On this page, you can book flights from Colombo to Seoul. The 5,835 km route is served approximately once a week, so we recommend planning your departure date in advance.
Flights on this route are operated by UL. Before your trip, we recommend checking how to get to Colombo Airport and exploring ways to get from Seoul Airport to the city. Use the price trend chart to find the best fares.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Colombo — Seoul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 839 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,953 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Colombo → Seoul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 3,561 | high | May | AED 3,369 | high | Sep | AED 3,417 | high |
| Feb | AED 2,695 | low | Jun | AED 2,984 | medium | Oct | AED 2,599 | low |
| Mar | AED 2,887 | medium | Jul | AED 3,176 | medium | Nov | AED 2,887 | medium |
| Apr | AED 3,465 | high | Aug | AED 3,224 | medium | Dec | AED 3,032 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Seoul is characterized by distinct seasons: the hottest weather occurs in August, with an average high of 29.3°C, while the coldest month is January, when temperatures drop to -6.7°C. Summer months, especially July and August, are known for high humidity and frequent rainfall.
Price analysis shows that July is the most affordable month to fly — tickets start AED 839. Prices peak in April, when the minimum fare rises to AED 1,953. Significant price increases are also observed in February and January on this route.
The optimal time to fly is October, when the weather is comfortably dry (around 18.9°C) and tickets can be found AED 859. It’s best to avoid booking for the spring months due to the sharp rise in airfares.
SriLankan Airlines (UL) is the primary operator on the Colombo to Seoul route. The schedule includes approximately one flight per week, which makes date selection limited but consistent. You can find detailed information on departure times and available connection options in the interactive list of carriers below.
Flights Colombo — Seoul depart from Bandaranaike International Airport and arrive at Incheon International Airport and Gimpo International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
At a distance of about 5,835 km, a direct flight takes approximately 7 hours 15 minutes. Total travel time may increase depending on the number and duration of any layovers.
Regular flights on this route are operated by SriLankan Airlines (UL). The current list of carriers and schedules is available on this page.
Most international flights from Colombo arrive at Incheon International Airport (ICN), which is South Korea's main gateway.
Airfares change constantly based on season and demand. You can find the current minimum for the coming months in the low-price calendar and price trend chart above.
To visit South Korea, citizens of most countries require an Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) or a full visa. We recommend checking the latest entry requirements before purchasing your ticket.
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