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$295+ Cheap flights from South Korea to San Francisco (SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ICN — SFO
Mar 31 — Apr 71
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Cheap flight deals from South Korea to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Korea to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated March 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$473
(WhyPayMore)

One-way from

$295
(Agoda.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$591

Good round-trip deal

$562 or less

Good one-way deal

$423 or less
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From South Korea to San Francisco
One-way flight from South Korea to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 29% potential increase in price ($349 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($61 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Korea to San Francisco.
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Cheapest flights from South Korea to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Korea to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This WhyPayMore deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 WhyPayMore is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/155:45 pmICN - SFO
1 stop13h 43mAir Canada
Mon 9/224:35 pmSFO - ICN
1 stop31h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 3/25$473
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/146:20 pmICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 40mAIR PREMIA
Wed 4/233:30 pmSFO - ICN
Nonstop13h 00mAIR PREMIA
Deal found 3/26$484
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Thu 4/108:55 pmICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 35mAsiana Airlines
Wed 4/1611:30 pmSFO - ICN
Nonstop13h 00mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 3/24$485
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Wed 4/24:50 pmICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/2610:30 amSFO - ICN
Nonstop12h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$510
This WhyPayMore deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 WhyPayMore is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/94:00 pmICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 40mKorean Air
Mon 4/2112:40 pmSFO - ICN
Nonstop12h 40mKorean Air
Deal found 3/25$581
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Fri 5/910:40 amPUS - SFO
2 stops23h 02mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/167:10 amSFO - PUS
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$593
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Mon 9/155:45 pmICN - SFO
2 stops31h 37mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/2210:50 pmSFO - ICN
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$612
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/284:00 pmICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 30mDelta
Sun 4/209:10 amSFO - ICN
1 stop15h 20mDelta
Deal found 3/25$652
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 3/267:40 amTAE - SFO
1 stop18h 50mKorean Air
Wed 4/912:40 pmSFO - TAE
1 stop15h 55mKorean Air
Deal found 3/23$727
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Thu 5/89:00 pmPUS - SFO
1 stop39h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Thu 5/1511:55 pmSFO - PUS
1 stop27h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 3/25$766
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 9/2612:40 pmGMP - SFO
1 stop19h 50mANA
Sun 9/281:20 amSFO - GMP
1 stop17h 45mANA
Deal found 3/25$772
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 3/2610:25 amPUS - SFO
1 stop16h 05mKorean Air
Sat 3/2912:40 pmSFO - PUS
1 stop27h 05mKorean Air
Deal found 3/24$791

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Korea to San Francisco 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 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Korea to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

South Korea

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IncheonSan Francisco

ICN - SFO

ICNSFO

Incheon Intl

Mon 9/15

5:45 pm-3:28 pm

1 stop13h 43m

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

4:35 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$473

IncheonSan Francisco

ICN - SFO

ICNSFO

Incheon Intl

Mon 4/14

6:20 pm-1:00 pm

Nonstop10h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 4/23

3:30 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop13h 00m

$484

IncheonSan Francisco

ICN - SFO

ICNSFO

Incheon Intl

Thu 4/10

8:55 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop10h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 4/16

11:30 pm-4:30 am

Nonstop13h 00m

$485

IncheonSan Francisco

ICN - SFO

ICNSFO

Incheon Intl

Wed 5/21

11:30 am-6:10 am

Nonstop10h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

11:55 pm-4:20 am

Nonstop12h 25m

$510

IncheonSan Francisco

ICN - SFO

ICNSFO

Incheon Intl

Wed 4/9

4:00 pm-10:40 am

Nonstop10h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

12:40 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop12h 40m

$581

BusanSan Francisco

PUS - SFO

PUSSFO

Busan Gimhae

Fri 5/9

10:40 am-5:42 pm

2 stops23h 02m

San Francisco

Fri 5/16

7:10 am-7:35 pm

2 stops20h 25m

$593

IncheonSan Francisco

ICN - SFO

ICNSFO

Incheon Intl

Mon 9/15

5:45 pm-9:22 am

2 stops31h 37m

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

10:50 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$612

BusanSan Francisco

PUS - SFO

PUSSFO

Busan Gimhae

Thu 5/8

9:00 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop39h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 5/15

11:55 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$766

SeoulSan Francisco

GMP - SFO

GMPSFO

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Fri 6/20

12:40 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop19h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 7/16

1:45 am-11:05 am

1 stop17h 20m

$776

BusanSan Francisco

PUS - SFO

PUSSFO

Busan Gimhae

Sat 5/10

8:45 am-12:04 am

2 stops31h 19m

San Francisco

Sat 5/17

4:40 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops34h 55m

$853

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Best time to book a flight from South Korea to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Korea to San Francisco

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Korea to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from South Korea to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 KR to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from South Korea to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

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

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated March 26, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from South Korea to San Francisco to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.
8.3
Very good

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from South Korea?

    If you book a flight to San Francisco from South Korea, you will be flying to San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco.

  • How popular is this South Korea to San Francisco flight route?

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from South Korea to San Francisco are AIR PREMIA ($295), Air Canada ($328), and ZIPAIR ($359).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Korea to San Francisco?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Korea to San Francisco?

    Consider Asiana Airlines (61%), United Airlines (61%) or Thai Airways (52%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from South Korea to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Korea to San Francisco?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from South Korea to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,601, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $371. The most popular route (Incheon Intl - San Francisco), is priced around $460.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Korea to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Korea to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Korea to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Korea to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Korea to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Korea to San Francisco 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 South Korea to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Korea to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from South Korea to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Korea to San Francisco. 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 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$463Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$493Average$659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AIR PREMIACheapest$503Average$832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$514Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$529Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$541Average$971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Korean AirCheapest$681Average$855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$743Average$862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$853Average$865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
China AirlinesCheapest$1,061Average$1,182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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