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$358+ Cheap flights from California to Seoul (SEL)

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LAX — SEL
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Seoul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Seoul (SEL). 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 December 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$642
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$358
(FlightHub)
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Cheapest flights from California to Seoul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/2710:30 amSFO - ICN
Nonstop12h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/299:00 amICN - SFO
2 stops39h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$688
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/315:05 pmLAX - ICN
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/248:45 amICN - LAX
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$806
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2510:30 amSFO - ICN
Nonstop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/292:10 pmICN - SFO
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$833
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Wed 12/256:00 amSFO - ICN
1 stop17h 15mDelta
Sun 12/298:05 pmICN - SFO
1 stop20h 33mDelta
Deal found 12/18$875
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/299:50 amLAX - ICN
Nonstop13h 20mAIR PREMIA
Mon 1/201:20 pmICN - LAX
Nonstop11h 00mAIR PREMIA
Deal found 12/17$998
This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/302:30 pmSFO - ICN
Nonstop13h 00mAIR PREMIA
Sun 1/196:55 pmICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 05mAIR PREMIA
Deal found 12/17$1,113
This WhyPayMore deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/301:05 pmSFO - ICN
1 stop34h 10mKorean Air
Sun 1/198:05 pmICN - SFO
1 stop15h 02mKorean Air
Deal found 12/17$1,188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/276:15 amLAS - ICN
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/252:50 pmICN - LAS
2 stops22h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,208
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3112:05 amLAX - GMP
1 stop25h 30mANA
Wed 1/227:45 amGMP - LAX
1 stop27h 05mANA
Deal found 12/17$1,232
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3011:35 pmSFO - ICN
2 stops45h 15mChina Southern
Sun 1/194:15 pmICN - SFO
2 stops44h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 12/18$1,236
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:40 pmLAX - ICN
Nonstop13h 30mKorean Air
Tue 1/214:10 pmICN - LAX
1 stop15h 23mKorean Air
Deal found 12/17$1,242
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/307:20 pmLAX - ICN
1 stop17h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/1512:45 pmICN - LAX
1 stop22h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,244

Find flights from California to Seoul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Seoul 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 December 18, 2024.

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Los AngelesIncheon

LAX - ICN

LAXICN

Los Angeles

Mon 1/20

9:35 am-1:20 pm

2 stops34h 45m

Incheon Intl

Thu 1/30

1:05 pm-7:35 am

1 stop35h 30m

$642

Los AngelesIncheon

LAX - ICN

LAXICN

Los Angeles

Wed 4/9

12:30 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop33h 00m

Incheon Intl

Tue 4/15

12:55 pm-10:05 am

1 stop37h 10m

$644

Los AngelesIncheon

LAX - ICN

LAXICN

Los Angeles

Mon 3/10

11:00 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop30h 45m

Incheon Intl

Fri 3/21

10:40 am-8:00 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$649

Los AngelesIncheon

LAX - ICN

LAXICN

Los Angeles

Sat 1/25

9:35 am-11:35 am

1 stop33h 00m

Incheon Intl

Thu 1/30

1:05 pm-7:35 am

1 stop35h 30m

$659

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Mon 3/17

10:30 am-3:15 pm

Nonstop12h 45m

Incheon Intl

Tue 4/1

4:50 pm-11:30 am

Nonstop10h 40m

$660

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Sun 1/19

2:30 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop13h 00m

Incheon Intl

Sun 1/26

6:55 pm-12:00 pm

Nonstop10h 05m

$667

Los AngelesSeoul

LAX - GMP

LAXGMP

Los Angeles

Sun 3/9

12:30 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop39h 20m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Thu 3/13

8:50 pm-10:05 am

1 stop29h 15m

$668

San FranciscoSeoul

SFO - GMP

SFOGMP

San Francisco

Wed 3/5

12:05 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Fri 3/14

2:25 pm-10:50 am

1 stop36h 25m

$683

Los AngelesSeoul

LAX - GMP

LAXGMP

Los Angeles

Mon 3/10

11:00 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Fri 3/14

2:25 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$683

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Mon 1/27

12:10 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop12h 45m

Incheon Intl

Tue 2/4

8:50 pm-2:00 pm

Nonstop10h 10m

$687

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Best time to book a flight from California to Seoul

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Travel insights for flights from California to Seoul

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Seoul (average of $1,086). Flying from California to Seoul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,729). 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 SEL?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Seoul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

When flying from California to Seoul, 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 California to Seoul

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Seoul. 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 December 18, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Seoul by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Seoul ranges from 1.1 - 10.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 10.0 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Seoul when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Seoul by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Seoul, 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 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Seoul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Seoul. 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 Seoul. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with China Eastern, Air China and ZIPAIR from California to Seoul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,269 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,269 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,269 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,269 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,269 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,269 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
477 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,269 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Seoul. 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 California to Seoul flight route?

    This flight path from California to Seoul was viewed by 1,058 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    $358 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 Asiana Airlines, with prices starting from $361 and $364, respectively.

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

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

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

    Consider LATAM Airlines (79%), Delta (79%) or Aeromexico (79%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from California to Seoul.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Seoul?

    While on average a flight from California to Seoul is generally $1,802, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $389. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Incheon Intl), you can expect to pay $644 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Seoul 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 California to Seoul?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Seoul (average of $1,086). Flying from California to Seoul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,729). 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 Seoul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Seoul. 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Jin AirCheapest$175Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$300Average$1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$453Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
ZIPAIRCheapest$502Average$948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
XiamenAirCheapest$561Average$742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Air CanadaCheapest$592Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China EasternCheapest$676Average$759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$708Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air ChinaCheapest$730Average$844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$750Average$1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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