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$397+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Seoul (SEL)

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CHI — SEL
Dec 7 — Dec 141
Sat 12/7
Sat 12/14
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Seoul are usually found in October or September, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 2, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$954
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$397
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 2, 2024.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Wed 12/411:55 amORD - ICN
1 stop39h 25mTurkish Airlines
Tue 2/2512:10 amICN - ORD
1 stop25h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,021
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/32:40 pmORD - ICN
1 stop31h 05mCathay Pacific
Wed 12/113:00 pmICN - ORD
1 stop37h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/1$1,088
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/32:40 pmORD - ICN
1 stop31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/116:55 pmICN - ORD
2 stops37h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,116
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/28:46 amORD - GMP
2 stops37h 19mAir China
Mon 12/92:25 pmGMP - ORD
2 stops29h 36mAir China
Deal found 12/1$1,257
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sun 12/13:40 pmORD - ICN
1 stop34h 05mAir Canada
Wed 12/46:20 pmICN - ORD
1 stop35h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 12/1$1,329
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/39:55 pmORD - ICN
1 stop42h 15mLOT
Sun 12/88:50 amICN - ORD
1 stop26h 10mLOT
Deal found 12/1$1,338
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sun 12/111:30 pmORD - GMP
1 stop27h 30mEVA Air
Wed 12/48:15 pmGMP - ORD
1 stop38h 20mEVA Air
Deal found 12/1$1,425
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/411:30 pmORD - ICN
1 stop28h 15mEVA Air
Tue 12/107:45 pmICN - ORD
1 stop38h 50mEVA Air
Deal found 12/1$1,431
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/212:01 pmORD - ICN
2 stops42h 49mChina Southern
Mon 12/910:50 amICN - ORD
3 stops34h 17mChina Southern
Deal found 12/1$1,462
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Mon 12/22:00 pmORD - GMP
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/912:05 pmGMP - ORD
1 stop34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,467
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/28:46 amORD - ICN
2 stops40h 49mAir China
Mon 12/95:50 pmICN - ORD
2 stops26h 11mAir China
Deal found 12/1$1,497
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/171:11 pmORD - ICN
2 stops32h 09mFinnair
Thu 2/2711:00 pmICN - ORD
2 stops35h 18mFinnair
Deal found 12/1$1,726

Find flights from Chicago to Seoul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.

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ChicagoIncheon

ORD - ICN

ORDICN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/7

2:40 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop32h 15m

Incheon Intl

Sun 3/23

7:35 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop32h 25m

$954

ChicagoIncheon

ORD - ICN

ORDICN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/15

11:55 am-6:20 pm

1 stop39h 25m

Incheon Intl

Wed 1/22

10:45 am-10:10 am

1 stop38h 25m

$957

ChicagoIncheon

ORD - ICN

ORDICN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/16

6:55 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop34h 35m

Incheon Intl

Thu 1/23

8:10 am-11:13 pm

2 stops30h 03m

$986

ChicagoIncheon

ORD - ICN

ORDICN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/24

12:30 am-6:45 pm

1 stop28h 15m

Incheon Intl

Tue 4/29

12:00 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$1,083

ChicagoIncheon

ORD - ICN

ORDICN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/13

1:10 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop42h 05m

Incheon Intl

Sun 1/26

12:20 am-8:25 am

1 stop47h 05m

$1,143

ChicagoIncheon

ORD - ICN

ORDICN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/23

9:55 pm-7:10 am

1 stop42h 15m

Incheon Intl

Thu 1/30

12:35 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop46h 25m

$1,189

ChicagoSeoul

ORD - GMP

ORDGMP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/2

11:30 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sat 3/8

1:50 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$1,197

ChicagoIncheon

ORD - ICN

ORDICN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/16

3:40 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop32h 35m

Incheon Intl

Thu 1/23

8:10 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop17h 03m

$1,206

ChicagoSeoul

ORD - GMP

ORDGMP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/15

6:30 pm-2:10 pm

3 stops28h 40m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 1/22

6:00 pm-11:13 pm

3 stops44h 13m

$1,483

ChicagoSeoul

ORD - GMP

ORDGMP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/15

4:25 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop39h 05m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 1/29

12:25 pm-7:20 am

1 stop33h 55m

$1,590

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Seoul in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightsMojoPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Seoul flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Seoul flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Seoul flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Seoul flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Seoul flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Seoul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Seoul from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Seoul

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Seoul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Seoul. Price data was last updated on November 22, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Seoul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 55 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Seoul (average of $1,086). Flying from Chicago to Seoul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,708). 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 CHI to SEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 2, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Seoul at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 33% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Seoul

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago 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 2, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to SEL are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 2, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, EVA Air and LOT from Chicago to Seoul to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,019 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

food needs to change, not tasty at all. I remember they used to be good.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,019 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,019 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

food needs to change, not tasty at all. I remember they used to be good.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,293 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,019 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

food needs to change, not tasty at all. I remember they used to be good.

ANA
8.4
Very good
830 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,019 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

food needs to change, not tasty at all. I remember they used to be good.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,450 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,019 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

food needs to change, not tasty at all. I remember they used to be good.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,019 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

food needs to change, not tasty at all. I remember they used to be good.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Seoul round-trip?

    Cathay Pacific, at $954, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to Seoul.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Turkish Airlines and EVA Air. Cathay Pacific is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $508. Cathay Pacific flights start at $586 while deals on EVA Air start at $648 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Incheon Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Seoul Gimpo Intl or Chicago Midway - Incheon Intl when deciding on the best route from Chicago to Seoul.

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

    Before booking your flight to Seoul from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Delta (75%), Korean Air (52%), Atlas Air( 17%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Seoul?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,384 for a flight from Chicago to Seoul. The cheapest flight overall is $505 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Incheon Intl) is currently priced at $762.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Seoul (average of $1,086). Flying from Chicago to Seoul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,708). 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 Chicago to Seoul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$845Average$1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Cathay PacificCheapest$885Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$895Average$1,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$896Average$1,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$906Average$1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
EVA AirCheapest$1,076Average$1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
LOTCheapest$1,216Average$1,489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
FinnairCheapest$1,334Average$1,553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,491Average$1,646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Korean AirCheapest$1,544Average$1,942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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