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$392+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SEL
Jul 6 — Jul 131
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Seoul

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Seoul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 6, 2026.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/286:00 am
MLI
-
ICN
2 stops42h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 10/68:00 am
ICN
-
MLI
2 stops23h 42m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/4$1,112
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 9/286:00 am
MLI
-
ICN
2 stops42h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 10/78:00 am
ICN
-
MLI
2 stops23h 42m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/2$1,113
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/274:57 pm
MLI
-
ICN
2 stops60h 08m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 10/68:00 am
ICN
-
MLI
2 stops23h 42m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/4$1,118
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/286:00 am
MLI
-
ICN
2 stops40h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/78:00 am
ICN
-
MLI
2 stops29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,143
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/161:55 pm
STL
-
ICN
2 stops38h 50m
WestJet
Fri 9/258:45 pm
ICN
-
STL
2 stops26h 49m
WestJet
Deal found 6/3$1,151
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 8/2411:43 am
MLI
-
ICN
2 stops46h 42m
Cathay Pacific
Sat 9/58:00 am
ICN
-
MLI
2 stops24h 11m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/5$1,162
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 10/184:15 pm
ORD
-
ICN
1 stop23h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 10/281:45 pm
ICN
-
ORD
1 stop38h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/5$1,175
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 9/284:15 pm
ORD
-
ICN
1 stop36h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 10/81:40 pm
ICN
-
ORD
1 stop38h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/6$1,176
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Mon 8/310:16 am
ORD
-
ICN
2 stops28h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/710:05 pm
ICN
-
ORD
1 stop22h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,177
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Tue 9/296:00 am
MLI
-
ICN
2 stops40h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 10/78:00 am
ICN
-
MLI
2 stops23h 42m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/5$1,177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Thu 8/274:00 pm
ORD
-
ICN
1 stop23h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Sat 9/128:00 am
ICN
-
ORD
1 stop20h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/5$1,178
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Sat 10/104:15 pm
ORD
-
ICN
1 stop31h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 10/208:00 am
ICN
-
ORD
1 stop19h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/6$1,179

Find flight deals from Illinois to Seoul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Seoul flight deals. Data was last updated June 6, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,112
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$392
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,529

Good round-trip deal

$953 or less

Good one-way deal

$630 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Seoul (SEL) flight deals.
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From Illinois to Seoul (SEL)
One-way flight from Illinois to Seoul (SEL)
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($69 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to Seoul (SEL).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Illinois to Seoul (SEL).

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Seoul that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

St. LouisIncheon

STL - ICN

STLICN

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 9/29

10:14 am-12:40 pm

2 stops36h 26m

Incheon Intl

Wed 10/7

8:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops29h 59m

$1,183

St. LouisIncheon

STL - ICN

STLICN

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/24

6:13 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops28h 42m

Incheon Intl

Fri 12/4

3:00 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops23h 57m

$1,318

ChicagoSeoul

ORD - GMP

ORDGMP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/27

12:30 am-12:50 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 9/9

8:20 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop38h 25m

$1,331

St. LouisSeoul

STL - GMP

STLGMP

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 11/1

3:11 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops35h 49m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sat 11/14

1:50 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops49h 06m

$1,346

ChicagoIncheon

ORD - ICN

ORDICN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/5

6:54 pm-11:30 am

2 stops26h 36m

Incheon Intl

Sun 9/13

8:05 pm-6:20 am

2 stops24h 15m

$1,383

ChicagoIncheon

ORD - ICN

ORDICN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/5

5:46 pm-11:15 am

2 stops27h 29m

Incheon Intl

Thu 11/5

8:15 pm-5:40 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,407

St. LouisIncheon

STL - ICN

STLICN

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 7/30

6:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Incheon Intl

Thu 8/20

6:50 pm-8:08 am

1 stop27h 18m

$1,420

St. LouisIncheon

STL - ICN

STLICN

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 9/10

6:00 am-5:30 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Incheon Intl

Mon 9/14

7:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop18h 24m

$1,420

St. LouisIncheon

STL - ICN

STLICN

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 8/2

6:58 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop29h 12m

Incheon Intl

Tue 8/18

7:20 pm-12:41 am

1 stop19h 21m

$1,420

St. LouisIncheon

STL - ICN

STLICN

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 7/28

6:00 am-4:25 pm

2 stops20h 25m

Incheon Intl

Thu 8/20

6:50 pm-8:08 am

1 stop27h 18m

$1,424

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Seoul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Seoul

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Seoul (average of $130). Flying from Illinois to Seoul in November is currently the most expensive (average of $639). 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 IL to SEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 June 6, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Seoul

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 June 6, 2026.

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Illinois to Seoul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 22 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Illinois to Seoul in 18h 10m. Fly via EVA Air, Delta, or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6670 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $468. Users have also found prices from $478 and $548 on WestJet and EVA Air, respectively.

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

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

    Before booking your flight to Seoul from Illinois, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Korean Air (61%), Delta (58%), Atlas Air( 30%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Seoul?

    While on average a flight from Illinois to Seoul is generally $2,125, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $577. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Incheon Intl), you can expect to pay $993 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Seoul (average of $130). Flying from Illinois to Seoul in November is currently the most expensive (average of $639). 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 Illinois to Seoul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 June 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$194Average$1,832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$639Average$893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$845Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$916Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$931Average$1,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
EVA AirCheapest$948Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,088Average$1,412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,148Average$1,618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
FinnairCheapest$1,174Average$1,356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,191Average$1,542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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