Can I fly direct from Los Angeles to Seoul?

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Seoul are available, but they represent a smaller portion of the total routes. Historically, approximately 12.9% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. This data is based on observations over a 90-day period.

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Seoul?

The direct flight from Los Angeles to Seoul typically takes approximately 13 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 9626 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging around 23 hours and 27 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference in travel time when planning their journey.

How often do cheap flights from Los Angeles to Seoul come up?

Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Seoul are observed to come up frequently. This route is classified as one where deals appear with regularity. This assessment is based on a trailing 30-day analysis of flight prices.

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To Seoul

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Los Angeles to Seoul: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul

For those seeking cheap flights from Los Angeles to Seoul, February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $904. Other cost-effective options include August, with a median fare of $1209, and September, where the median fare is $1252. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings.

Fares for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul typically range from $1214 to $2376, with a median price of $1530. Right now, fares are below the typical level, suggesting a potentially good time to consider booking. However, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%, indicating that while current prices are lower, exceptional deals are not prevalent.

When flying from Los Angeles to Seoul, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 12.9% of recent fares being direct flights. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should generally expect a journey with at least one layover.

A typical journey from Los Angeles to Seoul takes approximately 13h 30m, including connections. This median duration accounts for both direct and connecting flights. For non-stop flights, the median time is also 13h 30m, while connecting journeys typically extend to 29h 50m. Given that most itineraries involve connections, your total travel time will likely be closer to the longer end of this range.

The route from Los Angeles to Seoul covers a substantial distance of 9626 kilometers. This classifies the journey as a long-haul flight, meaning you should anticipate an extended period of travel.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Seoul

Regular price: $680 - $1,417

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul is typically between $680 and $1417. The current lowest deal is $636 with Air China for travel from Nov 10-Nov 13.

now $636

Low $680

High $1,417

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Seoul

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Seoul is February, with a median price of $904. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $2381. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $904

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,381

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Seoul

Air Premia

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Seoul

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Seoul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Seoul (ICN)

Korean Air

$998

$936

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Seoul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Seoul (ICN)

Cathay Pacific

$976

$874

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Seoul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Seoul (ICN)

Air Premia

$830

$772

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Seoul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Seoul (ICN)

Air Premia

$840

$787

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Seoul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Seoul (ICN)

Air Premia

$704

$736

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Seoul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Seoul (ICN)

Air Premia

$846

$736

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul

4 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 13

$934 → $645

31%

4 nights

Nov 16 - Nov 20

$892 → $657

26%

3 nights

Nov 16 - Nov 19

$889 → $657

26%

3 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 6

$986 → $811

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Seoul

Los Angeles - Seoul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Recent fares are below the typical level, with deals around $636 historically.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $904.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 13h 30m

Direct flights to Seoul from Los Angeles typically average 13h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Premia offers direct flights

Air Premia is one airline offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Los Angeles to Seoul are frequent, occurring often.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a major hub for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$646

Seoul main airports to arrive at

Incheon International (ICN)

Cheapest

Incheon International Airport is a good option for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul.

📍 ~48 km from Seoul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$646

Airports nearby Seoul used as alternative

Cheongju International (CJJ)

Cheongju International is a good alternative, serving as a primary low-cost carrier hub for regional international routes.

📍 ~110 km from Seoul (reachable by bus and rail)

💸 Flights from ~$940

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From LAX

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Jan 19

Seoul, South Korea

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Business Class

From LAX

Seoul, South Korea

81% AI deal score

$4,284

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Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Dec 08

Seoul, South Korea

81% AI deal score

$4,197

$3,854

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Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Mar 24

Seoul, South Korea

81% AI deal score

$19,947

$18,985

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Korean Air

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Mar 24

Seoul, South Korea

81% AI deal score

$19,947

$18,985

Save $962

Korean Air

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Nov 10

Seoul, South Korea

81% AI deal score

$19,962

$19,021

Save $941

Korean Air

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Nov 07

Seoul, South Korea

81% AI deal score

$19,986

$19,027

Save $959

Korean Air

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Nov 09

Seoul, South Korea

81% AI deal score

$20,182

$19,027

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seoul

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $1532. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, averaging $1811 for flights booked 0-6 days out, and also for bookings made more than 60 days in advance, which averaged $2110. These trends are based on observations over a 90-day period.

Based on historical data over a 90-day period, a good price for a flight from Los Angeles to Seoul is considered to be around $1214 or less. The median price for this route was $1530. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $2376 or less. Aiming for a price at or below the good price threshold can help travelers secure a more economical fare.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Seoul, with a median price of $904. Other relatively inexpensive months include August, with a median price of $1209, and September, with a median price of $1252. The annual median price for this route is $1530, indicating that certain months offer significant savings. These insights are based on data collected over a 270-day period.

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Los Angeles to Seoul: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Seoul

Regular price: $680 - $1,417

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul is typically between $680 and $1417. The current lowest deal is $636 with Air China for travel from Nov 10-Nov 13.

now $636

Low $680

High $1,417

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Seoul

February

Cheapest

Flights from $904

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,381

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Seoul

Air Premia

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Seoul

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Seoul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Seoul (ICN)

Korean Air

$998

$936

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Seoul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Seoul (ICN)

Cathay Pacific

$976

$874

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Seoul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Seoul (ICN)

Air Premia

$830

$772

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Seoul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Seoul (ICN)

Air Premia

$840

$787

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Seoul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Seoul (ICN)

Air Premia

$704

$736

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Seoul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Seoul (ICN)

Air Premia

$846

$736

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul

4 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 13

$934 → $645

31%

4 nights

Nov 16 - Nov 20

$892 → $657

26%

3 nights

Nov 16 - Nov 19

$889 → $657

26%

3 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 6

$986 → $811

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Seoul

Los Angeles - Seoul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Recent fares are below the typical level, with deals around $636 historically.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $904.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 13h 30m

Direct flights to Seoul from Los Angeles typically average 13h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Premia offers direct flights

Air Premia is one airline offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Los Angeles to Seoul are frequent, occurring often.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a major hub for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$646

Seoul main airports to arrive at

Incheon International (ICN)

Cheapest

Incheon International Airport is a good option for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul.

📍 ~48 km from Seoul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$646

Airports nearby Seoul used as alternative

Cheongju International (CJJ)

Cheongju International is a good alternative, serving as a primary low-cost carrier hub for regional international routes.

📍 ~110 km from Seoul (reachable by bus and rail)

💸 Flights from ~$940

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Seoul

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Los Angeles to Seoul.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Seoul

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From LAX

Elite

Jan 19

Seoul, South Korea

89% AI deal score

$2,541

$2,177

Save $364

Aeroméxico

Business Class

From LAX

Seoul, South Korea

81% AI deal score

$20,182

$19,027

Save $1,155

Korean Air

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seoul

Los Angeles to Seoul Flights — [2026]

Today’s best flight deals from Los Angeles to Seoul

Los Angeles to Seoul: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Seoul

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Seoul

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Seoul

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Seoul

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Seoul

Los Angeles - Seoul route insights

Recent fares below the typical level

February is historically cheapest

Direct flights average 13h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air Premia offers direct flights

Deals are frequent

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Seoul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Seoul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Seoul

Best Elite deals to Seoul

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Apr 05

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Feb 19

Nov 05

Dec 08

Dec 08

Mar 24

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Nov 10

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seoul

When should I buy Los Angeles to Seoul tickets?

How much should a flight from Los Angeles to Seoul cost?

What's the best month to fly from Los Angeles to Seoul?

Can I fly direct from Los Angeles to Seoul?

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Seoul?

How often do cheap flights from Los Angeles to Seoul come up?

Related routes

More routes from Los Angeles

Flights to Seoul from other cities

Los Angeles to Seoul: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Seoul

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Seoul

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Seoul

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Seoul

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Seoul

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Seoul

Los Angeles - Seoul route insights

Recent fares below the typical level

February is historically cheapest

Direct flights average 13h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air Premia offers direct flights

Deals are frequent

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Seoul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Seoul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Seoul

Best Elite deals to Seoul

Jan 19

Apr 05

Jan 18

Feb 19

Nov 05

Dec 08

Dec 08

Mar 24

Mar 24

Nov 10

Nov 07

Nov 09

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seoul

When should I buy Los Angeles to Seoul tickets?

How much should a flight from Los Angeles to Seoul cost?

What's the best month to fly from Los Angeles to Seoul?