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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to South Korea from £287

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — ICN
3 Jun — 10 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to South Korea
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to South Korea. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 May 2026.

Tue 15/912:35
LGW
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GMP
1 stop16h 30m
Air China
Thu 15/1014:25
GMP
-
LGW
1 stop24h 10m
Air China
Deal found 30/4£470
Sun 20/912:35
LGW
-
GMP
1 stop16h 30m
Air China
Fri 9/1014:25
GMP
-
LGW
1 stop24h 10m
Air China
Deal found 29/4£490
Thu 17/912:35
LGW
-
GMP
1 stop16h 30m
Air China
Sat 17/1014:25
GMP
-
LGW
1 stop24h 10m
Air China
Deal found 30/4£490
Tue 22/920:20
LGW
-
GMP
1 stop32h 45m
Air China
Sat 10/1014:25
GMP
-
LGW
1 stop24h 10m
Air China
Deal found 2/5£493
Tue 15/922:40
LHR
-
GMP
1 stop30h 25m
Air China
Thu 15/1014:25
GMP
-
LHR
1 stop35h 15m
Air China
Deal found 2/5£511
Fri 6/1121:10
LHR
-
ICN
1 stop31h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Fri 13/1116:45
ICN
-
LHR
1 stop35h 25m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 30/4£512
Sat 19/918:00
LGW
-
ICN
2 stops18h 40m
China Eastern
Sat 3/1015:50
ICN
-
LGW
2 stops55h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 30/4£512
Fri 30/1021:10
LHR
-
ICN
1 stop33h 35m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sat 14/1116:45
ICN
-
LHR
1 stop35h 25m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 29/4£513
Tue 7/706:55
STN
-
ICN
1 stop17h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 14/723:20
ICN
-
STN
1 stop18h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/4£515
Tue 7/706:55
STN
-
ICN
1 stop17h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 13/710:15
ICN
-
STN
1 stop19h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/4£516
Sun 20/920:35
LHR
-
ICN
1 stop30h 05m
Air India
Tue 29/912:20
ICN
-
LHR
1 stop31h 10m
Air India
Deal found 29/4£517
Tue 16/611:35
LGW
-
ICN
1 stop21h 50m
China Eastern
Mon 27/718:25
ICN
-
LGW
1 stop28h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 30/4£519

Find flight deals from United Kingdom to South Korea

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to South Korea flight deals. Data was last updated 4 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£470

One-way from

£287

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£571

Good round-trip deal

£854 or less

Good one-way deal

£478 or less
Air China
  • Air China
  • 15/9-15/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 40m total
  • United Kingdom to South Korea
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19/9
  • 19/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 50m total
  • United Kingdom to South Korea
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£78 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom to South Korea that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to South Korea that are best for you.

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LondonIncheon

LHR - ICN

LHRICN

London Heathrow

Sat 30/5

21:20-13:15

3 stops55h 55m

Incheon Intl

Sun 7/6

16:20-18:40

1 stop34h 20m

£574

LondonIncheon

LHR - ICN

LHRICN

London Heathrow

Mon 19/10

22:05-16:45

1 stop34h 40m

Incheon Intl

Tue 27/10

16:45-19:10

1 stop35h 25m

£590

LondonIncheon

LTN - ICN

LTNICN

London Luton

Wed 17/6

07:15-18:30

3 stops27h 15m

Incheon Intl

Wed 24/6

14:30-14:35

2 stops32h 05m

£614

LondonIncheon

LTN - ICN

LTNICN

London Luton

Wed 3/6

19:55-05:55

2 stops26h 00m

Incheon Intl

Mon 15/6

16:20-14:35

2 stops30h 15m

£624

LondonIncheon

LGW - ICN

LGWICN

London Gatwick

Sun 17/5

11:35-15:10

1 stop19h 35m

Incheon Intl

Wed 20/5

14:15-06:40

2 stops24h 25m

£632

LondonIncheon

LHR - ICN

LHRICN

London Heathrow

Wed 14/10

22:05-14:15

1 stop32h 10m

Incheon Intl

Fri 4/12

14:55-19:10

1 stop37h 15m

£635

LondonSeoul

LGW - GMP

LGWGMP

London Gatwick

Mon 28/9

18:00-19:50

1 stop17h 50m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Thu 15/10

12:00-06:40

1 stop26h 40m

£638

LondonSeoul

LGW - GMP

LGWGMP

London Gatwick

Sun 27/9

11:35-19:50

1 stop24h 15m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 12/10

20:50-15:00

1 stop26h 10m

£641

LondonIncheon

LGW - ICN

LGWICN

London Gatwick

Fri 18/9

11:35-14:55

2 stops19h 20m

Incheon Intl

Tue 20/10

16:15-06:40

1 stop22h 25m

£641

LondonIncheon

LGW - ICN

LGWICN

London Gatwick

Wed 28/10

08:40-17:15

1 stop23h 35m

Incheon Intl

Mon 9/11

00:20-05:55

1 stop38h 35m

£681

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to South Korea

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to South Korea

How far ahead should I book a flight from United Kingdom to South Korea?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from United Kingdom to South Korea, you should look to book at least 90 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Kingdom to South Korea?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to South Korea (average of £421). Flying from United Kingdom to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of £831). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from GB to KR?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom to South Korea. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 May 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from United Kingdom to South Korea at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to South Korea

Explore weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to South Korea. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 4 May 2026.

The most flights from GB0 to KR0 are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How often are flights from the United Kingdom to South Korea delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and South Korea have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 118 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Kingdom to South Korea flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United Kingdom to South Korea flights?

Over the past year, Asiana Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Korea

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Korea. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Korea. Reviews last updated 4 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air,Asiana Airlines, andVirgin Atlantic from the United Kingdom to South Korea to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,216 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very Good
530 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
688 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Air China
7.3
Good
148 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,972 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,216 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom to South Korea. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from United Kingdom to South Korea?

    A quick flight from United Kingdom to South Korea can take about 23h 35m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £681. Airlines will cover a distance of 5512 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from United Kingdom to South Korea one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from United Kingdom to South Korea are China Eastern (£174), Etihad Airways (£190), and China Southern (£215).

  • Can I find deals for flights from United Kingdom to South Korea that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on United Kingdom to South Korea flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to South Korea?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from United Kingdom to South Korea.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from United Kingdom to South Korea?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom to South Korea by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Kingdom to South Korea?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to South Korea (average of £421). Flying from United Kingdom to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of £831). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from United Kingdom to South Korea

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom to South Korea. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest£245Average£382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£324Average£696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air ChinaCheapest£340Average£478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest£355Average£610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapest£415Average£679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£437Average£595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£480Average£757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air FranceCheapest£485Average£709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£487Average£853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£496Average£664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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