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$345+ Cheap flights from California to Seoul (SEL)

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 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SEL
Apr 11 — Apr 181
Sat 4/11
Sat 4/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Seoul

Cheapest flights from California to Seoul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 12, 2026.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/311:50 pm
LAX
-
ICN
1 stop23h 35m
China Southern
Wed 5/204:45 pm
ICN
-
LAX
1 stop19h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 3/9$600
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/66:15 am
SJC
-
ICN
1 stop20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/158:35 pm
ICN
-
SJC
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$617
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1811:30 am
LAX
-
ICN
1 stop34h 35m
China Eastern
Sat 12/54:10 pm
ICN
-
LAX
1 stop33h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/11$621
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Wed 4/86:40 pm
OAK
-
ICN
1 stop31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/158:35 pm
ICN
-
OAK
1 stop19h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$621
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/411:50 pm
LAX
-
ICN
1 stop23h 35m
China Southern
Mon 5/183:15 pm
ICN
-
LAX
1 stop20h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 3/9$622
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/111:30 am
LAX
-
ICN
2 stops34h 25m
China Eastern
Tue 12/154:05 pm
ICN
-
LAX
2 stops34h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/11$623
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/812:30 pm
LAX
-
ICN
1 stop34h 40m
China Eastern
Tue 6/98:15 pm
ICN
-
LAX
2 stops29h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/11$629
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Sun 4/2611:55 pm
LAX
-
ICN
1 stop20h 35m
XiamenAir
Sun 5/101:30 pm
ICN
-
LAX
1 stop22h 30m
XiamenAir
Deal found 3/8$631
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2111:55 pm
LAX
-
ICN
1 stop20h 35m
XiamenAir
Tue 4/281:30 pm
ICN
-
LAX
1 stop22h 30m
XiamenAir
Deal found 3/9$641
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Tue 4/2111:55 pm
LAX
-
ICN
1 stop20h 35m
XiamenAir
Thu 5/141:30 pm
ICN
-
LAX
1 stop22h 30m
XiamenAir
Deal found 3/8$644
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Sun 4/1911:50 pm
LAX
-
ICN
1 stop22h 05m
China Southern
Wed 5/209:40 am
ICN
-
LAX
1 stop26h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 3/12$653
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 4/2212:30 pm
LAX
-
ICN
1 stop34h 40m
China Eastern
Wed 5/63:55 pm
ICN
-
LAX
2 stops34h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/12$654

Find flight deals from California to Seoul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Seoul flight deals. Data was last updated March 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$600
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$345
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$944

Good round-trip deal

$646 or less

Good one-way deal

$357 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Seoul (SEL).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Seoul 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 March 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Seoul that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OaklandIncheon

OAK - ICN

OAKICN

Oakland

Tue 4/21

6:40 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Incheon Intl

Fri 5/1

7:35 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop18h 57m

$682
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Tue 4/28

10:20 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop12h 40m

Incheon Intl

Thu 5/7

11:30 am-6:15 am

Nonstop10h 45m

$712

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Thu 4/23

11:40 pm-4:20 am

Nonstop12h 40m

Incheon Intl

Fri 5/29

4:50 pm-12:00 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

$712

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Sat 4/25

10:20 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop12h 40m

Incheon Intl

Sat 5/2

11:30 am-6:15 am

Nonstop10h 45m

$712

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Fri 5/8

10:20 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop12h 40m

Incheon Intl

Mon 5/18

4:50 pm-11:35 am

Nonstop10h 45m

$762

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Thu 4/30

7:00 am-5:30 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Incheon Intl

Sat 5/9

7:35 pm-6:09 pm

1 stop14h 34m

$776

Santa AnaIncheon

SNA - ICN

SNAICN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 4/18

12:25 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops38h 45m

Incheon Intl

Sat 4/25

8:40 pm-11:15 am

2 stops30h 35m

$845

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Wed 4/8

6:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Incheon Intl

Tue 5/12

4:00 pm-10:40 am

Nonstop10h 40m

$866

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

12:40 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop12h 40m

Incheon Intl

Sun 5/10

2:30 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop24h 19m

$872

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Incheon Intl

Sat 5/30

4:00 pm-10:40 am

Nonstop10h 40m

$916

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Best time to book a flight from California to Seoul

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Seoul (average of $361). Flying from California to Seoul in January is currently the most expensive (average of $494). 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 CA to SEL?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Seoul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 12, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from California to Seoul in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 35% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Seoul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Seoul. Price data was last updated on February 21, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Seoul flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from California to Seoul

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Seoul. 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 March 12, 2026.

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

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

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from California to Seoul will take you 12h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5642 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $81 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Philippine Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Hawaiian Airlines and WestJet, with prices starting from $158 and $302, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Seoul?

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles Los Angeles - Incheon Intl, San Francisco - Incheon Intl or Los Angeles Los Angeles - Seoul Gimpo Intl when deciding on the best route from California to Seoul.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Seoul?

    Consider Atlas Air (100%), LATAM Airlines (91%) or Delta (91%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from California to Seoul.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Seoul?

    While on average a flight from California to Seoul is generally $1,457, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $285. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles Los Angeles - Incheon Intl), you can expect to pay $588 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Seoul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Seoul 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 California to Seoul?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Seoul (average of $361). Flying from California to Seoul in January is currently the most expensive (average of $494). 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 California to Seoul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Seoul. 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 March 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$132Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
XiamenAirCheapest$346Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
WestJetCheapest$349Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
AIR PREMIACheapest$380Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
China SouthernCheapest$440Average$622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air ChinaCheapest$592Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China EasternCheapest$606Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$630Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Cathay PacificCheapest$640Average$841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air CanadaCheapest$651Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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