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$1,308+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Seoul (SEL)

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SJO — SEL
May 6 — May 131
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Seoul are usually found in September or October, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,308
(Gotogate)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,609
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Seoul (SEL) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Seoul (SEL) flights.
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Seoul (SEL)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($167 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025

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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 May 1, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/127:45 pmSJO - ICN
2 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/188:55 pmICN - SJO
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,308
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 11/48:40 pmSJO - ICN
2 stops47h 35mLufthansa
Tue 11/1812:55 pmICN - SJO
2 stops40h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 4/30$1,408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/61:30 pmSJO - ICN
2 stops23h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/2711:30 amICN - SJO
1 stop34h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,500
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 9/197:46 amSJO - ICN
2 stops31h 14mAeromexico
Sat 10/1111:40 amICN - SJO
1 stop26h 56mAeromexico
Deal found 4/29$1,536
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 9/287:35 amSJO - ICN
2 stops42h 30mQatar Airways
Wed 10/151:20 amICN - SJO
2 stops52h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,992
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 5/2710:10 amSJO - ICN
3 stops40h 30mTurkish Airlines
Wed 6/1111:20 pmICN - SJO
2 stops39h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29$2,081

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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

Mon 5/12

7:45 pm-4:30 am

2 stops41h 45m

Incheon Intl

Sun 5/18

8:55 pm-8:40 am

2 stops26h 45m

$1,308

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/6

1:30 pm-4:20 am

2 stops23h 50m

Incheon Intl

Tue 5/27

11:30 am-7:15 am

1 stop34h 45m

$1,500

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/19

1:22 pm-6:00 am

2 stops49h 38m

Incheon Intl

Sat 8/9

11:40 am-11:43 pm

1 stop27h 03m

$1,979

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/27

10:10 am-5:40 pm

3 stops40h 30m

Incheon Intl

Wed 6/11

11:20 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops39h 10m

$2,081

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/6

3:25 pm-9:55 am

2 stops51h 30m

Incheon Intl

Fri 6/27

12:25 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop44h 10m

$2,171

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/14

7:55 am-4:05 pm

2 stops41h 10m

Incheon Intl

Sun 6/29

6:00 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops67h 50m

$2,204

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/14

1:50 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops36h 15m

Incheon Intl

Tue 6/3

1:20 am-3:05 pm

2 stops52h 45m

$2,411

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/3

11:59 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop24h 31m

Incheon Intl

Thu 7/10

5:25 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$2,534

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/15

1:24 pm-4:00 am

1 stop23h 36m

Incheon Intl

Thu 5/22

6:50 pm-11:59 am

1 stop32h 09m

$2,892

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/1

10:10 am-5:40 pm

3 stops40h 30m

$1,417

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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 San José to Seoul in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 San José, San José Province-Seoul flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Seoul flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Seoul flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-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 San José, San José Province-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 San José to Seoul

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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 April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Seoul is 84 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 $1,001). 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 May 1, 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 May 1, 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.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

F.DAVID,Sep 2023

CDG - ATL

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

F.DAVID,Sep 2023

CDG - ATL

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

F.DAVID,Sep 2023

CDG - ATL

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

F.DAVID,Sep 2023

CDG - ATL

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

F.DAVID,Sep 2023

CDG - ATL

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

F.DAVID,Sep 2023

CDG - ATL

La attenzione in volo e sta gentilissima e il personale molto competente.

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 3 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 $1,500, United Airlines will fly you from San José, San José Province to Seoul and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Aeromexico and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,979 and $2,081, respectively. These flights start at 8% 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 $1,001). 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 3 airlines flying from San José to Seoul

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,173Average$1,508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AeromexicoCheapest$1,189Average$1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,474Average$2,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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