Flying from Sacramento to Seoul: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Sacramento. Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Sacramento to Seoul jetting off from here.
Step off your plane in Seoul at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Seoul is 16 hours ahead of Sacramento and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
To ensure you make it on your Sacramento to Seoul flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Seoul
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Sacramento to Seoul flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Flying from Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing Sacramento to Seoul flights leaving from Sacramento International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the stress out of arriving at the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Seoul, consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. It's a quick drive from Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SMF make it to their destination as scheduled 82.15% of the time.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The centre of Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport (ICN). How long it takes to drive there will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Sacramento to Seoul. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Pick up an Incheon International Airport rental car and discover Seoul and beyond with your own set of wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are leading providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Incheon International Airport around four weeks in advance of your Sacramento to Seoul flight.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Central Seoul is approximately 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Step off your flight from Sacramento to Seoul and then keep your eyes peeled for any airport signs that'll help you get to the city centre.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Sacramento to Seoul:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and be off and running.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from GMP one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sacramento to Seoul. July is the busiest month to travel to Seoul. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
When booking your Sacramento to Seoul tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Sacramento to Seoul in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Seoul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seoul right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Sacramento to Seoul:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are must-do's during your Seoul adventure.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Seoul. Around 322 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
If there's time to check out another great destination in South Korea, head for Incheon, about 56 kilometres west of Seoul. Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스 are among its highlights.