Can I fly direct from Seoul to New York?

Yes, direct flights from Seoul to New York are available. Historically, approximately 26.2% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights with connections, travelers typically experience one stopover. This indicates that while direct options exist, a significant portion of flights will involve at least one stop.

How many hours is the flight from Seoul to New York?

The median flight time for a direct flight from Seoul to New York is approximately 14 hours and 30 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration increases significantly to about 23 hours and 5 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is 10,989 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in flight duration when planning their journey.

How often do cheap flights from Seoul to New York come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Seoul to New York come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent deals across the trailing quarter. Travelers can typically find opportunities for good value on this popular route. This consistent availability makes it easier to find competitive prices when planning a trip.

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Seoul to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Seoul to New York

Most itineraries for flights from Seoul to New York connect at least once, with only 26.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is one. This means that while direct options exist, you will frequently encounter itineraries that include a layover.

When searching for cheap flights from Seoul to New York, fares typically range from $891–$1392, with a median price of $1037. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals can require some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, so consistent monitoring can be beneficial.

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to New York is typically in February, with a median fare of $650. Other cost-effective months include October, where the median fare is $801, and March, with a median fare of $917. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.

A typical journey from Seoul to New York takes approximately 25h 59m, including connections. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this long-haul route. Given the significant distance, a typical journey time of nearly 26 hours is common for flights between these two cities.

The distance between Seoul and New York is approximately 10,989 kilometers. This classifies the route as a long-haul journey, which typically involves extended flight times and often includes at least one stopover.

How much is a round trip from Seoul to New York

Regular price: $730 - $1,339

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

The regular price range for flights from Seoul to New York is between $730 and $1339. The current lowest deal is $580 with United Airlines, for travel from Sep 14-Sep 27.

now $580

Low $730

High $1,339

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to New York

Flights from Seoul to New York are cheapest in February, with a median price of $650. The most expensive month to fly is November, with a median price of $1658. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $650

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,658

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Direct flights from Seoul to New York

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Seoul to New York

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - New York

Seoul (ICN) - New York (EWR)

Air Premia

$908

$633

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - New York

Seoul (ICN) - New York (EWR)

Asiana Airlines

$858

$638

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - New York

Seoul (ICN) - New York (EWR)

All Nippon Airways

$823

$638

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - New York

Seoul (ICN) - New York (EWR)

Asiana Airlines

$610

$635

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - New York

Seoul (ICN) - New York (EWR)

Air Premia

$610

$633

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - New York

Seoul (ICN) - New York (EWR)

Air Premia

$619

$641

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Seoul to New York

2 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 25

$1,183 → $700

41%

5 nights

Dec 26 - Dec 31

$1,120 → $638

43%

2 nights

Dec 28 - Dec 30

$1,183 → $722

39%

1 night

Jan 26 - Jan 27

$1,045 → $586

44%

Popular Airports to fly from Seoul to New York

Seoul - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Seoul to New York are near the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $650.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 25h 59m

Flights from Seoul to New York typically take 25h 59m, covering a long-haul distance.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Connecting flights make up 73.8% of options, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one of the airlines providing direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Seoul to New York are frequent, appearing often.

Seoul main airports to depart from

Incheon International (ICN)

Cheapest

Incheon International Airport offers flights from Seoul to New York, often with competitive pricing.

📍 ~55 km from Seoul city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$805

Gimpo International (GMP)

Gimpo International Airport provides an alternative departure option for flights from Seoul to New York.

📍 ~18 km from Seoul city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$1051

New York main airports to arrive at

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Cheapest

Newark Liberty International offers a convenient arrival point for flights from Seoul to New York.

📍 ~15 km from New York city center (reachable by car, bus, train).

💸 Flights from ~$805

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County Airport is convenient for travelers located in the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, or Westchester.

📍 ~35 km from New York (reachable by car or rideshare)

💸 Flights from ~$1264

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

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$5,253

$3,420

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Historically, the cheapest flights from Seoul to New York are found when booking 7-13 days in advance, with an average price of $1170. Prices tend to increase for bookings made further out, reaching an average of $1610 for flights booked 28-59 days prior to departure. Even last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of travel, typically average around $1174. This suggests that waiting until closer to the departure date, but not too close, can yield better prices.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Seoul to New York is considered to be $891 or less. The median price for this route has been $1037. Prices can go up to $1392 or more, representing the higher end of the typical price range. Travelers aiming for a good deal should target prices at or below the $891 threshold.

Historically, February offers the cheapest flights from Seoul to New York, with a median price of $650. October also presents a good value, with a median price of $801. March, while appearing as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days with a median of $917, still offers prices below the annual median of $1037. Travelers looking for lower fares should consider these months.

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Seoul to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Seoul to New York

How much is a round trip from Seoul to New York

Regular price: $730 - $1,339

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

The regular price range for flights from Seoul to New York is between $730 and $1339. The current lowest deal is $580 with United Airlines, for travel from Sep 14-Sep 27.

now $580

Low $730

High $1,339

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to New York

February

Cheapest

Flights from $650

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,658

Jan

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Mar

Apr

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Jun

Jul

Aug

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Dec