What is the cheapest month to fly to South Korea?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to South Korea . Flying to South Korea in July will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

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, China Eastern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Korea.

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

Seoul Gimpo Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South Korea. One-way flights to Seoul Gimpo Intl typically cost £10, while return flights cost around £21.

How much is a return flight to South Korea?

A return flight to South Korea will typically cost around £246, however they can be found for as little as £80.

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 25 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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Average price	£798
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Mon 1/920:25LHR - PUS

1 stop31h 20mAir China

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Deal found 6/8£439

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Deal found 7/8£449

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Deal found 7/8£449

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Deal found 7/8£450

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1 stop36h 35mChina Southern

Deal found 7/8£452

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1 stop33h 00mChina Eastern

Mon 15/1212:00GMP - LGW

1 stop27h 30mChina Eastern

Deal found 7/8£456

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Deal found 6/8£439

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Deal found 7/8£449

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1 stop27h 30mChina Eastern

Deal found 7/8£456

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1 stop25h 15mScandinavian Airlines

Deal found 6/8£558

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Deal found 7/8£449

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Deal found 7/8£465

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1 stop36h 35mChina Southern

Deal found 7/8£470

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21:00-12:25

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21:00-12:25

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13:30-18:05

1 stop36h 35m

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LondonSeoul

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LGWGMP

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17:00-11:00

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12:00-06:30

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£456

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LHR - PUS

LHRPUS

London Heathrow

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22:40-11:45

1 stop29h 05m

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Sat 6/9

12:45-20:30

1 stop15h 45m

£462

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LHR - GMP

LHRGMP

London Heathrow

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22:40-13:05

1 stop30h 25m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Fri 12/9

14:25-20:30

1 stop14h 05m

£464

LondonBusan

LHR - PUS

LHRPUS

London Heathrow

Thu 28/8

20:25-11:45

1 stop31h 20m

Busan Gimhae

Sun 7/9

12:45-20:30

1 stop15h 45m

£465

LondonSeoul

LHR - GMP

LHRGMP

London Heathrow

Mon 1/9

22:40-13:05

1 stop30h 25m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Fri 12/9

14:25-20:30

1 stop14h 05m

£467

LondonSeoul

LHR - GMP

LHRGMP

London Heathrow

Fri 24/10

21:00-12:25

1 stop31h 25m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 10/11

13:45-17:55

1 stop37h 10m

£468

LondonSeoul

LHR - GMP

LHRGMP

London Heathrow

Thu 16/10

21:00-12:25

1 stop31h 25m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Tue 4/11

13:45-17:55

1 stop37h 10m

£469

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How long is the flight to South Korea?

On average, a flight from London to South Korea takes 19 hours 25 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to South Korea?

Users looking for the lowest fares to South Korea should consider flying on Thursday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Monday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to South Korea

The most flights from London to South Korea are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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

The most popular airlines flying from London to South Korea are Finnair, British Airways and Aer Lingus.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South Korea?

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

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).

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 ANA, Hainan Airlines, andKLM to South Korea have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

ANA

8.4

Very Good

926 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA

ANA

8.4

Very Good

926 reviews

ANA

8.4

Very Good

926 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA

Hainan Airlines

8.2

Very Good

44 reviews

ANA

8.4

Very Good

926 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA

KLM

7.8

Good

1,382 reviews

ANA

8.4

Very Good

926 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA

LOT

7.6

Good

1,105 reviews

ANA

8.4

Very Good

926 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA

Austrian Airlines

7.6

Good

824 reviews

ANA

8.4

Very Good

926 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA

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, China Eastern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Korea.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in South Korea?
Seoul Gimpo Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South Korea. One-way flights to Seoul Gimpo Intl typically cost £10, while return flights cost around £21.
How much is a return flight to South Korea?
A return flight to South Korea will typically cost around £246, however they can be found for as little as £80.
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 25 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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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 8 August 2025.

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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FAQs about flying to South Korea

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What is the best airline to fly to South Korea?

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