Cheap flights to Seoul
A journey to the capital of South Korea begins with arrival at one of the two main airports: the modern Incheon International Airport, located 50 kilometers from the metropolis, or Gimpo International Airport, which is closer to the center. An extensive route network connects the city with dozens of regions, ensuring reliable connections with key transport hubs in Asia and the world. The highest number of weekly flights is operated from Jeju City (1,671 flights), Tokyo (892 flights), and Osaka (771 flights). A significant volume of passenger traffic also comes from Shanghai and Busan, making the city accessible from almost anywhere in East Asia.
In total, 128 airlines operate scheduled flights to Seoul, offering travelers a wide range of fares and flight options. A leading role in the market is played by national carriers Korean Air and Asiana Airlines, as well as the popular low-cost carrier Jeju Air. Before your trip, we recommend reviewing current information on how to get to your destination and planning your route. Below on the page, departure city cards with a convenient search form are provided to help you select the optimal flight option for your required dates.

Jeju City — Seoul

Busan — Seoul


Gwangju — Seoul


Daegu — Seoul


Ulsan — Seoul

Tagbilaran — Seoul

Kaohsiung — Seoul

Kalibo — Seoul

Mabalacat — Seoul

Saipan — Seoul

Osaka — Seoul

Manila — Seoul
When is the best time to book a flight to Seoul?
The price of a flight to Seoul changes depending on how far ahead you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, book around 30 days before departure, when the average ticket costs about $635. Fares also tend to climb as the departure date gets closer.
Flight insights to Seoul
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Seoul — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Seoul come from Jeju City, Tokyo and Osaka. Jeju City leads with around 1671 flights a week.
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Seoul depart from Japan, Korea, Republic Of and China. Japan alone accounts for about 23% of all direct routes.
- Japanavg $93
- Korea, Republic Ofavg $23
- Chinaavg $102
- Vietnamavg $89
- Taiwan, Republic of Chinaavg $74
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Seoul range from Jeju City at $20 to Tokyo at $92 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Seoul from right now are Jeju City from $20, Busan from $25 and Kaohsiung from $63.
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Seoul is from Atlanta at about 15h 12m, followed by New York City (14h 42m) and Toronto (14h 7m).
- Atlanta15h 12m
- New York City14h 42m
- Toronto14h 7m
- Los Angeles12h 49m
- San Francisco12h 6m
Popular departure cities to Seoul
Frequently asked questions
- From how many cities can you fly to Seoul?
- Currently, direct air service to Seoul is available from many destinations worldwide. The list of the most popular and busiest routes includes 15 cities that provide the main flow of travelers to the South Korean capital.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Seoul?
- The most popular destination is Jeju City, with 1,671 flights per week. Among international routes, the leaders are Tokyo (892 flights), Osaka (771 flights), Shanghai (512 flights), and Busan (458 flights).
- How many airlines operate flights to Seoul?
- There are 128 airlines operating flights to Seoul. The largest carriers by flight volume are Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, and Jeju Air, which offer the most extensive route networks.
- Which airports receive flights to Seoul?
- Travelers are served by two main airports: Incheon International Airport (ICN), located 50 km from the center, and Gimpo International Airport (GMP), located 17 km from the city. Incheon handles most international flights, while Gimpo focuses on domestic and short-haul destinations.
- How to find cheap tickets to Seoul?
- To find the best deals, it is recommended to consider flight options from low-cost carriers such as T'way Air or Eastar Jet. It is also worth checking tickets in advance and monitoring special offers from major airlines that operate hundreds of flights weekly.