Travelling from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Seoul: what you need to know
Ontario International Airport is located in Ontario. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is 16 hours ahead of Ontario.
To avoid rushing for your ONT to Seoul flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from ONT to Seoul. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
ONT is about 5 kilometres from central Ontario. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near ONT? If you're boarding an early flight from Ontario International Airport to Seoul, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Ontario International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 83.6% of flights that take off from ONT reach their destination without delay.
The address for ONT is 2900 E. Airport Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Seoul
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ontario International Airport to Seoul flight is 422 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 770 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from ONT to Seoul. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your Ontario International Airport to Seoul ticket.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ontario International Airport to Seoul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ICN:
Pick up an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own set of wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Incheon International Airport about four weeks before your flight from ONT to Seoul.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in central Seoul (or just want to see the sights straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Keep an eye out for any visitor information kiosks to get directions after hopping off your flight from Ontario International Airport to Seoul.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Following your ONT to Seoul flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near GMP. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Gimpo International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare rates and availability from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at GMP can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Seoul
Travel to Seoul in peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Ontario International Airport to Seoul in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before locking in your Ontario International Airport to Seoul plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ONT to Seoul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Seoul
After booking your flight from Ontario International Airport to Seoul, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are major attractions which should feature on any good Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many cities in South Korea waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Seoul. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Around 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul, Daegu is another favourite stop in South Korea. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park.