-trip deal

$456 or less

Good one-way deal

$425 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Seoul (SEL)-Los Angeles flight deals.
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From Seoul (SEL) to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Seoul (SEL) to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($203 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Seoul (SEL) to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Seoul (SEL) to Los Angeles.

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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/142:40 pmICN - LAX
Nonstop11h 10mAsiana Airlines
Wed 5/2812:10 pmLAX - ICN
Nonstop13h 25mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 4/30$458
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/711:30 amICN - LAX
1 stop16h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/1410:36 pmLAX - ICN
1 stop24h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$462
This AIR PREMIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 PREMIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/512:45 pmICN - LAX
Nonstop11h 35mAIR PREMIA
Sat 5/1010:50 amLAX - ICN
Nonstop12h 55mAIR PREMIA
Deal found 4/29$512
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 9/115:45 pmICN - LAX
1 stop35h 43mAir Canada
Thu 9/2512:20 pmLAX - ICN
1 stop35h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$547
This Tourvis deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Tourvis is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/36:20 pmICN - LAX
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/3011:00 pmLAX - ICN
Nonstop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$554
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/242:25 pmGMP - LAX
1 stop36h 35mAir China
Thu 8/2111:25 pmLAX - GMP
1 stop21h 40mAir China
Deal found 4/29$798
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/78:20 pmGMP - LAX
1 stop26h 50mEVA Air
Wed 5/1411:50 amLAX - GMP
1 stop33h 00mEVA Air
Deal found 4/30$832
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 9/812:40 pmGMP - LAX
1 stop22h 05mANA
Tue 9/304:50 pmLAX - GMP
1 stop26h 15mANA
Deal found 4/30$863
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/152:25 pmGMP - LAX
1 stop21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/1912:30 pmLAX - GMP
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$973

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Seoul to Los Angeles 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seoul to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Seoul

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IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Tue 5/20

2:40 pm-9:50 am

Nonstop11h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/27

12:10 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop13h 25m

$458

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Wed 5/28

4:50 pm-2:58 pm

1 stop14h 08m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/26

7:00 pm-4:40 am

1 stop17h 40m

$462

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Mon 5/12

12:45 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop11h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/21

10:50 am-3:45 pm

Nonstop12h 55m

$512

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Fri 9/19

5:45 pm-11:18 am

1 stop33h 33m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/25

2:30 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$546

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Tue 6/3

6:20 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop14h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/30

11:00 pm-4:20 am

Nonstop13h 20m

$554

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Sun 5/25

4:40 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/1

11:50 am-5:40 pm

Nonstop13h 50m

$671

SeoulLos Angeles

GMP - LAX

GMPLAX

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sat 5/24

2:25 pm-11:00 am

1 stop36h 35m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/21

11:25 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$798

SeoulLos Angeles

GMP - LAX

GMPLAX

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sat 5/17

1:50 pm-7:10 am

1 stop33h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/19

12:50 am-7:15 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$835

SeoulLos Angeles

GMP - LAX

GMPLAX

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 9/8

12:40 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/30

4:50 pm-11:05 am

1 stop26h 15m

$863

SeoulLos Angeles

GMP - LAX

GMPLAX

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Thu 5/15

2:25 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/19

12:30 pm-11:00 am

1 stop30h 30m

$973

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Compare providers for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles

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 Los Angeles in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 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-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Seoul-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Seoul-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Seoul-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Seoul to Los Angeles flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Seoul to Los Angeles trip
Airlines
AIR PREMIA

Air Premia’s Premium Economy offers 42-43 inches of legroom and priority boarding.


Air Premia provides two full meals and snacks, with Korean or international options.

Read more about AIR PREMIAby Esther Carlstone
Asiana Airlines

Enjoy fully flat beds and 32” screens in Asiana’s A380 business suites.


Asiana’s Economy Smartium offers 36” legroom and 18” wide seats on the A350.

Airports
ICN

Plan for extra time at ICN security, as lines can take up to 20 minutes, especially without fast track options.

Read more about ICNby Gabriel Leigh
LAX

Look for green signs to find free shuttles to the LAX-it station for rideshares and taxis after arriving at LAX.

Read more about LAXby Ramsey Qubein
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Expert on AIR PREMIA

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Esther Carlstone is a travel and food writer based in Los Angeles. Her work has appeared in publications such as Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet, Forbes, Tripadvisor, Insider, and more.

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Marisa Garcia

Expert on Asiana Airlines

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on ICN

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Best time to book a flight from Seoul to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Seoul with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Seoul to Los Angeles

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seoul to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Seoul to Los Angeles is 86 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Seoul to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Seoul to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Seoul to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Seoul to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Seoul to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on September 29, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seoul to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Seoul to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Seoul to Los Angeles. 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from SEL to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, Japan Airlines and ANA from Seoul to Los Angeles have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
8.3
Very good

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seoul to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Seoul?

    Most people fly into Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from Seoul. On average, Los Angeles has 19 inbound flights from Seoul per day from 7 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • How popular is this Seoul to Los Angeles flight route?

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

    Currently priced at $458, Asiana Airlines will fly you from Seoul to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Asiana Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $462 and $545, respectively. Users have found that Asiana Airlines is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Seoul to Los Angeles are AIR PREMIA ($345), XiamenAir ($348), and China Southern ($361).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Seoul to Los Angeles?

    Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from Seoul, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: AIR PREMIA (71%), Korean Air (67%), LATAM Airlines( 67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Seoul to Los Angeles?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Seoul to Los Angeles? While on average our users pay $1,298, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $304. The most popular route (Incheon Intl - Los Angeles), is priced around $204.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Seoul to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seoul to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Seoul to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 7 airlines flying from Seoul to Los Angeles

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Seoul to Los Angeles. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$346Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AIR PREMIACheapest$450Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$474Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$488Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$671Average$903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Korean AirCheapest$676Average$905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$717Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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