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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles to Seoul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Seoul.595 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 595 €, select.
Seoul.624 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Incheon International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 624 €, select.
Seoul.624 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Mon, 24 Nov.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 624 €, select.
Seoul.624 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep, returning Mon, 20 Oct.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 624 €, select.
Seoul.628 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep, returning Thu, 18 Dec.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Incheon International on Thu, 18 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 628 €, select.
Seoul.630 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Incheon International on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 630 €, select.
Seoul.630 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 630 €, select.
Seoul.630 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Oct, returning Sun, 19 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Incheon International on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 630 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Seoul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles to Seoul flights are currently cheapest in November.
Aug
from 630 €
Sep
from 624 €
Oct
from 630 €
Nov
from 595 €
Dec
from 700 €
Jan
from 693 €
Feb
from 693 €
Mar
from 693 €
Apr
from 693 €
May
from 692 €
Jun
from 908 €
Jul
from 1.192 €

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Los Angeles to Seoul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found595 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time13 hrs, 16 mins
Most popular airlineAsiana Airlines
Average flights per week110

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Seoul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Seoul: Gimpo International and Incheon International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to Seoul is 595 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
13 hours and 16 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Seoul.
Asiana Airlines, Delta and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Seoul.
As of August 2025, there are 110 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Seoul.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Seoul is usually November.
If you're flying from Los Angeles, the cheapest airport near Seoul is Incheon International – which is 47.8 km away from the centre of Seoul. We've found flights into this airport from 595 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Seoul on Tuesday, 11 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 16 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Seoul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Seoul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In August, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Seoul, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is July.
The cheapest airline that flies to Seoul is Cathay Pacific. And the cheapest airline that flies to Incheon International Airport is Air Premia.

Travelling from Los Angeles to Seoul: what you need to know

  • Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll catch your flight from Los Angeles to Seoul. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the main airports in Los Angeles.

  • When it comes to planning your arrival in Seoul, Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the chief entry points.

  • Book a direct Los Angeles to Seoul flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 13 hours 5 minutes.

  • Seoul's timezone is UTC+9, making Seoul 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 34 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Los Angeles to Seoul is with Korean Air at 23:50. Go for the first LAX to ICN departure with Air Premia at 09:50 to make the most of your first day in Seoul.

  • Leave enough time to make your Los Angeles to Seoul flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add an hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Seoul

  • Lock in cheap Los Angeles to Seoul flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for finding a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on plane tickets from Los Angeles to Seoul. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Seoul by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Los Angeles to Seoul flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Flying from Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Take off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Seoul. From LAX, you can travel directly to Incheon International Airport (ICN).

  • Choose from a variety of airlines offering direct Los Angeles to Seoul plane tickets with departures from LAX, including:

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for Los Angeles to Seoul flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

    • Kansai International Airport (KIX)

  • The journey from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a handy hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Seoul, these accommodation options will have you nice and close to your departure gate:

  • Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from LAX land on schedule 81.05% of the time.

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

Arriving in Seoul

Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • Incheon International Airport (ICN) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it'll take to get to the centre depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Los Angeles to Seoul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo to explore Seoul and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Incheon International Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

  • If you're staying in Seoul's centre (or just want to start sightseeing straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Look for any visitor information kiosks for help with directions after hopping off your flight from Los Angeles to Seoul.

  • The trip will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near GMP. Kick back after your Los Angeles to Seoul flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car make picking up a Gimpo International Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from GMP one week ahead of time often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Seoul

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Seoul. July is the most popular month to travel to Seoul. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your Los Angeles to Seoul tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Seoul around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Seoul

  • Start your Seoul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Seoul, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are highlights which should be on any well-planned Seoul itinerary.

Explore more of South Korea

  • You've seen Seoul, now it's time to explore more of South Korea. Travel about 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to tick off its popular sights. From Haeundae Beach to Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If you're looking to explore another corner of South Korea, head for Incheon, roughly 56 kilometres west of Seoul. Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스 are the start of reasons to visit.

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