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Cheapest return flight
£443
Typical prices: £562-£872
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Mon 5/11Sun 18/11
MAN - ICN • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£559
Typical prices: £666-£943
Asiana Airlines
Sun 11/11Wed 5/12
LHR - ICN • Direct
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You can fly direct with Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic. Average duration is 12h 32m
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights to Seoul

 
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Recent return flight deals to Seoul

Thu, 5 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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11:15 - 18:35MAN  Manchester-ICN Incheon Intl
22h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
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15:00 - 05:50ICN  Incheon Intl-MAN Manchester
23h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
£443Multiple Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec
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11:15 - 13:45MAN  Manchester-ICN Incheon Intl
17h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital
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15:00 - 05:50ICN  Incheon Intl-MAN Manchester
23h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
£445Multiple Airlines
Fri, 6 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
China Eastern Logo
10:30 - 19:50LGW  London Gatwick-GMP Seoul Gimpo Intl
24h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
20:50 - 14:00GMP  Seoul Gimpo Intl-LGW London Gatwick
26h 10m1 stop Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£477China Eastern
Fri, 4 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec
China Eastern Logo
10:30 - 19:50LGW  London Gatwick-GMP Seoul Gimpo Intl
24h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 14:00GMP  Seoul Gimpo Intl-LGW London Gatwick
35h 00m1 stop Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£477China Eastern
Thu, 29 Oct - Wed, 18 Nov
China Southern Logo
21:30 - 22:10LHR  London Heathrow-ICN Incheon Intl
15h 40m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
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09:10 - 18:35ICN  Incheon Intl-LHR London Heathrow
18h 25m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
£507China Southern
Thu, 14 Jan - Tue, 9 Feb
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22:30 - 13:55LHR  London Heathrow-ICN Incheon Intl
30h 25m1 stop Shenzhen
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14:55 - 19:10ICN  Incheon Intl-LHR London Heathrow
37h 15m1 stop Shenzhen
£507Shenzhen Airlines
Wed, 13 Jan - Tue, 9 Feb
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
21:10 - 13:55LHR  London Heathrow-ICN Incheon Intl
31h 45m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
14:55 - 19:10ICN  Incheon Intl-LHR London Heathrow
37h 15m1 stop Shenzhen
£507Shenzhen Airlines
Thu, 29 Oct - Wed, 18 Nov
China Southern Logo
21:30 - 22:10LHR  London Heathrow-ICN Incheon Intl
15h 40m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
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09:10 - 18:35ICN  Incheon Intl-LHR London Heathrow
18h 25m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
£508China Southern
Mon, 1 Mar - Sun, 7 Mar
Air China Logo
11:35 - 21:55LGW  London Gatwick-ICN Incheon Intl
25h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
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11:10 - 06:20ICN  Incheon Intl-LGW London Gatwick
28h 10m1 stop Beijing Capital
£508Air China
Fri, 22 Jan - Fri, 5 Feb
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11:30 - 11:00LHR  London Heathrow-ICN Incheon Intl
14h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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13:30 - 21:00ICN  Incheon Intl-LHR London Heathrow
16h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£509Lufthansa
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to Seoul

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Seoul?

Manchester to Seoul is the cheapest route at £443 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. London Heathrow Airport to Seoul is the most popular connection with return deals from £507.

How much is a flight to Seoul?

On average, a return flight from the United Kingdom to Seoul costs £699, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Inverness average £606, while London runs a bit higher at £689.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Seoul?

Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Seoul at £669 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Sunday is the most expensive at £756.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Seoul?

•January is the cheapest month to fly to Seoul with an average price of £497 return.
•July (£807) and August (£805) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Seoul?

Night flights to Seoul are the cheapest at £528 return on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at £766.

What is a good deal for flights to Seoul?

Flights under £562 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Seoul at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•London £545.

When are flights to Seoul the cheapest?

Flights to Seoul are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 16% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Seoul

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£270
Beat the crowds with an average 56% drop in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Manchester to Incheon Intl Airport

When to book flights to Seoul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Seoul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Seoul, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Seoul is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Seoul is around £562 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • Which airports serve Seoul?

    Flights to Seoul arrive at: Seoul Gimpo Intl (GMP) and Incheon Intl (ICN).

  • How long is a direct flight to Seoul?

    Direct flights to Seoul are available from London, with a flight time of about 12h 20m.

  • Which city has the cheapest flights to Seoul?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Seoul are from London, starting at £477 return.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Seoul?

    Last-minute fares to Seoul (booked within two weeks of departure) are typically 10% higher than the average return fare of £699.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Seoul?

    Korean Air operates the most flights from the United Kingdom to Seoul at 7 per week, while Virgin Atlantic is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United Kingdom to Seoul. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • How many flights serve Seoul?

    Seoul receives 3 flights per day and 21 per week from across the world. London has the most flights to Seoul with 21 weekly flights.

  • Which airports serve Seoul and the surrounding area?

    Flights to Seoul can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including Seoul Gimpo Intl (GMP) and Incheon Intl (ICN). Nearby alternatives within 50.0 mi of Seoul include Seoul Gimpo Intl (GMP). This airport is not in Seoul itself but may be useful depending on your route, airline, and onward travel plans.

  • Is there an on-site hotel at Seoul Incheon Intl Airport?

    Yes, tired travellers on flights to Seoul have numerous opportunities to sleep at Incheon Intl. If you are in international transit, both Terminals 1 and 2 feature Transit Hotels with rooms available in 6-hour blocks. For a shorter stay, the Darakhyu Capsule Hotel Incheon Airport offers 3-hour rates for a capsule and is conveniently near the train station. Just 3min away from the airport, you will find several hotels that offer shuttle services, including Hotel Hu Incheon Airport, Best Western Premier Incheon Airport and the Grand Hyatt Incheon.

  • What is the fastest way to get from Gimpo Intl Airport to Seoul city centre?

    As it is close to the city centre, Gimpo Intl Airport is conveniently linked to the metro. Take line 5 or 9 to be downtown in just a few minutes after disembarking from your flight to Seoul. Numerous bus services are also available or you could take a taxi, available 24/7 from the designated ranks outside the terminal. A fare to central Seoul should cost approx. 24,000원 (£16) but the journey will take around 1h.

  • Are there public transport links from Seoul Incheon Intl Airport to the city centre?

    Incheon Intl Airport is well served by public transport, including bus and train. A free maglev train connects passengers with Yongyu and Water Park, while the Airport Railroad’s stopping service takes 66min to reach Seoul Station. A single ticket costs 9,000원 (£6) for an express or 4,750원 (£3.10) for an all-stop train. Buses are also available from the Transportation Center – as are taxis – but given that traffic can be bad it is usually quicker to take the train.

  • What can I do during a layover at Seoul Incheon Intl Airport?

    There is plenty at Seoul Incheon Intl Airport to keep you entertained, from transit city tours to a golf course and all-season ice rink. In the Transportation Center, you will find a cinema playing feature films, and there are several free exhibitions of artwork and artefacts located around the terminals. Children may enjoy watching planes take off from the Observation Decks, or you can enjoy some tranquillity in one of the seven gardens located inside Terminal 1.

Your guide to booking Seoul flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Seoul, book around 21 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 16% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to Seoul, a good return fare is around £562. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Seoul in January. Return fares historically average £497, making January the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to £238 on a return flight. Evening flights to Seoul average £528 compared to £766 for midday flights.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to Seoul, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Virgin Atlantic includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, Asiana Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, and Korean Air includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in Seoul, a few great places to start are Lotte World and COEX Convention and Exhibition Center. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
  • Travellers on flights to Seoul (SEL) will find themselves landing at one of two international airports – most likely Incheon Intl (ICN), which is by far the bigger of the two. Gimpo Intl Airport (GMP) also serves international flights but has fewer travellers’ amenities, despite being closer to the city centre.
  • Incheon Intl Airport is very large, with two terminals connected by train and shuttle bus. The bus is complimentary and departs every 5min (allow 15min to transfer), while the train is more direct but costs 900원 (£0.60). Gimpo Intl Airport has two terminals connected by bus.
  • If you feel hungry after your flight to Seoul, you will find numerous food concessions at both airports. While Gimpo Intl Airport doesn’t have any 24h eateries, Incheon Intl Airport has plenty in both terminals. Enjoy local cuisine at the likes of Bon Juk or a snack from Starbucks or KFC.
  • Keep yourself and the kids entertained at Gimpo Intl Airport by visiting the observatory. Offering a free exhibition and viewing platform, it is located on the 6th floor and open from 10:00 to 17:00 every day except Monday.
  • Time to stretch your legs after a long flight to Seoul? Incheon Intl Airport features a digital gym, which you will find airside in Terminal 2.
  • If you would like to freshen up at Incheon Intl Airport, you will find free shower rooms in both terminals. Shower kits are available for a small fee.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Seoul

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Seoul? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.4
Korean AirOverall score based on 1217 reviews
8.3Comfort
8.5Boarding
8.1Food
8.7Crew
8.2Entertainment
Airline reviews

Excellent. All well and accommodating. Clean and very good food. Peaceful travel experience

10.0 ExcellentBernadette, Jun 2026
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Excellent. All well and accommodating. Clean and very good food. Peaceful travel experience

The food wasn't to good but the crews were great, clean plan clean bathrooms always

Always on time and flight crew were great. Boarding in Manila was a bit chaotic and disorganized compared to Incheon.

Never had a flight delay issue with Korean Air, that's why I always go with this airline.

Flight crew were very attentive and made this trip a pleasure. Plus the fact that this our first time flying business class.

The boarding process was efficient and quick. The seats were comfortable. The food was good. The service was excellent. We had a lovely flight from Seattle on Korean air

Flight crew was fantastic. The aircraft was meticulously cleaned at all times. The crew was continuously checking to see if the passengers were ok.

Korean are so racist and when I ask question or directions they totally ignore me and say racist. Also they give me an rude attitude.

It was good, I liked the self-serve snacks but it was a little difficult to get the alcohol, which is understandable since I wouldn't want kids sneaking it.

Friendly flight attendants and gate agents. Very clean plane and food was good!

Food and some of crew members' service have room to improve

Waited a long time at JFK to board with no information being readily available.Left about 45 minutes late and it was 2:45 AM in JFK.Nothing todo. Second deck of the Airbus is more comfortable or seems that way because there is less people. Food was OK. The food on secondleg was better as we had ordered it before hand. We thought we had did that on the long first leg but we were told we did not. Cabin crew was generally nice. There are people who lean back when eating as they wait for food to be delivered and know no one will check -- drag. TV selection was awful movies OK. Comfortable all in all.

Not enough seat cushion. Butt was hurting especially on long flight. Not enough movie selection. Entertainment was outdated. Coffee served was cold. Other than that flight was good.

I was very surprised that a meal was given on such a relatively short flight. the meal was FANTASTIC. The crew were also very attentive to our specific needs and we would be happy to fly and recommend your airline to our friends.

Humm, I should have known that the seat I peaked on my flight from Inchon to Manila was designed for a toddler or very small person.

The staff hold my luggage to steel and exchange my stub, i was very disappointed.

Kayak along with airfare assay are attempting to steal my money. Charges are being pressed.

Customer service and attention to details. The food was good.

Felt like the oldest plane in Asiana Fleet. Screen was 5-6in only and no charging at all. Movie selection wasn't great.

I’d have rated Asiana good except an unfortunate incident in which I felt one of your employee didn’t really help us. During the first leg of the trip, the flight from LAX to ICN, I left my backpack on the plane. When I realized, I reported to one of your employee who promised me that it’d be taken care of, that my backpack will be there at HCM city. When we arrived there, HCM people had no idea and my backpack was still at Incheon airport who denied any knowledge whatsoever. I was left in the cold and felt helpless. I was very disappointed. I’d like someone to look into this and let me know.

Weren’t even given earphones to use the entertainment system

The meals were not the greatest and lacking of appetite but everything else was spot on

Worst than I expected, crew was not attentive, meal was as disgusting , they didn’t even drink selections as they would to other passengers. I felt discriminated

cannot get seat information for LAX to IAH when check in in XI,AN

UA is ok. But check in was a very bad experience

Communication between the captain/crew and the passengers needs to be improved.

Food and service are good. Bathroom was lack of lotions and cleaning. That should be improved.

Food & service very good next I will pick up again

It was simply bad and on top of that my luggage hasn't been delivered until now. They can't even localize it which is just unacceptable when they are supposed to scan the bar code they put when we check in

We bought premium Economy, thinking it would be more comfortable, but the seat is so narrow ,that my legs and feet are swollen , I can't wear shoes !

Lounge was top notch h with great variety of food and drinks. Cabin crew were great. Smooth flight.

My seat 3G did not go down fully and the buttons were not working properly

Food was the worst I’ve had on a VA flight. Normally it’s a lot better

These are one of the older seat arrangements facing away from the windows! Not particularly convenient sets. No storage spaces. NO COAT HANGING HOOKS. Inconvenient business class seat compared to any other airlines of similar class. Staff are excellent! Extremely professional, friendly. Food is good too.

The staff was not very polite but the flight was very very nice and comfortable and the entertainment was great

Premium economy more comfortable than economy, but not by much. Did was awful, do not try the omelette. Flight crew were helpful. Flight was delayed by over an hour. Overall but bad, arrived safely and thank God.

Food was excellent. Service was very good. Staff was very helpful to all passengers.

Your flight delayed at Heathrow n I almost missed my mother funeral.you idiots. I had to waste 10 hours in different airports. Thank your stars I'm not suing you.

Seats were old and dirty, for a long haul flight you expect to be able to recline and for the av to work properly. Choice for vegans was fruit….

The Virgin Atlantic crew was very good. However, the equipment was OK, the seats were OK, but her bags did not arrive with me. Two bags showed up a day later and I’m still waiting for my third back.

As always, Lufthansa checked my carry-on luggage, even though I was in front of the line. No other airline in the world does this. It's so annoying and unnecessary. There was enough space for it in the overhead bin. It's a TUMI Continental Carry-On. If you have the chance, rather fly easyJet or Condor on this route.

Good communication via the app regarding the delayed departure. Uncomfortable seat for tall passengers. Could not straighten my legs.

3 4 3 seats are cruel, the average person should be able to fit in the seats and this was not the case. I was at an angle for hours just to remain in my seat .

Someone sat in my seat and this made boarding protracted and unpleasant. The stewardesses kept saying, “it is important that everyone be seated — or we will be further delayed,” but for a long time they did not tell me where to sit. At the end of the flight a baby screamed loudly for several minutes and it took ninety minutes (!) to get through EU passport and customs. We had to stand the whole time in a an overheated room. The seat on the plane was narrow. These things are not all Lufthansa’s fault but they made for a somewhat unpleasant trip.

Everything about the flight was excellent except for the fact that we had to wait one hour on the tar app and then I had to race to catch my connecting flight with the next stop

The flight on time, flawless check in and boarding process, the crew was very friendly.

Generally OK. The very worst part was the food we were served (on a special diet) which the crew apologised for and said they took photos for there managers. This flight was using a code-share from Discovery Airways, so perhaps not Lufthansa's direct fault. The general food was far better but definitely not plentiful unlike some other airlines. Otherwise it was a nothing special experience unlike the superb time we had last year for a similar route on Cathay!

Flight map did not work. Crew was great, food was good, plane took off on time and landed early. That's all I can ask.

Paid for exit row at the back of the plane. Window seat with lots of leg space. Food was inedible (as usual). Brought my own.

Efficiency of staff, and comfort and cleanliness of aircraft was all great. Maybe a hot drink without payment at that time in the morning would be good!

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