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Today’s best flight deals from Seoul to San Francisco

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September 9 - September 25

Cheapest

ICN - San Francisco

$694

$548

Round trip

September 7 - September 27

Cheapest

ICN - San Francisco

$679

$548

Round trip

August 30 - August 31

Best

ICN - San Francisco

$1,030

$550

Round trip

August 28 - August 29

Best
Earliest

ICN - San Francisco

$1,030

$550

Round trip

September 4 - September 12

ICN - San Francisco

$684

$550

Round trip

September 7 - September 13

ICN - San Francisco

$724

$550

Round trip

September 6 - September 21

ICN - San Francisco

$675

$550

Round trip

September 14 - September 23

ICN - San Francisco

$706

$550

Round trip

September 4 - September 7

ICN - San Francisco

$751

$550

Round trip

September 13 - September 14

ICN - San Francisco

$768

$550

Round trip

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Seoul to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Seoul to San Francisco

For cheap flights from Seoul to San Francisco, fares typically range from $566 to $1009, with a median price of $764. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, indicating a less opportune time for booking. Only 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a deal requires careful timing.
When considering how long is the flight from Seoul to San Francisco, a typical journey including connections takes about 16h 0m. This duration reflects that most itineraries connect at least once, rather than being direct. For connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is 1.
The route from Seoul to San Francisco covers a distance of 9084 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This substantial distance means that travel typically involves extended periods in the air.
To find the cheapest time to fly from Seoul to San Francisco, you should target June, which has a median fare of $600. May also offers competitive prices, with a median of $610, followed closely by February at $620. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you secure a better fare.

How much is a round trip from Seoul to San Francisco

Regular price: $528 - $956

Prices for flights from Seoul to San Francisco are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Seoul to San Francisco is between $528 and $956. The current lowest deal is $551 with United Airlines, for travel from Oct 2-Oct 19.

now $551

Low $528

High $956

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to San Francisco

The cheapest month to fly from Seoul to San Francisco is June, with a median price of $600. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $799. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $600

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $799

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Direct flights from Seoul to San Francisco

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Last-minute flights going from Seoul to San Francisco

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - San Francisco

United Airlines

Seoul (ICN) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$1,084

$553

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - San Francisco

United Airlines

Seoul (ICN) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$1,033

$553

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - San Francisco

United Airlines

Seoul (ICN) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$990

$553

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - San Francisco

United Airlines

Seoul (ICN) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$1,030

$553

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - San Francisco

United Airlines

Seoul (ICN) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$1,005

$553

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - San Francisco

United Airlines

Seoul (ICN) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$912

$550

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Seoul to San Francisco

4 nights

Jul 6 - Jul 10

$1,094  →  $791

28%

1 night

Aug 28 - Aug 29

$1,035  →  $751

27%

2 nights

Aug 28 - Aug 30

$1,033  →  $751

27%

2 nights

Aug 29 - Aug 31

$1,037  →  $758

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Seoul to San Francisco

Seoul - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Seoul to San Francisco are above the typical level at $551.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for the best prices

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $600.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically a 16h 0m flight

Flights from Seoul to San Francisco typically take 16h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 32.2% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Seoul to San Francisco are frequent, appearing often.

Seoul main airports to depart from

Incheon International (ICN)

Cheapest

Fly from Incheon International for a Seoul to San Francisco trip, offering a great value.

📍 ~50 km from Seoul (reachable by car, bus, or train)

💸 Flights from ~$817

Gimpo International (GMP)

Consider Gimpo International for your flight from Seoul to San Francisco.

📍 ~15 km from Seoul (reachable by car, bus, or train)

💸 Flights from ~$1097

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a good option for travelers flying from Seoul to San Francisco.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, train)

💸 Flights from ~$817

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Oakland International is a useful alternative with high flight frequency and direct public transit access to San Francisco.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1073

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International is a major international airport serving the South Bay, often with fewer weather delays than SFO.

📍 ~69 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1000

Sacramento International (SMF)

Sacramento International offers a robust domestic route network, suitable for travelers in the northern and eastern metro areas.

📍 ~125 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1056

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County (STS)

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County is convenient for travelers in the North Bay and Wine Country, with faster security.

📍 ~90 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1142

Monterey Regional (MRY)

Monterey Regional is an alternative for travelers in the southern coastal region, offering a less crowded terminal.

📍 ~140 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1127

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$8,989

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$9,035

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$4,376

$3,891

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Seoul to San Francisco are found when booking 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price is around $640. Booking 0-6 days out typically sees prices rise to about $877. For those planning further ahead, prices for flights booked 60 or more days in advance average around $682, indicating that waiting until closer to the departure date can often yield better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Seoul to San Francisco is considered to be $566 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $764. Prices can go up to $1009 or more for the higher end of the market. Travelers aiming for the best value should target fares at or below the $566 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Seoul to San Francisco are June, May, and February. In June, the median price is around $600, while May sees a median price of $610. February also offers competitive pricing with a median of $620. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price of $764 for this route.