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$410+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Seoul (SEL)

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jun. 17 — jun. 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Seoul are usually found in February or January, booked 2 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$851
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$410
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,565

Good round-trip deal

$981 or less

Good one-way deal

$523 or less
From New York (NYC) to Seoul (SEL)
One-way flight from New York (NYC) to Seoul (SEL)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($162 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to Seoul (SEL).
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Cheapest flights from New York to Seoul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

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mar. 7/221:00 amEWR - ICN
Nonstop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
mié. 8/610:20 amICN - EWR
2 stops40h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$812
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jue. 9/251:00 amEWR - ICN
Nonstop14h 55mAIR PREMIA
dom. 10/129:30 pmICN - EWR
Nonstop14h 00mAIR PREMIA
Deal found 6/11$863
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jue. 9/189:45 pmEWR - ICN
2 stops29h 15mEthiopian Air
sáb. 9/2712:35 amICN - EWR
2 stops32h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12$899
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jue. 9/43:45 pmJFK - ICN
1 stop30h 00mEtihad Airways
dom. 9/141:35 amICN - JFK
1 stop44h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/10$933
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lun. 12/2912:55 pmJFK - ICN
1 stop38h 00mXiamenAir
dom. 1/45:55 pmICN - JFK
1 stop31h 00mXiamenAir
Deal found 6/11$937
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jue. 8/219:30 pmJFK - ICN
2 stops49h 25mChina Eastern
vie. 9/54:35 pmICN - JFK
2 stops43h 13mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/11$943
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lun. 9/16:00 amLGA - ICN
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/207:05 pmICN - LGA
3 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$944
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dom. 11/1612:20 amJFK - ICN
1 stop42h 45mTurkish Airlines
mié. 11/2612:10 amICN - JFK
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/10$956
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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 6/11$967
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mié. 7/99:00 amJFK - ICN
2 stops42h 05mAir Canada
mié. 1/146:50 pmICN - JFK
2 stops39h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$973
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mié. 7/96:15 pmEWR - ICN
1 stop32h 50mAir Canada
sáb. 9/205:45 pmICN - EWR
2 stops26h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$984
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mar. 8/58:45 amLGA - ICN
1 stop18h 30mAir Canada
mar. 9/165:45 pmICN - LGA
2 stops27h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$984

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Seoul that are best for you.

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NewarkIncheon

EWR - ICN

EWRICN

Newark

mar. 7/22

1:00 am-4:55 am

Nonstop14h 55m

Incheon Intl

mié. 8/6

10:20 am-1:58 pm

2 stops40h 38m

$812

NewarkIncheon

EWR - ICN

EWRICN

Newark

jue. 9/25

1:00 am-4:55 am

Nonstop14h 55m

Incheon Intl

dom. 10/12

9:30 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop14h 00m

$863

NewarkIncheon

EWR - ICN

EWRICN

Newark

jue. 9/18

9:45 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops29h 15m

Incheon Intl

sáb. 9/27

12:35 am-7:45 pm

2 stops32h 10m

$899

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 9/4

3:45 pm-10:45 am

1 stop30h 00m

Incheon Intl

dom. 9/14

1:35 am-9:00 am

1 stop44h 25m

$933

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 8/21

9:30 pm-11:55 am

2 stops49h 25m

Incheon Intl

vie. 9/5

4:35 pm-10:48 pm

2 stops43h 13m

$943

New YorkIncheon

LGA - ICN

LGAICN

New York LaGuardia

lun. 9/1

6:00 am-6:45 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Incheon Intl

lun. 10/20

7:05 pm-3:30 pm

3 stops33h 25m

$944

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 11/16

12:20 am-9:05 am

1 stop42h 45m

Incheon Intl

mié. 11/26

12:10 am-5:45 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$956

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

$967

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 7/9

9:00 am-4:05 pm

2 stops42h 05m

Incheon Intl

mié. 1/14

6:50 pm-8:42 pm

2 stops39h 52m

$973

NewarkIncheon

EWR - ICN

EWRICN

Newark

mié. 7/9

6:15 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop32h 50m

Incheon Intl

sáb. 9/20

5:45 pm-7:37 am

2 stops26h 52m

$984

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Airlines
Asiana Airlines

Asiana's business suite offers a 25”-wide seat converting to a fully flat 81” bed.


Economy seats are 18.9” wide with 33” pitch, offering extra legroom on exit rows.

Korean Air

Korean Air's economy meals include traditional dishes like bibimbap, exceeding US airlines' quality.


Korean Air's Prestige Suites offer lie-flat seats with a 75” pitch and 21” width.

Airports
JFK

For a quick trip to JFK, consider the Long Island Railroad from Penn or Grand Central, taking about 20-25 minutes.

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ICN

Use the AREX express train for a fast connection between ICN and Seoul Station, taking 40-50 minutes.

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Seoul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Seoul. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New York to Seoul is 2 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Seoul (average of $1,000). Flying from New York 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 NYC to SEL?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York to Seoul is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Seoul?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Seoul flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons 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.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Seoul

Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 12, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Seoul by month

Plan your trip to Seoul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Seoul ranges from 1.1 - 10.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 10.0 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Seoul when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Seoul by month

Plan your trip to Seoul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Seoul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, Japan Airlines and China Airlines from New York to Seoul have to say. 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

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

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
8.3
Very good

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Seoul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Seoul round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New York to Seoul is Ethiopian Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $859 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are AIR PREMIA and Etihad Airways, starting at $914 and $933 round-trip. Ethiopian Air is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $454 on AIR PREMIA. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Philippine Airlines from $515 and WestJet from $522 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Seoul?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Seoul?

    Before booking your flight to Seoul from New York, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Singapore Airlines (80%), Thai Airways (79%), Copa Airlines( 79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Seoul?

    On average you can expect to pay $3,203 for a flight from New York to Seoul. The cheapest flight overall is $385 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Incheon Intl) is currently priced at $885.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York to Seoul?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Toronto?

    Union Station, CN Tower, and Hockey Hall of Fame are the most popular attractions in Toronto if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Union Station, CN Tower and Hockey Hall of Fame are located about 12.1 mi, 11.9 mi, and 12.3 mi, respectively from Toronto Pearson Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Toronto looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $34 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York to Seoul flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Seoul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 to Seoul?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Seoul (average of $1,000). Flying from New York 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 New York to Seoul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$318Average$1,605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$396Average$1,592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AIR PREMIACheapest$485Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$560Average$1,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$741Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$839Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Cathay PacificCheapest$851Average$1,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$874Average$985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$877Average$1,473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
China AirlinesCheapest$937Average$1,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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