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$341+ Cheap flights from South Korea to San Diego (SAN)

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ICN — SAN
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Korea to San Diego

Best flights from South Korea to San Diego
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Korea to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 4/24:50 pmICN - SAN
2 stops23h 07mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/67:20 amSAN - ICN
1 stop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$628
This modetour deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 modetour is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/158:35 pmICN - SAN
1 stop35h 57mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/154:59 pmSAN - ICN
1 stop33h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$645
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/239:00 pmICN - SAN
1 stop14h 48mAsiana Airlines
Mon 4/610:50 amSAN - ICN
1 stop25h 30mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 12/11$660
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 5/168:35 pmICN - SAN
1 stop14h 26mAlaska Airlines
Fri 5/228:50 pmSAN - ICN
1 stop29h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$661
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 1/288:05 pmICN - SAN
1 stop14h 55mDelta
Sat 1/311:45 pmSAN - ICN
1 stop33h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/10$668
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Mon 3/238:35 pmICN - SAN
2 stops30h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/66:15 amSAN - ICN
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$656
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 1/248:35 pmICN - SAN
1 stop15h 44mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/315:17 pmSAN - ICN
2 stops32h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/10$690
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sun 1/257:40 pmGMP - SAN
2 stops37h 50mJapan Airlines
Sun 2/16:43 amSAN - GMP
2 stops22h 22mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,423
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/238:40 amGMP - SAN
2 stops22h 09mANA
Mon 4/68:40 pmSAN - GMP
2 stops22h 25mANA
Deal found 12/11$2,307
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1612:05 pmGMP - SAN
2 stops20h 25mJapan Airlines
Fri 5/228:15 amSAN - GMP
2 stops21h 35mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,440
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/288:00 amGMP - SAN
2 stops21h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/317:00 amSAN - GMP
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,489
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/27:55 amGMP - SAN
2 stops24h 14mJapan Airlines
Mon 4/67:05 amSAN - GMP
2 stops22h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,791
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/279:25 amPUS - SAN
1 stop17h 20mJapan Airlines
Sun 3/18:00 amSAN - PUS
2 stops21h 00mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/11$3,128
This YBTour deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 YBTour is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/312:25 pmGMP - SAN
2 stops23h 23mANA
Sun 3/88:50 pmSAN - GMP
2 stops22h 30mANA
Deal found 12/10$3,980
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 2/1111:05 amPUS - SAN
2 stops23h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/306:10 pmSAN - PUS
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$3,699
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/2712:05 pmGMP - SAN
2 stops24h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/316:20 amSAN - GMP
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$4,742

Find flight deals from South Korea to San Diego

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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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Korea to San Diego that are best for you.

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South Korea

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IncheonSan Diego

ICN - SAN

ICNSAN

Incheon Intl

Thu 4/2

4:50 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops23h 07m

San Diego

Mon 4/6

7:20 am-3:00 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$628

IncheonSan Diego

ICN - SAN

ICNSAN

Incheon Intl

Wed 4/15

8:35 pm-4:32 pm

1 stop35h 57m

San Diego

Fri 5/15

4:59 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop33h 36m

$645

IncheonSan Diego

ICN - SAN

ICNSAN

Incheon Intl

Mon 3/23

8:35 pm-11:16 am

2 stops30h 41m

San Diego

Mon 4/6

6:15 am-6:35 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$656

IncheonSan Diego

ICN - SAN

ICNSAN

Incheon Intl

Mon 3/23

9:00 pm-7:48 pm

1 stop14h 48m

San Diego

Mon 4/6

10:50 am-4:20 am

1 stop25h 30m

$660

IncheonSan Diego

ICN - SAN

ICNSAN

Incheon Intl

Sat 5/16

8:35 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop14h 26m

San Diego

Fri 5/22

8:50 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$661

IncheonSan Diego

ICN - SAN

ICNSAN

Incheon Intl

Wed 1/28

8:05 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop14h 55m

San Diego

Sat 1/31

1:45 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop33h 45m

$668

IncheonSan Diego

ICN - SAN

ICNSAN

Incheon Intl

Sat 1/24

8:35 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop15h 44m

San Diego

Sat 1/31

5:17 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops32h 18m

$690

SeoulSan Diego

GMP - SAN

GMPSAN

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sun 1/25

7:40 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops37h 50m

San Diego

Sun 2/1

6:43 am-10:05 pm

2 stops22h 22m

$1,423

SeoulSan Diego

GMP - SAN

GMPSAN

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sat 5/16

12:05 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops20h 25m

San Diego

Fri 5/22

8:15 am-9:50 pm

2 stops21h 35m

$1,440

SeoulSan Diego

GMP - SAN

GMPSAN

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 1/28

8:00 am-12:29 pm

2 stops21h 29m

San Diego

Sat 1/31

7:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$1,489

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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
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 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 December 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Korea to San Diego in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 41% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, 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 December 16, 2024.

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 December 12, 2025.
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.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
492 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - ICN

We wished that Asiana Airlines website should perform better by itself. Thanks to "Genfly" by Kayak that helped us get the tickets for us. Genfly also follow up with update flights schedule all the way. We gave Asiana Airlines "GOOD", and "Genfly" by Kayak "EXCELLENT" **** BTW...we will do it again nest time. Real passengers.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
492 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
492 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - ICN

We wished that Asiana Airlines website should perform better by itself. Thanks to "Genfly" by Kayak that helped us get the tickets for us. Genfly also follow up with update flights schedule all the way. We gave Asiana Airlines "GOOD", and "Genfly" by Kayak "EXCELLENT" **** BTW...we will do it again nest time. Real passengers.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
492 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - ICN

We wished that Asiana Airlines website should perform better by itself. Thanks to "Genfly" by Kayak that helped us get the tickets for us. Genfly also follow up with update flights schedule all the way. We gave Asiana Airlines "GOOD", and "Genfly" by Kayak "EXCELLENT" **** BTW...we will do it again nest time. Real passengers.

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 23h 07m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $628. 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?

    $414 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 Korean Air, with prices starting from $479 and $552, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from South Korea to San Diego is Incheon Intl - San Diego. You may also consider Seoul Gimpo Intl - San Diego or Busan Gimhae - 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$704Average$1,011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$705Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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