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$516+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Seoul (SEL)

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JFK — SEL
jul. 1 — jul. 81
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) 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 junio 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$871
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$516
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Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,824

Good round-trip deal

$971 or less

Good one-way deal

$491 or less
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Seoul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 26, 2025.

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lun. 9/1510:00 pmJFK - ICN
2 stops29h 00mEthiopian Air
vie. 9/2612:35 amICN - JFK
2 stops32h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/25$871
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lun. 9/153:45 pmJFK - ICN
1 stop30h 00mEtihad Airways
lun. 10/136:30 pmICN - JFK
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/25$886
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jue. 11/61:45 amJFK - ICN
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
dom. 11/236:55 pmICN - JFK
2 stops35h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26$931
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lun. 12/2912:55 pmJFK - ICN
1 stop38h 00mXiamenAir
dom. 1/115:55 pmICN - JFK
1 stop31h 00mXiamenAir
Deal found 6/24$937
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mar. 9/21:20 amJFK - ICN
1 stop29h 15mChina Airlines
mié. 9/178:35 pmICN - JFK
1 stop37h 05mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/25$944
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sáb. 9/67:40 pmJFK - ICN
2 stops54h 45mChina Eastern
jue. 9/116:25 pmICN - JFK
2 stops42h 12mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/24$955
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mié. 9/39:00 amJFK - ICN
2 stops42h 05mAir Canada
vie. 9/195:45 pmICN - JFK
2 stops29h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 6/25$957
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dom. 8/1712:35 amJFK - ICN
1 stop28h 05mTurkish Airlines
mié. 11/1910:45 amICN - JFK
1 stop25h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/25$959
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mié. 8/201:55 amJFK - ICN
1 stop21h 45mCathay Pacific
mar. 9/168:05 pmICN - JFK
1 stop22h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/24$974
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jue. 8/289:30 pmJFK - GMP
2 stops57h 20mChina Eastern
dom. 9/148:50 pmGMP - JFK
2 stops39h 47mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/24$977
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mié. 8/271:40 amJFK - GMP
1 stop20h 05mJapan Airlines
dom. 9/147:55 amGMP - JFK
1 stop23h 30mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/24$981
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mar. 8/199:30 pmJFK - ICN
2 stops29h 00mAmerican Airlines
mar. 8/265:25 pmICN - JFK
1 stop37h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/24$999

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Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 junio 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul that are best for you.

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New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 9/15

10:00 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops29h 00m

Incheon Intl

vie. 9/26

12:35 am-8:00 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$871

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 9/15

3:45 pm-10:45 am

1 stop30h 00m

Incheon Intl

lun. 10/13

6:30 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop34h 35m

$886

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 9/4

6:55 am-6:45 pm

2 stops22h 50m

Incheon Intl

sáb. 9/13

7:05 pm-9:47 am

1 stop27h 42m

$943

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 9/2

1:20 am-7:35 pm

1 stop29h 15m

Incheon Intl

mié. 9/17

8:35 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop37h 05m

$944

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 9/6

7:40 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops54h 45m

Incheon Intl

jue. 9/11

6:25 pm-11:37 pm

2 stops42h 12m

$955

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 9/3

9:00 am-4:05 pm

2 stops42h 05m

Incheon Intl

vie. 9/19

5:45 pm-9:47 am

2 stops29h 02m

$957

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 8/17

12:35 am-8:40 am

1 stop43h 05m

Incheon Intl

mar. 11/18

12:10 am-5:45 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$959

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 8/20

1:55 am-12:40 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Incheon Intl

mar. 9/16

8:05 pm-6:00 am

1 stop22h 55m

$974

New YorkSeoul

JFK - GMP

JFKGMP

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 8/28

9:30 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops57h 20m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

dom. 9/14

8:50 pm-11:37 pm

2 stops39h 47m

$977

New YorkSeoul

JFK - GMP

JFKGMP

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 8/27

1:40 am-10:45 am

1 stop20h 05m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

dom. 9/14

7:55 am-6:25 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$981

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul trip
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Asiana Airlines

Asiana's A380 business class offers fully flat beds with 21” width and 74.5” length.


Economy Smartium on A350 provides 36” pitch for extra comfort, ideal for long flights.

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Korean Air

Korean Air offers lie-flat seats in Prestige class with a 75” pitch on Boeing 787.


Economy class features 33”-34” pitch, offering more space than many competitors like Delta.

Read more about Korean Airby Yulia Denisyuk
Airports
JFK

For a quick trip to JFK, consider the Long Island Railroad from Penn Station. It's the fastest train option, taking about 20-25 minutes.

Read more about JFKby Chris Dong
ICN

The AREX express train offers a convenient 40-50 minute ride from ICN to Seoul Station, with an in-town check-in facility available.

Read more about ICNby Gabriel Leigh
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Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on ICN

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Expert on JFK

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Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Seoul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Seoul from John F Kennedy Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Seoul. Price data was last updated on June 20, 2025.

Booking 34 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul (average of $999). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,635). 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 JFK to SEL?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 junio 26, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 24% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 junio 26, 2025.

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

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 junio 26, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, Japan Airlines, and China Airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,208 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,208 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,208 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,505 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,208 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
745 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,208 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
ANA
8.3
Very good
887 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,208 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
912 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,208 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul round-trip from $871. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Etihad Airways, from $886, and China Airlines, from $944. Ethiopian Air is priced at 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $520 on Philippine Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include WestJet from $553 and China Airlines from $560 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul on time: Singapore Airlines (83%), Thai Airways (79%), Copa Airlines (79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $382. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Incheon Intl) can be booked for $870 on average our data indicates $2,627 when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul (average of $999). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Seoul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,635). 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 John F Kennedy Intl to Seoul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 junio 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$418Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AIR PREMIACheapest$542Average$1,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$743Average$1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$839Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Cathay PacificCheapest$851Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$878Average$996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
China AirlinesCheapest$937Average$1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EVA AirCheapest$1,123Average$1,167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,125Average$1,481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
FinnairCheapest$1,292Average$1,457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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