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Seoul.£613 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Apr, returning Mon, 12 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Air Premia.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Premia, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 12 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £613, select.

Seoul.£613 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May, returning Sat, 10 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Air Premia.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Premia, departs from Incheon International on Sat, 10 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £613, select.

Seoul.£621 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Air Premia.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Premia, departs from Incheon International on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £621, select.

Seoul.£642 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Fri, 13 Jun.Return flight with Air Premia and Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Premia, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Incheon International on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From £642, select.

Seoul.£658 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov, returning Fri, 21 Nov.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Incheon International on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £658, select.

Seoul.£667 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct, returning Thu, 30 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Incheon International on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £667, select.

Seoul.£674 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep, returning Wed, 24 Sep.Return flight with Air Transat and Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from New York LaGuardia on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Incheon International on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From £674, select.

Seoul.£681 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Fri, 13 Jun.Return flight with Air Premia.Outbound direct flight with Air Premia departs from New York Newark on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with Air Premia departs from Incheon International on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From £681, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Seoul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Seoul flights are currently cheapest in May.

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New York to Seoul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£613
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	15 hrs, 31 mins
Most popular airline	Delta
Average flights per week	71

Finding cheap flights from New York to Seoul: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Seoul?

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

How much are return flights from New York to Seoul?

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Seoul is £613. 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.

How long does it take to fly from New York to Seoul?

15 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Seoul.

Which airlines fly direct from New York to Seoul?

Delta, Korean Air and Thai Airways fly direct from New York to Seoul.

How many flights are there a week from New York to Seoul?

As of April 2025, there are 284 flights per week flying from New York to Seoul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to Seoul?

The cheapest month to fly from New York to Seoul is usually April 2025.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Seoul?

If you're flying from New York, 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 £613.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York to Seoul on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Seoul on Wednesday, 7 May 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from New York to Seoul?

Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 30 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from New York 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.

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.

What’s the weather like in Seoul?

In April, the average temperature is usually around 10°C. August is typically the warmest month in Seoul, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is July.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to Seoul with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Seoul is Frontier Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Incheon International Airport is Air Premia.

Flying from New York to Seoul: what you need to know

You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from New York to Seoul. Check out your options for jetting out of New York from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are Seoul's major entry points.
Hop on a direct New York to Seoul flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 15 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is 13 hours ahead of New York.
With 24 weekly flights between the two airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from New York to Seoul with Asiana Airlines at 00:35. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from JFK to ICN is with Korean Air at 13:30.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your New York to Seoul flight.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, be at the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Seoul

Lock in cheap New York to Seoul flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for finding the biggest deals.
May is the best month for landing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from New York to Seoul. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from New York to Seoul.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Or sort your New York to Seoul flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Flying from New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

Set off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) on a nonstop flight from New York to Seoul. From JFK, you can fly directly into Incheon International Airport (ICN).
Check out the promotions with Korean Air. This carrier offers direct New York to Seoul plane tickets out of JFK.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper New York to Seoul flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
- Haneda Airport (HND)
- Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
- Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Located around 12 miles from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from New York to Seoul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
74.1% of flights that depart John F. Kennedy International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

You can catch a nonstop flight from New York to Seoul leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Start your travels at EWR and hop off the plane at Incheon International Airport (ICN).
Air Premia offers direct New York to Seoul plane tickets from EWR. Book your preferred seat and arrive at your destination in a single hop.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your New York to Seoul flight, check out these options when departing from Newark Liberty International Airport:
- Haneda Airport (HND)
- Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
- Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
EWR is about 9 miles from central New York. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your flight from New York to Seoul:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.3%.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

You can reserve a ticket from New York to Seoul with one or more stops departing from LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Here are some of the most common stopovers between LGA and Seoul:
- Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
- Logan International Airport (BOS)
- Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The journey time to LGA from central New York is around 1 hour by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 8 miles or so.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your New York to Seoul flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near LaGuardia Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out early:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving on time, LGA is a reliable starting point for any adventure.
The street address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.

Arriving in Seoul

Incheon International Airport (ICN)

Incheon International Airport (ICN) is around 30 miles from central Seoul. How long it takes to get to the centre will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Seoul, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and chase adventure across Seoul and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.

Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is around 10 miles from central Seoul. Explore your options for travelling into town after your flight from New York to Seoul has landed.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from New York to Seoul, kick back at a hotel close to GMP. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car make collecting a Gimpo International Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from GMP one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Seoul

It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from New York to Seoul. July is the most popular month to visit Seoul. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your New York to Seoul ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from New York to Seoul in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.

More about Seoul

When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Seoul right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from New York to Seoul:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are major attractions which should feature on any good Seoul itinerary.

Explore more of South Korea

Seoul will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of South Korea you should also see. Around 200 miles south-east of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Around 35 miles west of Seoul, Incheon is another favourite stop in South Korea. Experience major highlights starting with Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.