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$632+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SEL
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Seoul are usually found in October or February, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,400
(Aeromexico)

One-way from

$632
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,141
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Seoul (SEL)
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Cheapest flights from San José to Seoul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/193:50 pmSJO - ICN
3 stops28h 25mLufthansa
Thu 12/41:05 pmICN - SJO
2 stops40h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$1,325
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/37:46 amSJO - ICN
2 stops48h 39mAeromexico
Fri 9/1911:40 amICN - SJO
1 stop26h 56mAeromexico
Deal found 6/12$1,400
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:10 amSJO - ICN
3 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/2612:00 pmICN - SJO
3 stops50h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,406
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/148:45 amSJO - ICN
1 stop28h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/311:30 amICN - SJO
1 stop34h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,501
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/96:10 pmSJO - ICN
2 stops32h 05mQatar Airways
Mon 11/2412:20 amICN - SJO
2 stops55h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,856
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/98:55 amSJO - ICN
2 stops41h 10mAir Canada
Thu 11/206:50 pmICN - SJO
2 stops43h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$1,985
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1110:10 amSJO - ICN
3 stops55h 30mTurkish Airlines
Mon 7/2111:20 pmICN - SJO
2 stops39h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/10$2,070

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

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San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/19

3:50 pm-11:15 am

3 stops28h 25m

Incheon Intl

Thu 12/4

1:05 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops40h 45m

$1,325

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/3

7:46 am-11:25 pm

2 stops48h 39m

Incheon Intl

Fri 9/19

11:40 am-11:36 pm

1 stop26h 56m

$1,400

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/4

6:10 am-11:00 am

3 stops37h 50m

Incheon Intl

Fri 9/26

12:00 pm-11:15 pm

3 stops50h 15m

$1,406

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/14

11:13 am-4:20 am

2 stops26h 07m

Incheon Intl

Wed 9/3

11:30 am-7:15 am

1 stop34h 45m

$1,501

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/9

6:10 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops32h 05m

Incheon Intl

Mon 11/24

12:20 am-4:45 pm

2 stops55h 25m

$1,856

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/8

9:00 am-5:05 pm

2 stops65h 05m

Incheon Intl

Thu 11/20

6:50 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops43h 25m

$1,979

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/11

10:10 am-8:40 am

3 stops55h 30m

Incheon Intl

Mon 7/21

11:20 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops39h 10m

$2,070

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/6

4:45 pm-6:45 pm

3 stops35h 00m

$632

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/15

8:37 am-4:20 am

1 stop28h 43m

$1,210

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/15

10:10 am-5:40 pm

3 stops40h 30m

$1,410

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Deals found on 6/11

Best time to book a flight from San José to Seoul

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Seoul?

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

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Seoul is 78 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 San José, San José Province to Seoul?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San José, San José Province to Seoul in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Aeromexico and Qatar Airways from San José to Seoul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Tsechi,Aug 2023

DUB - AMS

This was the worst flying experience of my life. Every step of the way I was given the wrong information and/or mocked by the KLM employees. Never flying this airline again.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Tsechi,Aug 2023

DUB - AMS

This was the worst flying experience of my life. Every step of the way I was given the wrong information and/or mocked by the KLM employees. Never flying this airline again.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,706 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Tsechi,Aug 2023

DUB - AMS

This was the worst flying experience of my life. Every step of the way I was given the wrong information and/or mocked by the KLM employees. Never flying this airline again.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Tsechi,Aug 2023

DUB - AMS

This was the worst flying experience of my life. Every step of the way I was given the wrong information and/or mocked by the KLM employees. Never flying this airline again.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Tsechi,Aug 2023

DUB - AMS

This was the worst flying experience of my life. Every step of the way I was given the wrong information and/or mocked by the KLM employees. Never flying this airline again.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Tsechi,Aug 2023

DUB - AMS

This was the worst flying experience of my life. Every step of the way I was given the wrong information and/or mocked by the KLM employees. Never flying this airline again.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Seoul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San José to Seoul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Seoul from Juan Santamaria Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Seoul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the San José airport to Seoul. It is only a 8.8 mi journey to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) from San José’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Seoul round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,400, Aeromexico will fly you from San José, San José Province to Seoul and back. In addition to Aeromexico, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,503 and $1,931, respectively. These flights start at 16% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Seoul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 San José, San José Province to Seoul?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Seoul (average of $1,000). Flying from San José, San José Province 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 2 airlines flying from San José to Seoul

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,173Average$1,516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AeromexicoCheapest$1,189Average$1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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