Seoul

$355+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Seoul (SEL)

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DTW — SEL
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Seoul

Cheapest flights from Detroit to Seoul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:01 amDTW - ICN
2 stops23h 34mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/29:55 pmICN - DTW
1 stop24h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,739
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/179:59 pmDTW - ICN
1 stop28h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/201:20 pmICN - DTW
2 stops31h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 12/196:40 amDTW - ICN
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/216:55 pmICN - DTW
2 stops29h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$2,454
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/166:35 amDTW - GMP
2 stops25h 30mJapan Airlines
Tue 12/237:40 pmGMP - DTW
2 stops32h 23mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/15$2,666
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/164:47 pmDTW - ICN
2 stops33h 28mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/112:45 pmICN - DTW
2 stops23h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,676
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3011:30 amDTW - ICN
Nonstop15h 20mDelta
Fri 1/29:35 amICN - DTW
Nonstop13h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/17$2,681
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2310:01 pmDTW - ICN
2 stops41h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/38:35 pmICN - DTW
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,683
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:07 amDTW - GMP
2 stops26h 58mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/28:40 amGMP - DTW
2 stops24h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$3,619
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1711:05 amDTW - GMP
2 stops34h 15mANA
Sat 12/207:50 pmGMP - DTW
2 stops39h 08mANA
Deal found 12/16$7,223
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 12/1911:20 amDTW - GMP
2 stops21h 10mANA
Sun 12/217:35 pmGMP - DTW
2 stops37h 29mANA
Deal found 12/15$10,736

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Seoul (SEL). 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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$804
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$355
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,790

Good round-trip deal

$1,451 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,056 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-Seoul (SEL) flight deals.
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From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Seoul (SEL)
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Seoul (SEL)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Seoul (SEL).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Seoul (SEL).

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul that are best for you.

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DetroitIncheon

DTW - ICN

DTWICN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/21

8:00 am-1:55 pm

2 stops39h 55m

Incheon Intl

Tue 1/27

10:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops45h 25m

$1,153

DetroitIncheon

DTW - ICN

DTWICN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/12

11:30 am-4:50 pm

Nonstop15h 20m

Incheon Intl

Mon 2/2

9:35 am-8:40 am

Nonstop13h 05m

$1,197

DetroitIncheon

DTW - ICN

DTWICN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/17

11:40 am-4:50 pm

Nonstop15h 10m

Incheon Intl

Thu 3/19

9:35 am-9:40 am

Nonstop13h 05m

$1,197

DetroitIncheon

DTW - ICN

DTWICN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

4:45 pm-5:40 am

2 stops22h 55m

Incheon Intl

Wed 1/21

12:45 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops25h 04m

$1,216

DetroitIncheon

DTW - ICN

DTWICN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/7

5:15 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops30h 15m

Incheon Intl

Sat 2/28

7:45 pm-4:26 pm

2 stops34h 41m

$1,219

DetroitSeoul

DTW - GMP

DTWGMP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/12

7:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 1/19

7:40 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops30h 41m

$1,227

DetroitSeoul

DTW - GMP

DTWGMP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/12

1:08 pm-10:55 am

2 stops31h 47m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 2/2

7:40 pm-8:18 pm

2 stops38h 38m

$1,233

DetroitSeoul

DTW - GMP

DTWGMP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

7:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 1/21

7:40 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops30h 41m

$1,247

DetroitIncheon

DTW - ICN

DTWICN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/28

11:40 am-4:50 pm

Nonstop15h 10m

Incheon Intl

Mon 3/9

9:35 am-9:40 am

Nonstop13h 05m

$1,247

DetroitSeoul

DTW - GMP

DTWGMP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/13

7:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sat 1/31

7:40 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops30h 41m

$1,247

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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 Detroit to Seoul in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Seoul flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Seoul flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Seoul flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Seoul flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Seoul 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 Detroit to Seoul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul (average of $709). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,403). 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 DTW to SEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 December 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 40% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Seoul. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit 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 December 18, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to SEL are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul?

The best insider tips for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul trip
Airports
DTW

Security lines at DTW are usually short, with waits under 10 minutes at McNamara Terminal and around 15 minutes at Evans Terminal.

ICN

The AREX express train is a quick option between ICN and Seoul Station, taking 40-50 minutes. It offers an in-town check-in facility for luggage.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Seoul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Seoul. 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 Seoul. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Korean Air, Delta, and Turkish Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul. 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.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Seoul?

    Located just 17.3 mi from the city center, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Seoul from Detroit. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Seoul should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily outbound flight to Seoul from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul?

    Airlines like Delta, United Airlines, and Japan Airlines fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul in about 15h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 45m. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Seoul are separated by a distance of 6616 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul round-trip?

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Seoul, with prices starting at $885. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $905 and $1,027, respectively. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul for 46% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Canada, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $673. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Korean Air, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul is $1,018. On average you can expect to pay $1,455. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Incheon Intl), can usually be booked for $927.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul (average of $709). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,403). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$885Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$976Average$1,567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,027Average$1,312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,188Average$1,540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Korean AirCheapest$1,197Average$1,844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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