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$456+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Seoul (SEL)

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 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SEL
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$980
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$456
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,364

Good round-trip deal

$1,418 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,132 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Seoul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/29:00 pmDTW - ICN
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Thu 10/1611:20 pmICN - DTW
1 stop32h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27$911
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.
Sun 5/119:47 pmDTW - ICN
2 stops48h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/248:45 pmICN - DTW
1 stop31h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$980
This SmartFares 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/24:20 pmDTW - ICN
1 stop37h 25mWestJet
Tue 9/168:45 pmICN - DTW
1 stop31h 12mWestJet
Deal found 3/25$1,040
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/238:25 pmDTW - ICN
2 stops30h 40mAir Canada
Wed 5/75:45 pmICN - DTW
2 stops29h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$1,235
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.
Mon 9/112:30 pmDTW - ICN
Nonstop14h 55mDelta
Tue 9/1610:15 amICN - DTW
Nonstop13h 05mDelta
Deal found 3/25$1,273
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/266:15 amDTW - ICN
1 stop19h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/54:50 pmICN - DTW
2 stops33h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,295
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.
Sun 5/116:28 pmDTW - GMP
2 stops34h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1812:05 pmGMP - DTW
3 stops35h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,636
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/27:10 amDTW - GMP
2 stops25h 40mJapan Airlines
Tue 9/1612:05 pmGMP - DTW
2 stops30h 04mJapan Airlines
Deal found 3/25$1,638
This Justfly.com 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/26:00 amDTW - GMP
2 stops27h 20mANA
Wed 9/177:40 amGMP - DTW
2 stops24h 11mANA
Deal found 3/25$1,883

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Seoul

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DetroitIncheon

DTW - ICN

DTWICN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/11

9:47 pm-11:25 am

2 stops48h 38m

Incheon Intl

Sat 5/24

8:45 pm-2:58 pm

1 stop31h 13m

$980

DetroitIncheon

DTW - ICN

DTWICN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/21

8:35 am-6:45 pm

2 stops21h 10m

Incheon Intl

Mon 5/26

8:45 pm-2:58 pm

1 stop31h 13m

$1,169

DetroitIncheon

DTW - ICN

DTWICN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/23

8:25 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops30h 40m

Incheon Intl

Wed 5/7

5:45 pm-10:23 am

2 stops29h 38m

$1,235

DetroitIncheon

DTW - ICN

DTWICN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/28

9:00 pm-8:40 am

1 stop22h 40m

Incheon Intl

Sat 6/28

10:20 am-7:05 pm

1 stop45h 45m

$1,266

DetroitIncheon

DTW - ICN

DTWICN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/22

12:35 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop14h 50m

Incheon Intl

Fri 5/2

10:15 am-10:25 am

Nonstop13h 10m

$1,371

DetroitSeoul

DTW - GMP

DTWGMP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/11

6:28 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops34h 42m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sun 5/18

12:05 pm-10:07 am

3 stops35h 02m

$1,636

DetroitSeoul

DTW - GMP

DTWGMP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/6

7:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 5/14

7:55 am-5:18 pm

2 stops22h 23m

$1,811

DetroitSeoul

DTW - GMP

DTWGMP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/6

4:14 pm-11:05 am

2 stops29h 51m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Tue 5/13

7:55 pm-1:18 pm

2 stops30h 23m

$1,991

DetroitIncheon

DTW - ICN

DTWICN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/30

5:20 am-8:30 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$456

DetroitIncheon

DTW - ICN

DTWICN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/6

4:20 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop37h 25m

$544

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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 Detroit to Seoul in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Seoul flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Seoul flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Seoul flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Detroit to Seoul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul (average of $1,002). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul 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 DTW to SEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 March 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 55% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Seoul. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Seoul, such as Korean Air, Japan Airlines and ANA. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
ANA
8.3
Very good
829 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Seoul?

    Located just 17.3 mi from the city center, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Seoul from Detroit. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Seoul should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Seoul from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul round-trip?

    Flying on WestJet is currently your cheapest option to Seoul, with prices starting at $1,169. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,235 and $1,266, respectively. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul for 32% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is WestJet, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $544. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Air Canada, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul is $1,037. On average you can expect to pay $3,099. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Incheon Intl), can usually be booked for $898.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul (average of $1,002). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seoul 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 5 airlines flying from Detroit to Seoul

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$872Average$1,176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$906Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$976Average$1,547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$1,188Average$1,771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Korean AirCheapest$1,315Average$2,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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