Can I find cheaper flights to South Korea if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Korea on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to South Korea?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Asiana Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Korea.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in South Korea?

Jeju City is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South Korea. One-way flights to Jeju City typically cost £16, while return flights cost around £37.

How much is a return flight to South Korea?

A return flight to South Korea will typically cost around £174, however they can be found for as little as £95.

Where does the fastest flight to South Korea depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to South Korea, London offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 15 minutes).

Does Incheon Intl have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Incheon Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Incheon Intl?

Yes. Incheon Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Darakhyu Incheon Airport Terminal 2 Capsule Hotel by Walkerhill is the closest property to Incheon Intl (0.0 mi away from Incheon Intl).

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LTN London Luton - ICN Incheon Intl

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Wed 28/10

06:55-15:05

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Incheon Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£305

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LTNICN

London Luton

Wed 28/10

06:55-15:05

2 stops23h 10m

Incheon Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£305

LondonBusan

LGW London Gatwick - PUS Busan Gimhae

LGWPUS

London Gatwick

Tue 24/11

10:30-06:10

1 stop34h 40m

Busan Gimhae

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£312

LondonJeju City

LGW London Gatwick - CJU Jeju City

LGWCJU

London Gatwick

Sat 28/11

10:40-10:35

1 stop14h 55m

Jeju City

Sat 5/12

22:25-07:10

1 stop17h 45m

£465

LondonJeju City

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London Gatwick

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10:40-10:35

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Jeju City

Thu 12/11

22:25-07:10

1 stop17h 45m

£475

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Jeju City

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20:50-14:00

1 stop26h 10m

£488

LondonIncheon

LTN London Luton - ICN Incheon Intl

LTNICN

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Wed 2/12

06:10-13:30

2 stops22h 20m

Incheon Intl

Tue 8/12

14:30-14:15

2 stops32h 45m

£502

LondonBusan

LGW London Gatwick - PUS Busan Gimhae

LGWPUS

London Gatwick

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10:30-10:00

2 stops38h 30m

Busan Gimhae

Tue 24/11

17:50-06:30

1 stop21h 40m

£514

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LGWPUS

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11:10-11:35

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17:50-06:30

1 stop21h 40m

£534

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How long is the flight to South Korea?

On average, a flight from London to South Korea takes 15 hours 54 minutes. Flights to South Korea from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to South Korea

The most flights from London to South Korea are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to South Korea?

The most popular airlines flying from London to South Korea are Virgin Atlantic, Asiana Airlines and Korean Air.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South Korea?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to South Korea are China Eastern, Air China and China Southern.

Rainfall in South Korea by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Korea ranges from 27.0 - 253.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 253.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit South Korea when rainfall is around 27.0 mm.

Temperature in South Korea by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Korea, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to South Korea?

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to South Korea. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What are the most popular places to fly to in South Korea?

The most popular places in South Korea to fly to are Seoul, Incheon, Jeju City and Busan.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Korea

See what other customers who have flown with Asiana Airlines,Virgin Atlantic, andAir China to South Korea have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Asiana Airlines

8.1

Very Good

565 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.

Asiana Airlines

8.1

Very Good

565 reviews

Asiana Airlines

8.1

Very Good

565 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.

Virgin Atlantic

7.5

Good

695 reviews

Asiana Airlines

8.1

Very Good

565 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.

Air China

7.5

Good

166 reviews

Asiana Airlines

8.1

Very Good

565 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.

China Southern

7.4

Good

179 reviews

Asiana Airlines

8.1

Very Good

565 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.

Lufthansa

6.8

Okay

8,282 reviews

Asiana Airlines

8.1

Very Good

565 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.

FAQs about flying to South Korea

Can I find cheaper flights to South Korea if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Korea on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to South Korea?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Asiana Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Korea.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in South Korea?
Jeju City is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South Korea. One-way flights to Jeju City typically cost £16, while return flights cost around £37.
How much is a return flight to South Korea?
A return flight to South Korea will typically cost around £174, however they can be found for as little as £95.
Where does the fastest flight to South Korea depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to South Korea, London offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 15 minutes).
Does Incheon Intl have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Incheon Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Incheon Intl?
Yes. Incheon Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Darakhyu Incheon Airport Terminal 2 Capsule Hotel by Walkerhill is the closest property to Incheon Intl (0.0 mi away from Incheon Intl).

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How long is the flight to South Korea?

On average, a flight from London to South Korea takes 15 hours 54 minutes. Flights to South Korea from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to South Korea

The most flights from London to South Korea are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to South Korea?

The most popular airlines flying from London to South Korea are Virgin Atlantic, Asiana Airlines and Korean Air.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South Korea?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to South Korea are China Eastern, Air China and China Southern.

Rainfall in South Korea by month

Plan your trip to South Korea by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Korea ranges from 27.0 - 253.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 253.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit South Korea when rainfall is around 27.0 mm.

Temperature in South Korea by month

Plan your trip to South Korea by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

When is the best time to book a flight to South Korea?

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to South Korea. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What are the most popular places to fly to in South Korea?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to South Korea in the last few years. This data was updated on 18 October 2026.

The most popular places in South Korea to fly to are Seoul, Incheon, Jeju City and Busan.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Korea

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