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$355+ Cheap flights from California to South Korea

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LAX — ICN
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to South Korea

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$660
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$355
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$959

Good round-trip deal

$663 or less

Good one-way deal

$436 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to South Korea
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to South Korea. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 6/511:55 pmSFO - ICN
Nonstop12h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/1511:30 amICN - SFO
Nonstop11h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$660
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/173:30 pmSFO - ICN
Nonstop13h 00mAIR PREMIA
Sat 5/246:20 pmICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 40mAIR PREMIA
Deal found 3/28$662
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/29:20 amSFO - ICN
1 stop17h 40mAlaska Airlines
Fri 10/109:25 pmICN - SFO
1 stop24h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/28$675
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3110:25 amLAX - ICN
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/412:45 pmICN - LAX
Nonstop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$678
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/210:30 amSFO - ICN
Nonstop12h 30mAsiana Airlines
Mon 4/74:50 pmICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 40mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 3/28$681
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 3/314:45 pmSFO - ICN
1 stop36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/146:20 pmICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$686
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 4/2512:30 pmLAX - ICN
2 stops30h 45mChina Eastern
Thu 5/298:55 amICN - LAX
1 stop17h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/27$695
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Thu 9/46:00 amLAX - ICN
1 stop18h 05mAir Canada
Mon 9/155:45 pmICN - LAX
1 stop14h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 3/28$709
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/281:25 pmLAX - ICN
1 stop31h 15mCathay Pacific
Mon 11/1710:05 amICN - LAX
1 stop20h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/27$731
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 4/2810:25 amLAX - ICN
1 stop33h 00mZIPAIR
Thu 5/1512:55 pmICN - LAX
1 stop35h 30mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/27$753
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/910:50 amLAX - ICN
Nonstop12h 55mAIR PREMIA
Sat 4/1212:45 pmICN - LAX
Nonstop11h 35mAIR PREMIA
Deal found 3/28$756
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 8/147:00 amSJC - ICN
2 stops29h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/254:50 pmICN - SJC
2 stops36h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$768

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to South Korea 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to South Korea that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

South Korea

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Thu 6/5

11:55 pm-4:20 am

Nonstop12h 25m

Incheon Intl

Sun 6/15

11:30 am-6:30 am

Nonstop11h 00m

$660

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Sat 5/17

3:30 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop13h 00m

Incheon Intl

Sat 5/24

6:20 pm-1:00 pm

Nonstop10h 40m

$662

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

11:30 am-6:50 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Incheon Intl

Sat 9/20

8:50 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$675

Los AngelesIncheon

LAX - ICN

LAXICN

Los Angeles

Fri 4/25

12:30 pm-11:15 am

2 stops30h 45m

Incheon Intl

Thu 5/29

8:55 am-10:05 am

1 stop17h 10m

$695

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Wed 4/16

3:30 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop13h 00m

Incheon Intl

Thu 5/8

5:45 pm-5:43 pm

2 stops39h 58m

$695

Los AngelesIncheon

LAX - ICN

LAXICN

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

6:00 am-4:05 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Incheon Intl

Mon 9/15

5:45 pm-4:08 pm

1 stop14h 23m

$709

Los AngelesIncheon

LAX - ICN

LAXICN

Los Angeles

Mon 4/14

12:30 pm-11:55 am

1 stop31h 25m

Incheon Intl

Thu 4/17

12:45 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop11h 35m

$727

Los AngelesIncheon

LAX - ICN

LAXICN

Los Angeles

Thu 8/28

1:25 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Incheon Intl

Mon 11/17

10:05 am-1:20 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$731

Los AngelesIncheon

LAX - ICN

LAXICN

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

10:25 am-11:25 am

1 stop33h 00m

Incheon Intl

Thu 5/15

12:55 pm-8:25 am

1 stop35h 30m

$753

Los AngelesIncheon

LAX - ICN

LAXICN

Los Angeles

Wed 4/9

10:50 am-3:45 pm

Nonstop12h 55m

Incheon Intl

Sat 4/12

12:45 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop11h 35m

$756

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Best time to book a flight from California to South Korea

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to South Korea

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Korea (average of $1,002). Flying from California to South Korea in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,661). 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 CA to KR?

Find hourly flight availability from California to South Korea. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to South Korea as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to South Korea

Explore weekly flight availability from California to South Korea. 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 March 28, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to KR0 are scheduled on a Thursday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in South Korea by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Korea ranges from 0.8 - 10.2 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 10.2 in. January is typically the driest time to visit South Korea when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in South Korea by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Korea, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 28.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Korea

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Korea. 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 South Korea. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to South Korea, such as EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,169 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,169 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,169 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,169 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,169 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
ANA
8.3
Very good
829 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,169 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
722 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,169 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

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  • How popular is this California to South Korea flight route?

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

    $355 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from AIR PREMIA. You may also be able to find cheap deals on ZIPAIR and WestJet, with prices starting from $389 and $410, respectively.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Korea (average of $1,002). Flying from California to South Korea in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,661). 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 California to South Korea

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to South Korea. 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Jin AirCheapest$180Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$300Average$1,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
XiamenAirCheapest$399Average$685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$403Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
ZIPAIRCheapest$409Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
WestJetCheapest$522Average$977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
American AirlinesCheapest$550Average$1,042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$574Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air ChinaCheapest$633Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China EasternCheapest$640Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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