What percentage of Seoul to Madrid flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 2.9% of flights from Seoul to Madrid have historically been direct. The vast majority of travelers on this route typically experience connecting flights. For those connecting, the median number of stopovers is usually one. This indicates that direct options are relatively uncommon for this particular route.

How many hours is the flight from Seoul to Madrid?

The direct flight from Seoul to Madrid typically takes approximately 15 hours and 5 minutes. This route covers a distance of 9963 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging about 21 hours and 15 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Seoul to Madrid?

Historically, flying with a layover from Seoul to Madrid has been more economical. Connecting flights have a median price of $772, whereas direct flights are typically more expensive, with a median price of $1001. This represents a premium of approximately 30% for direct flights. Direct flights also constitute a smaller share of the available options, historically around 3.1%.

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Seoul to Madrid: Overview

Insights for flights from Seoul to Madrid

Most itineraries for flights from Seoul to Madrid connect at least once, with only 2.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means that while direct options are rare, you can generally expect a single connection on your journey.

When considering cheap flights from Seoul to Madrid, right now, fares are below the typical level, with 44% of recent fares classified as a good price. Prices for this route typically range from $550–$1292, with a median of $792. New deals appear almost daily, indicating a dynamic market for this route.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Madrid, the data indicates that December is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $490. Following closely, March offers a median fare of $536, and January presents a median fare of $544. These months offer the best opportunities for lower prices on this route.

A typical journey from Seoul to Madrid takes about 29h 30m, including connections. This long travel time reflects the significant distance between the two cities and the prevalence of connecting itineraries. Given that most flights involve at least one stopover, this duration is a standard expectation for the route.

How much is a round trip from Seoul to Madrid

Regular price: $673 - $1,034

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

The regular price range for flights from Seoul to Madrid is between $673 and $1034. The current lowest deal is $466 with Air China, for travel from Oct 13-Oct 23.

now $466

Low $673

High $1,034

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Madrid

The cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Madrid is December, with a median price of $490. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $1597. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $490

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,597

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Direct flights from Seoul to Madrid

Korean Air

Last-minute flights going from Seoul to Madrid

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Madrid

Seoul (ICN) - Madrid (MAD)

China Eastern Airlines

$964

$507

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Madrid

Seoul (ICN) - Madrid (MAD)

KLM

$1,131

$612

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Madrid

Seoul (ICN) - Madrid (MAD)

Air China

$786

$494

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Madrid

Seoul (ICN) - Madrid (MAD)

Air China

$774

$498

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Madrid

Seoul (ICN) - Madrid (MAD)

Air China

$737

$518

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Madrid

Seoul (ICN) - Madrid (MAD)

Air China

$736

$498

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Seoul to Madrid

4 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 9

$1,131 → $612

46%

12 nights

Dec 18 - Dec 30

$970 → $508

48%

14 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 18

$964 → $507

47%

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$944 → $496

47%

Popular Airports to fly from Seoul to Madrid

Seoul - Madrid route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Seoul to Madrid are below the typical level, with a median price of $792.

📅 Best time to fly

Cheapest month is December

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $490.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 29h 30m

The median flight time for this long-haul route is 29 hours 30 minutes, including stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Korean Air offers direct flights

Korean Air is one of the airlines that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Seoul to Madrid are frequent, appearing often over the last 30 days.

Seoul main airports to depart from

Incheon International (ICN)

Cheapest

Incheon International Airport offers flights to Madrid, providing a convenient option for your journey.

📍 ~50 km from Seoul city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$474

Gimpo International (GMP)

Gimpo International Airport serves flights to Madrid, making it a viable choice for your departure.

📍 ~20 km from Seoul city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$510

Madrid main airports to arrive at

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is the primary international gateway for flights to Madrid from Seoul.

📍 ~13 km from Madrid city center (reachable by metro, train, bus, taxi, car rental).

💸 Flights from ~$474

Airports nearby Madrid used as alternative

Valencia (VLC)

Valencia Airport can be a useful alternative due to excellent high-speed rail connections from Madrid.

📍 ~360 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$563

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Madrid

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Seoul to Madrid is typically 28-59 days prior to departure. Flights booked within this period have an average price of around $668. Booking very close to departure, such as 0-6 days out, generally results in higher average prices, often around $731. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also tends to be more expensive, with an average price of approximately $993.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Seoul to Madrid is considered to be $550 or less. The median price for this route has been observed at $792. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares historically being $1292 or less. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target prices at or below the $550 threshold.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Madrid, with a median price of $490. March also offers competitive prices, with a median of $536. The annual median price for this route is $792, indicating that these months offer significant savings. While January also shows a median of $544, it has also been identified as the most expensive month in some historical observations.

Seoul to Madrid: Overview

Insights for flights from Seoul to Madrid

How much is a round trip from Seoul to Madrid

Regular price: $673 - $1,034

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

The regular price range for flights from Seoul to Madrid is between $673 and $1034. The current lowest deal is $466 with Air China, for travel from Oct 13-Oct 23.

now $466

Low $673

High $1,034

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Madrid

December

Cheapest

Flights from $490

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,597

Jan

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Mar

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