Flying from Seoul to New York: what you need to know
Seoul is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Seoul to New York flying out of Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Disembark at one of New York's key hubs like Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can also touch down at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
14 hours 6 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Seoul to New York. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, New York is 13 hours behind Seoul.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 62 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Seoul to New York is with Asiana Airlines at 21:00. Go for the first ICN to JFK departure operated by Asiana Airlines at 09:50 if you're more of an early bird.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Seoul to New York.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
You will need an ETA for United States if you hold a passport from South Korea and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before you lock in those cheap flights from Seoul to New York, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
You can book a nonstop flight from Seoul to New York jetting off from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Begin your trip at ICN and land at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Korean Air is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Seoul to New York jetting out of ICN.
We make it easy to plan a flight from Seoul to New York with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Incheon International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Incheon International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Seoul to New York or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Break up your flight from Seoul to New York with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Incheon International Airport and New York are:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport the day before your flight from Seoul to New York:
Arriving in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near EWR if you're catching a late flight from Seoul to New York. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The centre of New York is about 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). After your flight from Seoul to New York has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 48 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to JFK. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Seoul to New York:
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to New York
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seoul to New York is ر.ق. 1,388. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 2,131. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from Seoul to New York, book your journey 9 months ahead of your departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Seoul to New York. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Seoul to New York. You don't need to look every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll tell you when there's a change in price.
Use filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Seoul to New York, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Best time to go to New York
February is the quietest month for flights from Seoul to New York, while August is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before you book a flight from Seoul to New York, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Seoul to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
Start your New York trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Seoul to New York, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are major attractions which should feature on every New York itinerary.
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