Cheap Flights to Seoul

Q: How long is the flight to Seoul?

The average flight time to Seoul is 12 hours and 19 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from London.

Q: How many airports are there in Seoul?

There are 2 airports in Seoul: Gimpo International and Incheon International.

Q: Which airlines offer direct flights to Seoul?

Virgin Atlantic, Korean Air, Asiana Airlines all fly direct to Seoul.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly to Seoul?

The cheapest month to fly to Seoul is usually September.

Q: How can I find the best flight deal to Seoul?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Seoul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Q: Can I get a direct flight to Seoul?

Yes – you can fly direct to Incheon International Airport and the average flight time is 12 hours and 19 minutes.

Q: How much are return flights to Seoul?

The best price we found for a return flight to Seoul is £358. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Q: Which is the cheapest airport in Seoul?

The cheapest airport near Seoul is Incheon International – which is 29.7 miles away from the centre of Seoul. We've found flights into this airport from £358 .

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Seoul on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Seoul is Friday, 19 September 2025 .

Q: When is the best time to book flights to Seoul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Seoul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

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Flight deals to Seoul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Seoul? Find the biggest savings on one-way and return tickets right here.

Seoul.£358 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Sep, returning Sun, 12 Oct.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Incheon International on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £358, select.

Seoul.£359 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Incheon International on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £359, select.

Seoul.£360 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 May, returning Mon, 19 May.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Gimpo International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 19 May, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £360, select.

Seoul.£364 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Tue, 18 Nov.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Incheon International on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £364, select.

Seoul.£370 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Gimpo International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Gimpo International on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £370, select.

Seoul.£370 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun, returning Thu, 19 Jun.Return flight with Wizz Air and China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from London Luton on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Incheon International on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £370, select.

Seoul.£375 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct, returning Sat, 8 Nov.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Incheon International on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £375, select.

Seoul.£375 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov, returning Tue, 2 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Incheon International on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £375, select.

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Airports in Seoul

Compare routes to Seoul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier.

Direct flights to Seoul

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight to Seoul?

How many airports are there in Seoul?

Which airlines offer direct flights to Seoul?

When is the cheapest time to fly to Seoul?

How can I find the best flight deal to Seoul?

Can I get a direct flight to Seoul?

How much are return flights to Seoul?

Which is the cheapest airport in Seoul?

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Seoul on?

When is the best time to book flights to Seoul?

What’s the weather like in Seoul?

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Seoul with?

Flying to Seoul

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£358
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	12 hrs, 19 mins
Most popular airline	Virgin Atlantic
Average flights per week	92

How to find cheap flights to Seoul

At the moment, £231 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Seoul. Or you can reserve a round-trip plane ticket for £358.
Book when the time is right with Price Alerts. You'll get an email or a notification on the app when Seoul ticket prices change.
To get the best price on tickets to Seoul, book six months in advance. That's the general recommendation for landing the best bargains.
Check the 'Add nearby airports' option and broaden your search for cheap Seoul flights. This will list all the airports around your departure and arrival points.
Consider taking a flight with a stop, as indirect journeys are usually cheaper. Simply uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your Seoul plane tickets.

Best time to go to Seoul

The cheapest month to get on a flight to Seoul is usually May.
To find the month with the cheapest Seoul flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you have flexible travel dates, look for the green prices on the calendar — they highlight the lowest fares that are available.
July is the most popular month for flights to Seoul and the perfect time to experience this destination in full swing.
April is the least busy time of year to travel if you want a more laid-back vibe. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on Seoul plane tickets then.
Check the weather before you head off. August brings the warmest days in Seoul, averaging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees the lowest temperatures, ranging from about -12ºC (10ºF) to 4ºC (39ºF).

Travelling to Seoul: what you need to know

When planning your Seoul flight, there are a few options for your arrival airport. Land at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Avoid the layovers and get to your destination in a single journey. Book a direct flight to Seoul with one of these airlines:
Book your Seoul plane tickets and then find the perfect place to stay. These comfortable hotels will put you close to the action:

Getting to central Seoul from Incheon International Airport (ICN)

About 1 hour 45 minutes is how long it'll take to get there using public transport.
Get some sleep or quickly freshen up after your Seoul flight. These hotels near Incheon International Airport offer the perfect place to relax and unwind:

Seoul highlights

Step off your flight to Seoul and kick-start your adventure by visiting some of the city's most popular attractions:
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- N Seoul Tower

Complete your trip with a Seoul car hire

Choose from a variety of car rentals in Seoul and go wherever the road takes you. With one easy search, compare rates and score the best deal after securing your hotel and cheap flight to Seoul.