NYC → ICN

Cheap Flights to Seoul

Find the cheapest flights from New York to Seoul, South Korea. Compare airlines from $1080 one-way.

14h 30m direct flight

From $1080 one-way

ICN Airport

$410

Lowest Fare

one-way

$1080

Average Price

one-way

14h 30m

Flight Duration

direct

Apr

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About Seoul, South Korea

Seoul blends royal palaces, hyper-modern districts, and a nonstop food and café culture into one dynamic capital. Spring blossoms and crisp autumn foliage are the peak times to go.

Seoul's Incheon Airport is a long nonstop from New York at roughly fourteen and a half hours, with Korean Air and Asiana flying the route from JFK. Incheon consistently ranks among the world's best-connected hubs, making onward travel across Asia easy. Fares generally soften in April, May and October, outside the summer and holiday peaks. South Korea requires most US visitors to hold a valid K-ETA travel authorization, so confirm the current requirement before you fly. Seoul sits about thirteen hours ahead of New York, so expect real jet lag. It's still worth comparing JFK and EWR pricing on this route.

Seoul is served by ICN airport, reachable nonstop from New York's JFK and Newark (EWR). The average fare from NYC to Seoul is around $1080 one-way, with the lowest prices typically in Apr and the highest around holidays and summer peak travel.

Top things to do in Seoul:

•Gyeongbokgung Palace
•Myeongdong & Hongdae
•Korean BBQ & night markets

Best airlines: JetBlue offers strong value with a free carry-on bag. Delta and American Airlines tend to have the most daily departures. Spirit and Frontier offer the cheapest base fares but charge extra for bags.

Best Time to Visit Seoul

For Seoul, the best months to fly from NYC are typically Apr, May, Oct — a sweet spot of better fares, comfortable weather, and lighter crowds. Use the seasonal guide below to plan around peak pricing.

🌸 Spring (Mar-May)

Mild weather, moderate prices. A great time to visit before summer crowds arrive.

Moderate

☀️ Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with the highest prices. Book 3-4 months ahead if you must travel in summer.

Expensive

🍂 Fall (Sep-Nov)

Best value season with lower prices and comfortable weather. Highly recommended.

Affordable

❄️ Winter (Dec-Feb)

Prices vary — cheap in early January but expensive during the holidays.

Varies

Tips for Finding Cheap Flights to Seoul

1Book 3-5 weeks ahead for the best fares to Seoul

2Check flights from all three NYC airports (JFK, LGA, EWR) to find the lowest price

3Travel in shoulder season (Apr or May) for best value

4Pack light if flying Spirit or Frontier — carry-on fees can add $45+ each way

5Set a price alert to get notified when prices drop below your target

6Consider flying Tuesday/Wednesday for cheaper fares on this route

Need a place to stay in Seoul?

Once your flight's sorted, it's worth comparing hotels and short stays early — the best-located rooms tend to book up first. Takes a minute to see what's available for your dates.

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Sorted a ride in Seoul from the airport?

Booking an airport transfer ahead of time means a driver's waiting when you land — no taxi queue or surge pricing after a long flight. Worth comparing a fixed-price pickup for your arrival.

Compare airport transfers

Planning what to do in Seoul?

The popular museums, tours, and attractions often sell out on peak days — it's worth booking skip-the-line tickets before you go so your trip isn't spent waiting in queues.

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Staying connected in Seoul?

A travel eSIM gives you data the moment you land — no roaming charges and no hunting for a local SIM. You can set it up before you fly and switch it on when you arrive.

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FAQ: Cheap Flights to Seoul

Cheap flights to Seoul from New York typically start from $756 one-way on budget carriers like Spirit or Frontier. The average round-trip price is $2160–$3024. Prices fluctuate based on season and booking timing.

The best time to visit Seoul depends on your preferences. For the best combination of weather and prices, consider traveling in Apr or May. These months also tend to have lower hotel rates and fewer crowds.

A direct flight from New York City to Seoul takes approximately 14h 30m. Connecting flights can add 2-4 hours to your travel time. JFK and Newark (EWR) offer the most direct flight options to Seoul.

Multiple airlines serve the NYC to Seoul route including JetBlue, Delta, American Airlines, United Airlines, Spirit, and Frontier. JetBlue and Delta typically offer the best balance of price and service, while Spirit and Frontier have the cheapest base fares.

The best NYC-area airport for flights to Seoul depends on which airline you choose. Check all three airports (JFK, LGA, and EWR) when searching — prices can vary significantly. Newark (EWR) is often cheapest for United flights, while JetBlue typically operates from JFK.

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NYC Airports to Seoul

JFK

John F. Kennedy

$1080+

LGA

LaGuardia

$1134+

EWR

Newark Liberty

$1026+

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