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$528+ Cheap flights from Seoul (SEL) to New York, NY (NYC)

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 10/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEL — NYC
Jun 19 — Jun 261
Fri 6/19
Fri 6/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seoul to New York are usually found in November or February, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from Seoul to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seoul to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 20, 2026.

This AIR PREMIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 AIR PREMIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/159:25 pm
ICN
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EWR
Nonstop14h 05m
AIR PREMIA
Mon 11/912:01 am
EWR
-
ICN
Nonstop15h 39m
AIR PREMIA
Deal found 5/16$930
This AIR PREMIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Sun 6/149:25 pm
ICN
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EWR
Nonstop14h 05m
AIR PREMIA
Wed 10/211:00 am
EWR
-
ICN
Nonstop15h 15m
AIR PREMIA
Deal found 5/17$931
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Thu 10/229:25 pm
ICN
-
EWR
Nonstop14h 05m
AIR PREMIA
Sun 10/251:00 am
EWR
-
ICN
Nonstop15h 40m
AIR PREMIA
Deal found 5/17$943
This WhyPayMore deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 WhyPayMore is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/225:45 pm
ICN
-
EWR
1 stop35h 48m
Air Canada
Thu 7/26:05 pm
EWR
-
ICN
1 stop33h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/19$968
This WhyPayMore deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 WhyPayMore is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/35:45 pm
ICN
-
EWR
1 stop35h 55m
Air Canada
Thu 7/236:05 pm
EWR
-
ICN
1 stop33h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/20$992
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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.
Tue 12/296:55 pm
ICN
-
LGA
2 stops28h 52m
Air Canada
Tue 1/53:30 pm
LGA
-
ICN
2 stops35h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/20$993
This WhyPayMore deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 WhyPayMore is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/115:45 pm
ICN
-
EWR
1 stop35h 55m
Air Canada
Sat 6/136:05 pm
EWR
-
ICN
1 stop33h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/20$993
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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.
Tue 12/296:55 pm
ICN
-
JFK
2 stops40h 03m
Air Canada
Tue 1/510:05 am
JFK
-
ICN
2 stops41h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/20$993
This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/149:25 pm
ICN
-
EWR
Nonstop14h 05m
AIR PREMIA
Sun 10/181:00 am
EWR
-
ICN
Nonstop15h 15m
AIR PREMIA
Deal found 5/16$996
This AIR PREMIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 AIR PREMIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/229:25 pm
ICN
-
EWR
Nonstop14h 05m
AIR PREMIA
Tue 8/251:00 am
EWR
-
ICN
Nonstop15h 15m
AIR PREMIA
Deal found 5/16$997
This AIR PREMIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 AIR PREMIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/229:25 pm
ICN
-
EWR
Nonstop14h 05m
AIR PREMIA
Sun 9/131:00 am
EWR
-
ICN
Nonstop15h 15m
AIR PREMIA
Deal found 5/16$998
This WhyPayMore deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 WhyPayMore is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/145:45 pm
ICN
-
EWR
1 stop35h 48m
Air Canada
Mon 10/1911:15 am
EWR
-
ICN
1 stop39h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/19$999

Find flight deals from Seoul to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seoul (SEL) to New York (NYC). 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 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$930
(AIR PREMIA)

One-way from

$528
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$734

Good round-trip deal

$872 or less

Good one-way deal

$602 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Seoul to New York 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 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seoul to New York that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

IncheonNewark

ICN - EWR

ICNEWR

Incheon Intl

Wed 10/21

5:15 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop13h 45m

Newark

Wed 10/28

10:00 am-4:40 am

2 stops29h 40m

$1,014

IncheonNewark

ICN - EWR

ICNEWR

Incheon Intl

Wed 10/21

7:40 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop16h 56m

Newark

Wed 10/28

6:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$1,095
Quickest round-trip

IncheonNewark

ICN - EWR

ICNEWR

Incheon Intl

Mon 10/12

9:25 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop14h 05m

Newark

Sat 10/24

1:00 am-5:15 am

Nonstop15h 15m

$1,165

IncheonNew York

ICN - LGA

ICNLGA

Incheon Intl

Sat 6/6

7:40 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop17h 04m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 7/26

7:55 am-5:20 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$1,218

IncheonNewark

ICN - EWR

ICNEWR

Incheon Intl

Mon 6/1

6:50 pm-12:59 am

1 stop19h 09m

Newark

Thu 7/16

9:55 am-4:25 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$1,219

IncheonNew York

ICN - LGA

ICNLGA

Incheon Intl

Mon 6/1

6:50 pm-8:14 am

1 stop26h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 7/25

6:05 am-5:20 pm

2 stops22h 15m

$1,260

IncheonNew York

ICN - LGA

ICNLGA

Incheon Intl

Sat 5/30

7:40 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop17h 04m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 8/8

6:05 am-5:20 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$1,268

IncheonNewark

ICN - EWR

ICNEWR

Incheon Intl

Fri 6/5

9:25 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop14h 05m

Newark

Mon 6/8

1:00 am-5:15 am

Nonstop15h 15m

$1,303

IncheonNewark

ICN - EWR

ICNEWR

Incheon Intl

Wed 9/23

9:25 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop14h 05m

Newark

Mon 10/5

1:00 am-5:15 am

Nonstop15h 15m

$1,332

IncheonNew York

ICN - JFK

ICNJFK

Incheon Intl

Mon 6/8

11:45 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop35h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 6/14

1:20 am-10:25 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,353

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Compare providers for flights from Seoul to New York

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 New York in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BusinessClassPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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-New York flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Seoul-New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Seoul-New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Seoul-New York flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-New York 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 Seoul to New York

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York from Seoul with our price prediction graph.
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Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Seoul to New York

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to New York (average of $487). Flying from Seoul to New York in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,180). 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 NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Seoul to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 20, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Seoul to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Seoul to New York. 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 20, 2026.

The most flights from SEL to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Seoul to New York?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Seoul to New York?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Seoul to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

San Francisco (SFO) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 71% of 1-stop itineraries from Seoul to New York on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Seoul to New York?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Seoul to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Toronto (YYZ) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $473.

What’s the fastest layover option from Seoul to New York?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Seoul to New York, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Toronto (YYZ) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 16h 48m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Seoul to New York?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Seoul to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 46m.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Seoul to New York, you should look to book at least 10 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated May 20, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Korean Air,Asiana Airlines, andAIR PREMIA from Seoul to New York. 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,218 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,218 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,218 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
534 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,218 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
AIR PREMIA
8.0
Very good
92 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,218 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,738 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,218 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,065 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,218 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seoul to New York. 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 Seoul to New York?

    Departing from Seoul to New York will take you 13h 45m. There are 6877 mi between Seoul and New York. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Seoul to New York round-trip?

    Currently priced at $421, AIR PREMIA will fly you from Seoul to New York and back. In addition to AIR PREMIA, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Canada and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $463 and $465, respectively. You may be able to fly from Seoul to New York for 43% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with AIR PREMIA, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $324. United Airlines flights start at $405 while deals on Air Canada start at $422 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Incheon Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Incheon Intl - New York LaGuardia or Incheon Intl - Newark when deciding on the best route from Seoul to New York.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Seoul to New York consider choosing Asiana Airlines (97%), Thai Airways (96%) or United Airlines (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Seoul to New York?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $625. While the most popular route (Incheon Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl) can be booked for $1,092 on average, our data indicates $1,548 when flying from Seoul to New York.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seoul to New York 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 New York?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to New York (average of $487). Flying from Seoul to New York in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,180). 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 6 airlines flying from Seoul to New York

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Seoul to New York. 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 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AIR PREMIACheapest$421Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$463Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$465Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Korean AirCheapest$608Average$871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$622Average$777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$626Average$817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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