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$394+ Cheap flights from South Korea to San Diego (SAN)

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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ICN — SAN
May 5 — May 121
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Cheap flight deals from South Korea to San Diego

Cheapest flights from South Korea to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Korea to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 5, 2026.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/215:45 pm
ICN
-
SAN
1 stop34h 02m
Air Canada
Sat 10/244:55 pm
SAN
-
ICN
1 stop31h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/31$864
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sat 5/167:35 pm
ICN
-
SAN
1 stop16h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/233:56 pm
SAN
-
ICN
1 stop33h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/31$888
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/179:00 pm
ICN
-
SAN
1 stop14h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/235:42 pm
SAN
-
ICN
1 stop19h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$907
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/169:20 pm
ICN
-
SAN
1 stop14h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/235:42 pm
SAN
-
ICN
1 stop19h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$918
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/229:20 pm
ICN
-
SAN
1 stop18h 34m
Asiana Airlines
Fri 6/56:20 am
SAN
-
ICN
1 stop17h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,014
This Hanatour deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Hanatour is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/167:20 pm
ICN
-
SAN
1 stop15h 26m
Delta
Tue 10/207:10 pm
SAN
-
ICN
1 stop28h 10m
Delta
Deal found 4/3$1,015
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/237:35 pm
ICN
-
SAN
1 stop15h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/296:15 am
SAN
-
ICN
1 stop19h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,028
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/237:35 pm
ICN
-
SAN
1 stop20h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/292:18 pm
SAN
-
ICN
2 stops35h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,032
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/19:20 pm
ICN
-
SAN
1 stop18h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/84:49 pm
SAN
-
ICN
1 stop20h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,039
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/47:40 am
GMP
-
SAN
2 stops28h 22m
ANA
Thu 5/79:09 am
SAN
-
GMP
2 stops33h 56m
ANA
Deal found 4/1$1,055
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/199:30 am
PUS
-
SAN
2 stops26h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/267:43 am
SAN
-
PUS
2 stops30h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,123
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1910:40 am
PUS
-
SAN
2 stops27h 46m
Delta
Tue 5/266:45 pm
SAN
-
PUS
2 stops31h 35m
Delta
Deal found 4/4$1,213

Find flight deals from South Korea to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Korea to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated April 5, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$888
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$394
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,040
Provider with most accurate pricing for Seoul (SEL)-San Diego flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Seoul (SEL)-San Diego flights.
From South Korea to San Diego
One-way flight from South Korea to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 40% potential increase in price ($655 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 15% potential price decrease ($126 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Korea to San Diego 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 April 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Korea to San Diego that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

IncheonSan Diego

ICN - SAN

ICNSAN

Incheon Intl

Sat 5/16

7:35 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop16h 03m

San Diego

Sat 5/23

3:56 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop33h 34m

$888

BusanSan Diego

PUS - SAN

PUSSAN

Busan Gimhae

Tue 5/19

9:30 am-8:29 pm

2 stops26h 59m

San Diego

Tue 5/26

7:43 am-6:10 am

2 stops30h 27m

$1,123

IncheonSan Diego

ICN - SAN

ICNSAN

Incheon Intl

Fri 5/1

4:50 pm-12:28 am

1 stop23h 38m

San Diego

Sat 5/9

1:35 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop33h 25m

$1,165

BusanSan Diego

PUS - SAN

PUSSAN

Busan Gimhae

Tue 5/19

10:40 am-10:26 pm

2 stops27h 46m

San Diego

Tue 5/26

6:45 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops31h 35m

$1,213

IncheonSan Diego

ICN - SAN

ICNSAN

Incheon Intl

Sun 6/21

7:00 pm-10:08 am

1 stop31h 08m

San Diego

Mon 6/29

7:56 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops28h 54m

$1,225

SeoulSan Diego

GMP - SAN

GMPSAN

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 5/18

12:40 pm-8:02 pm

2 stops23h 22m

San Diego

Mon 5/25

8:32 pm-11:05 am

2 stops22h 33m

$1,262

IncheonSan Diego

ICN - SAN

ICNSAN

Incheon Intl

Sat 5/16

7:35 pm-7:58 am

2 stops28h 23m

San Diego

Sun 5/24

7:15 am-5:30 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$1,262

IncheonSan Diego

ICN - SAN

ICNSAN

Incheon Intl

Wed 5/20

7:35 pm-7:58 am

2 stops28h 23m

San Diego

Wed 5/27

10:29 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops27h 01m

$1,302
Quickest round-trip

IncheonSan Diego

ICN - SAN

ICNSAN

Incheon Intl

Tue 4/21

7:00 pm-10:36 pm

2 stops19h 36m

San Diego

Tue 6/9

7:00 am-4:40 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$1,333

BusanSan Diego

PUS - SAN

PUSSAN

Busan Gimhae

Thu 7/9

7:30 am-8:58 pm

2 stops29h 28m

San Diego

Fri 8/7

8:15 am-1:00 pm

2 stops36h 45m

$1,407

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from South Korea with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Korea to San Diego

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Korea to San Diego (average of $333). Flying from South Korea to San Diego in August is currently the most expensive (average of $890). 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 KR to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from South Korea to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 5, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Korea to San Diego in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 77% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Korea to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from South Korea to San Diego. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated April 5, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Korea to San Diego, such as Asiana Airlines and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

MNL - ICN

Our seats got changed due to an aircraft change which resulted in us loosing our window seat and put us behind the engines.

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

MNL - ICN

Our seats got changed due to an aircraft change which resulted in us loosing our window seat and put us behind the engines.

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

MNL - ICN

Our seats got changed due to an aircraft change which resulted in us loosing our window seat and put us behind the engines.

Related info for your journey

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

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Korea to San Diego. It is only a 2.6 mi journey from San Diego (SAN) to San Diego’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from South Korea to San Diego?

    A quick flight from South Korea to San Diego can take about 16h 03m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $888. The distance from South Korea to San Diego is about 6086 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 South Korea to San Diego one-way?

    $412 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $479 and $536, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Korea to San Diego (average of $333). Flying from South Korea to San Diego in August is currently the most expensive (average of $890). 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 2 airlines flying from South Korea to San Diego

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from South Korea to San Diego. 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 April 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$636Average$834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$660Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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