$587+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Seoul (SEL)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SEL
Dec 12 — Dec 191
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San José to SeoulExplore 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 November 12, 2026.
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 November 12, 2026.
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/151:46 am -
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Mon 11/2311:40 am -
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Deal found 11/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,235
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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.
Sun 11/151:46 am -
2 stops49h 59m
Sun 11/2211:40 am -
2 stops51h 11m
Deal found 11/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,288
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/175:35 am -
3 stops61h 55m
Mon 11/2311:40 am -
2 stops51h 11m
Deal found 11/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,360
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/141:46 am -
2 stops49h 59m
Sun 11/2211:40 am -
2 stops51h 11m
Deal found 11/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,464
Best flights from San José to SeoulDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San José to Seoul that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 12, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San José to Seoul that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 12, 2026.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/1211:59 pm -
2 stops41h 56m
Mon 1/2512:05 am -
2 stops37h 30m
Deal found 11/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,611
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 2/99:40 am -
1 stop29h 00m
Tue 3/912:45 pm -
2 stops22h 54m
Deal found 11/9![United Airlines logo]()
$1,674
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/89:40 am -
1 stop29h 00m
Tue 12/156:30 pm -
1 stop33h 12m
Deal found 11/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,674
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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.
Sun 1/249:05 am -
1 stop40h 20m
Sun 2/1412:45 pm -
2 stops22h 54m
Deal found 11/8![United Airlines logo]()
$1,674
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/179:40 am -
1 stop29h 00m
Mon 11/236:00 pm -
2 stops33h 42m
Deal found 11/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,683
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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.
Sun 11/159:40 am -
1 stop29h 00m
Wed 11/256:00 pm -
2 stops34h 22m
Deal found 11/7![United Airlines logo]()
$1,683
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/89:40 am -
1 stop29h 00m
Fri 2/196:00 pm -
2 stops40h 53m
Deal found 11/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,683
Last-minute flights from San José to SeoulDiscover last-minute flight deals from San José to Seoul. Data last updated November 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San José to Seoul. Data last updated November 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/141:46 am -
2 stops49h 59m
Sun 11/2211:40 am -
2 stops51h 11m
Deal found 11/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,464
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/151:46 am -
2 stops49h 59m
Mon 11/2311:40 am -
2 stops51h 11m
Deal found 11/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,235
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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.
Sun 11/151:46 am -
2 stops49h 59m
Sun 11/2211:40 am -
2 stops51h 11m
Deal found 11/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,288
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/175:35 am -
3 stops61h 55m
Mon 11/2311:40 am -
2 stops51h 11m
Deal found 11/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,360
One-way flights from San José to SeoulSearch for one-way flight options from San José to Seoul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 12, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San José to Seoul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 12, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/211:55 pm -
2 stops38h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$587
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/101:23 am -
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Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$866
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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.
Sat 12/123:13 pm -
2 stops36h 07m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,017
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/118:45 am -
1 stop42h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/10![Air Canada logo]()
$1,209
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/153:13 pm -
2 stops50h 42m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,365
Find flight deals from San José to Seoul
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 November 12, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $1,235 (Justfly.com) |
One-way from | $587 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,792 |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated November 12, 2026.
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San JoséIncheon
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ICN Incheon Intl
SJOICN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/2
11:55 pm-5:30 am
2 stops38h 35m
Incheon Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$587
San JoséIncheon
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ICN Incheon Intl
SJOICN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 12/12
3:13 pm-6:20 pm
2 stops36h 07m
Incheon Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,017
San JoséIncheon
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ICN Incheon Intl
SJOICN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 12/14
3:13 pm-6:20 pm
2 stops36h 07m
Incheon Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,017
San JoséIncheon
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ICN Incheon Intl
SJOICN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 1/11
8:45 am-6:25 pm
1 stop42h 40m
Incheon Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,209
San JoséIncheon
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ICN Incheon Intl
SJOICN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 12/15
3:13 pm-8:55 am
2 stops50h 42m
Incheon Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,251
Quickest round-trip
San JoséIncheon
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ICN Incheon Intl
SJOICN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 12/12
11:28 pm-4:25 pm
1 stop25h 57m
Incheon Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-9:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,380
San JoséIncheon
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ICN Incheon Intl
SJOICN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 1/12
11:59 pm-8:55 am
2 stops41h 56m
Incheon Intl
Mon 1/25
12:05 am-10:35 pm
2 stops37h 30m
$1,611
San JoséIncheon
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ICN Incheon Intl
SJOICN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 2/9
9:40 am-5:40 am
1 stop29h 00m
Incheon Intl
Tue 3/9
12:45 pm-8:39 pm
2 stops22h 54m
$1,674
San JoséIncheon
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ICN Incheon Intl
SJOICN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 12/8
9:40 am-5:40 am
1 stop29h 00m
Incheon Intl
Tue 12/15
6:30 pm-12:42 pm
1 stop33h 12m
$1,674
San JoséIncheon
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - ICN Incheon Intl
SJOICN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 1/24
9:05 am-4:25 pm
1 stop40h 20m
Incheon Intl
Sun 2/14
12:45 pm-8:39 pm
2 stops22h 54m
$1,674
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- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Seoul flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José-Seoul flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Seoul flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Seoul flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-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
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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SJO-SEL
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Seoul?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Seoul (average of $1,671). Flying from San José to Seoul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,110). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to Seoul?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
San José to Seoul flights typically cost between $1,671 and $2,003 in April.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $1,312 on Multiple Airlines (Apr 6-Apr 29).
How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Seoul?
The best time to book flights from San José to Seoul is 83 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.
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 November 12, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to Seoul, such as Aeromexico and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.5
Crew
8.0
Boarding
7.5
Comfort
7.6
Food
6.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMargaret,Feb 2024
MEX - PVR
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.5
Crew
8.0
Boarding
7.5
Comfort
7.6
Food
6.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMargaret,Feb 2024
MEX - PVR
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.5
Crew
8.0
Boarding
7.5
Comfort
7.6
Food
6.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMargaret,Feb 2024
MEX - PVR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$1,502 | Average$1,673 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,591 | Average$1,798 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |