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Cheap Seoul Flights from the US

Top routes with lowest fares found in the last 48 hours. Prices shown are round-trip per person including taxes.

JFK → ICN

New York → Seoul
$ *
round-trip, incl. taxes · Korean Air nonstop

LAX → ICN

Los Angeles → Seoul
$ *
round-trip, incl. taxes · Korean Air/Asiana

SFO → ICN

San Francisco → Seoul
$ *
round-trip, incl. taxes · Asiana/United

ORD → ICN

Chicago → Seoul
$ *
round-trip, incl. taxes · Korean Air/United

IAD → ICN

Washington DC → Seoul
$ *
round-trip, incl. taxes · Korean Air

SEA → ICN

Seattle → Seoul
$ *
round-trip, incl. taxes · Korean Air/Delta

* Price Disclaimer: Fares shown are the lowest round-trip economy class prices found in the last 48 hours, per person, and include all taxes and carrier-imposed fees. Prices are subject to availability and may change without notice. Seats at advertised fares are limited. Additional baggage fees, seat selection charges, and other optional extras are not included. Fares are valid for the specific dates and routes shown. Prices displayed in USD. Final fare is confirmed at time of booking.

Airlines with Flights to Seoul (ICN)

Compare carriers and hub connections for flights from the US to Seoul.

AirlineHub / ConnectionKey US RoutesApprox. Travel TimeCode
Korean AirSeoul (ICN)JFK, LAX, ORD, IAD, ATL, SEA, SFO, DFW, IAH, BOS, LAS (nonstop)11–14hKE
Asiana AirlinesSeoul (ICN)JFK, LAX, SFO, SEA, IAD (nonstop)11–14hOZ
United AirlinesSFO / IAD / ORDSFO, IAD, ORD (nonstop)11–14hUA
Delta Air LinesATL / SEAATL, SEA (nonstop)12–14hDL
Air PremiaSeoul (ICN)LAX, SFO (budget nonstop)~11.5hYP
T’way AirSeoul (ICN)LAX (budget nonstop)~11.5hTW

Why Fly to Seoul, South Korea?

Incheon International Airport (ICN) is one of the world’s best airports — Korean Air, Asiana, and United fly nonstop from multiple US cities. ICN is also one of Asia’s most connected transit hubs, making Seoul an ideal stopover for Southeast Asia, Japan, or China connections. From Seoul, the KTX high-speed train reaches Busan in 2.5 hours and Gyeongju in 2 hours.

Gyeongbokgung Palace & Bukchon
Gyeongbokgung — the grand 14th-century Joseon dynasty palace at the foot of Bugaksan mountain — is Seoul’s most iconic monument. The adjacent Bukchon Hanok Village’s preserved traditional Korean houses, narrow alleys, and teahouses offer the most atmospheric escape from modern Seoul’s relentless energy.
K-Pop & Korean Pop Culture
Seoul is the global capital of K-pop — the HYBE entertainment complex (BTS’s label), SM Entertainment’s SM Town, the Hongdae busking culture, the Dongdaemun Design Plaza, and the Gangnam fashion district all reflect a city that has become one of the world’s most powerful cultural exporters.
Korean BBQ & Food Culture
Seoul’s food scene is extraordinary in depth and variety — Korean BBQ (samgyeopsal, galbi) in the Mapo district, the Gwangjang Market’s bindaetteok pancakes and mayak gimbap, Myeongdong’s tteokbokki street carts, and the Noryangjin Fish Market’s raw seafood define one of the world’s great urban food cultures.
Jogyesa Temple & Buddhist Heritage
Jogyesa — Seoul’s principal Buddhist temple in the heart of the city — bursts into extraordinary colour during the Lotus Lantern Festival (late April/May), when thousands of paper lanterns fill the temple grounds in one of Asia’s most beautiful annual spectacles.
DMZ & Jeju Island Day Trips
The Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) — the world’s most heavily militarized border, 50km north of Seoul — is accessible by tour and offers a sobering window into Korean history. Jeju Island (55 min by air) is Korea’s Hawaii: volcanic beaches, UNESCO lava tubes, and the extraordinary haenyeo women divers.

Seoul Airport (ICN) — Quick Facts

IATA Code

ICN

ICAO Code

RKSI
Distance to City

~52 km west of central Seoul

Bus to Center
~60 min (AREX Express ~43 min)
Taxi to Center

~70 min (KRW 65,000–85,000 / ~$48–63)

Terminals
2 Terminals (T1 + T2)
Nearest Alt. Hub
Gimpo GMP (~30 min, domestic hub), Busan PUS (~55 min by air / KTX 2.5h)
Currency

South Korean Won (KRW)

Time Zone

KST (UTC+9)

Insider Tips

How to Find the Cheapest Seoul Airfare

Practical strategies to reduce the cost of your Seoul airline tickets from the USA.

Book 6–8 Weeks Ahead

Seoul airfare from the US tends to be lowest when booked 6–8 weeks before departure. Last-minute prices spike significantly on popular routes.

Fly Mid-Week (Tue–Wed)

Tuesday and Wednesday departures to Seoul are consistently 10–20% cheaper than Friday or Sunday flights. Use flexible date search to compare the full week.

Korean Air & Asiana Fly Nonstop from 10+ US Cities

Korean Air and Asiana Airlines collectively serve JFK, LAX, SFO, ORD, IAD, ATL, SEA, DFW, IAH, BOS, and LAS with nonstop flights to Seoul ICN. Los Angeles (11.5h) is the fastest US West Coast routing, and Washington Dulles (14h) is the most competitive East Coast option. Budget carriers Air Premia and T’way Air also offer nonstop Seoul airfare from LAX and SFO.

Use ICN as Asia Transit Hub — Free Stopovers Available

Incheon Airport offers a unique free Korea Stopover program (Visit Korea) for transit passengers — free cultural tours of Seoul, including Gyeongbokgung Palace and Insadong, are available for connecting passengers with long layovers. Korean Air also offers a complimentary Seoul stopover for passengers connecting to other Asian destinations, making Seoul one of the few places you can genuinely get for free on a wider Asia trip.

 Use Miles & Points

Frequent flyer miles can significantly reduce Seoul airline ticket costs. Check partner award availability to ICN — often better value than cash fares on long-haul routes.

Set Fare Alerts

Seoul airfare fluctuates daily. Set a price alert on AirlineTickets.services to be notified when fares to ICN drop from your US departure city.

Flights to Seoul from US — Top Questions

To find cheap flights to Seoul from the US, use AirlineTickets.services to compare 500+ airlines with flexible date search. Book 6–8 weeks ahead, fly mid-week, and compare all hub routing options for the lowest Seoul airfare.

Seoul is served by ICN Airport (IATA: ICN, ICAO: RKSI), located ~52 km west of central Seoul. Gimpo GMP (~30 min, domestic hub), Busan PUS (~55 min by air / KTX 2.5h) is the nearest alternative hub.

Top airlines for US to Seoul (ICN) flights include Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, United Airlines. Check for nonstop and one-stop options from your US departure city.

Shoulder seasons offer the best Seoul airfare from the US. Avoid peak tourist periods and major local events. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Wednesday) are typically 10–20% cheaper than weekend flights.

Total travel time from the US to Seoul depends on routing. Nonstop flights range from 1 to 19 hours; connecting itineraries from the US add 2–5 hours including layover time.

Seoul Airport (ICN) is located ~52 km west of central Seoul. Bus takes approximately ~60 min (AREX Express ~43 min), while a taxi takes around ~70 min (KRW 65,000–85,000 / ~$48–63).

Flights to Seoul from the US — Your Complete Guide

Economy round-trip fares to Seoul (ICN) from major US cities typically range $699–$1,300 round-trip. Use our search tool above to compare all airlines for your exact dates and lock in the best available Seoul airfare. No booking fees — ever.

Everything to Know About Cheap Flights to Seoul

Flights to Seoul from USA: What to Expect

Seoul is one of the world’s great cities — a hyper-modern, hyper-connected Asian megalopolis of 10 million people where Joseon dynasty palaces and traditional hanok villages coexist with gleaming K-beauty stores, 24-hour convenience culture, and the global explosion of K-pop and K-drama. The Han River parks, Bukchon’s hanok lanes, the Demilitarized Zone, and the extraordinary food culture (Korean BBQ, bibimbap, Korean fried chicken, and the world’s best instant noodles) make Seoul one of the most rewarding and most accessible Asian capitals. Use AirlineTickets.services to compare all available routings and find the lowest cheap flights to Seoul from your nearest US departure city.

Seoul Airfare: Budget Tips for US Travelers

Seoul airfare from the USA typically ranges $699–$1,300 round-trip in economy class. Use flexible date search, compare all hub connection options, and set fare alerts for your preferred travel window to secure the best deal on Seoul airline tickets.

Seoul Airline Tickets: Booking Advice

When comparing Seoul airline tickets, always verify whether your itinerary is a through-ticket or two separate bookings. Through-tickets with a single airline or alliance offer better rebooking rights if a connection is missed. Book at least 6 weeks in advance for best fares.

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