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$314+ Cheap flights from Seoul (SEL) to California

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SEL — LAX
Jan 21 — Jan 281
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Tue 1/28
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seoul (SEL) to California (USCA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$526
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$314
(Kiwi.com)
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Cheapest flights from Seoul to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seoul to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/305:45 pmICN - SFO
2 stops34h 55mAir Canada
Sat 5/101:30 pmSFO - ICN
2 stops34h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 1/16$526
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/312:45 pmICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/1210:30 amSFO - ICN
Nonstop12h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$535
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/246:55 pmICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 05mAIR PREMIA
Wed 3/263:30 pmSFO - ICN
Nonstop13h 00mAIR PREMIA
Deal found 1/16$539
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/25:45 pmICN - SFO
2 stops39h 58mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/88:20 amSFO - ICN
2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$547
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/3112:45 pmICN - SJC
2 stops41h 46mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/203:54 pmSJC - ICN
2 stops31h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$567
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Mon 2/106:55 pmICN - ONT
1 stop21h 29mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/148:26 amONT - ICN
1 stop19h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$582
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/284:55 pmICN - LAX
1 stop35h 15mAir Canada
Mon 3/312:10 pmLAX - ICN
1 stop34h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 1/15$604
This AIR PREMIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure AIR PREMIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/31:20 pmICN - LAX
Nonstop11h 00mAIR PREMIA
Fri 2/289:50 amLAX - ICN
Nonstop13h 20mAIR PREMIA
Deal found 1/14$628
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/76:55 pmICN - LAX
1 stop18h 37mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/1210:14 amLAX - ICN
1 stop17h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$630
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Mon 2/108:40 pmICN - LAX
Nonstop11h 10mAsiana Airlines
Mon 2/1711:00 amLAX - ICN
Nonstop13h 30mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 1/15$640
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Tue 2/48:50 pmICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 10mAsiana Airlines
Sat 2/811:30 pmSFO - ICN
Nonstop13h 00mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 1/15$640
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/412:45 pmICN - LAX
1 stop14h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/41:01 pmLAX - ICN
2 stops34h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$645

Find flights from Seoul to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Seoul to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

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IncheonSan Francisco

ICN - SFO

ICNSFO

Incheon Intl

Wed 4/30

5:45 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops34h 55m

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

1:30 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops34h 35m

$526

IncheonSan Francisco

ICN - SFO

ICNSFO

Incheon Intl

Mon 2/3

12:45 pm-6:20 am

Nonstop10h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

10:30 am-4:15 pm

Nonstop12h 45m

$535

IncheonSan Francisco

ICN - SFO

ICNSFO

Incheon Intl

Mon 3/24

6:55 pm-1:00 pm

Nonstop10h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 3/26

3:30 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop13h 00m

$539

IncheonSan Francisco

ICN - SFO

ICNSFO

Incheon Intl

Wed 4/2

5:45 pm-5:43 pm

2 stops39h 58m

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

8:20 am-9:10 pm

2 stops20h 50m

$547

IncheonSan Jose

ICN - SJC

ICNSJC

Incheon Intl

Wed 1/29

12:45 pm-1:31 pm

2 stops41h 46m

San Jose

Wed 2/5

12:55 pm-5:40 am

2 stops23h 45m

$567

IncheonOntario

ICN - ONT

ICNONT

Incheon Intl

Mon 2/10

6:55 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop21h 29m

Ontario

Fri 2/14

8:26 am-8:30 pm

1 stop19h 04m

$578

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Tue 4/15

5:45 pm-11:10 am

1 stop33h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/21

2:25 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop33h 40m

$605

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Mon 4/14

12:50 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop11h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

10:50 am-3:45 pm

Nonstop12h 55m

$629

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Fri 2/7

6:55 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop18h 37m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/12

10:14 am-8:30 pm

1 stop17h 16m

$630

IncheonLos Angeles

ICN - LAX

ICNLAX

Incheon Intl

Mon 2/10

8:40 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/17

11:00 pm-5:20 am

Nonstop13h 20m

$640

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Best time to book a flight from Seoul to California

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Travel insights for flights from Seoul to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Seoul to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seoul to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to California (average of $246). Flying from Seoul to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SEL to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Seoul to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

When flying from Seoul to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Seoul to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Seoul to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

The most flights from SEL to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Seoul to California, such as Delta, Asiana Airlines and American Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,248 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,448 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

AIR PREMIA
8.2
Very good
53 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seoul to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Seoul to California flight route?

    Within the past month, 65 users have taken a look at flights from Seoul to California.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Seoul to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $331 on ZIPAIR. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include AIR PREMIA from $333 and XiamenAir from $364 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Seoul to California?

    Most travelers choose Incheon Intl - Los Angeles, Incheon Intl - San Francisco or Seoul Gimpo Intl - Los Angeles when deciding on the best route from Seoul to California.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Seoul to California?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Seoul to California are AIR PREMIA (82%), Korean Air (62%) and Thai Airways (61%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Seoul to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,399 for a flight from Seoul to California. The cheapest flight overall is $362 while the most popular route, (Incheon Intl - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $539.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Seoul to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Seoul to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Seoul to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Seoul to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Seoul to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seoul to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seoul to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to California (average of $246). Flying from Seoul to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Seoul to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Seoul to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$346Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$464Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$484Average$1,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$524Average$815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AIR PREMIACheapest$560Average$865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$641Average$1,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$665Average$971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Korean AirCheapest$718Average$1,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$780Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
ANACheapest$853Average$892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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