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$410+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Seoul (SEL)

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NYC — SEL
Dec 30 — Jan 61
Mon 12/30
Mon 1/6
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from New York to Seoul are usually found in November or January, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$865
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$410
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

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November

Average price

$1,511
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Cheapest flights from New York to Seoul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 25, 2024.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Fri 12/273:35 pmLGA - ICN
2 stops33h 40mAir Canada
Sat 1/254:55 pmICN - LGA
2 stops30h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 12/25$1,121
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Mon 12/309:00 amJFK - ICN
1 stop22h 15mCathay Pacific
Wed 2/510:05 amICN - JFK
1 stop33h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/25$1,206
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Sun 12/2912:01 amEWR - ICN
Nonstop15h 39mAIR PREMIA
Wed 2/59:55 pmICN - EWR
Nonstop13h 35mAIR PREMIA
Deal found 12/25$1,214
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Fri 12/2710:05 amJFK - ICN
2 stops39h 10mAir Canada
Fri 1/174:55 pmICN - JFK
2 stops36h 13mAir Canada
Deal found 12/24$1,231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3112:01 amEWR - ICN
Nonstop15h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/113:30 pmICN - EWR
2 stops51h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25$1,293
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:05 amJFK - ICN
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/184:55 pmICN - JFK
2 stops36h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25$1,303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/307:00 pmLGA - ICN
1 stop31h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/56:50 pmICN - LGA
1 stop18h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/25$1,366
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/301:55 pmLGA - ICN
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/54:55 pmICN - LGA
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25$1,412
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3012:50 amJFK - GMP
1 stop20h 30mANA
Mon 1/277:45 amGMP - JFK
1 stop16h 45mANA
Deal found 12/24$1,449
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/318:55 pmJFK - ICN
2 stops28h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 1/1712:30 amICN - JFK
2 stops32h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/25$1,476
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/306:00 amLGA - GMP
2 stops26h 30mANA
Wed 2/57:50 pmGMP - LGA
2 stops30h 22mANA
Deal found 12/25$1,491
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:00 amEWR - ICN
1 stop18h 25mAir Canada
Tue 1/148:10 pmICN - EWR
1 stop16h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 12/24$1,496

Find flights from New York to Seoul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 25, 2024.

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New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/14

8:55 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops28h 50m

Incheon Intl

Wed 2/19

12:30 am-6:55 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$865

NewarkIncheon

EWR - ICN

EWRICN

Newark

Mon 1/13

6:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Incheon Intl

Wed 1/29

6:50 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$867

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/21

2:30 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop36h 15m

Incheon Intl

Tue 2/18

6:50 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop36h 09m

$867

New YorkIncheon

LGA - ICN

LGAICN

New York LaGuardia

Mon 1/13

6:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Incheon Intl

Wed 1/29

6:50 pm-10:30 am

1 stop29h 40m

$867

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/16

8:45 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop32h 35m

Incheon Intl

Mon 3/31

11:20 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop36h 20m

$887

NewarkIncheon

EWR - ICN

EWRICN

Newark

Mon 1/20

12:01 am-5:40 am

Nonstop15h 39m

Incheon Intl

Tue 1/28

6:00 pm-1:16 am

1 stop21h 16m

$894

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/20

9:45 am-6:25 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Incheon Intl

Wed 3/12

4:55 pm-8:42 pm

2 stops40h 47m

$907

New YorkIncheon

LGA - ICN

LGAICN

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/17

3:35 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops33h 40m

Incheon Intl

Wed 3/5

4:55 pm-9:30 am

2 stops30h 35m

$909

NewarkIncheon

EWR - ICN

EWRICN

Newark

Sun 1/12

12:01 am-5:40 am

Nonstop15h 39m

Incheon Intl

Tue 1/28

6:00 pm-1:16 am

1 stop21h 16m

$925

NewarkIncheon

EWR - ICN

EWRICN

Newark

Mon 3/10

1:30 am-6:20 pm

1 stop27h 50m

Incheon Intl

Wed 3/19

12:10 am-11:35 pm

1 stop36h 25m

$945

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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 New York to Seoul in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 New York-Seoul flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on New York-Seoul flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-Seoul flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-Seoul flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 New York-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 New York to Seoul

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Seoul. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

The best time to book flights from New York to Seoul is 49 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Seoul (average of $1,086). Flying from New York 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 NYC to SEL?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 25, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York to Seoul is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Seoul?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Seoul flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons 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.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Seoul

Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 25, 2024.

The most flights from NYC to SEL are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 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 25, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air, American Airlines and Turkish Airlines from New York to Seoul have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,259 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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
1,259 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,259 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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
843 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,259 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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
1,023 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,259 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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
1,442 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,259 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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.

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
754 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,259 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

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 New York 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 New York to Seoul round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New York to Seoul is Ethiopian Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $865 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Turkish Airlines, starting at $867 and $887 round-trip. Ethiopian Air is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $465 on AIR PREMIA. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $469 and Philippine Airlines from $502 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Seoul?

    The most popular flight routes from New York to Seoul are New York John F Kennedy Intl - Incheon Intl, Newark - Incheon Intl and New York LaGuardia - Incheon Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Seoul?

    Before booking your flight to Seoul from New York, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Korean Air (70%), Delta (51%), Thai Airways( 34%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Seoul?

    On average you can expect to pay $6,589 for a flight from New York to Seoul. The cheapest flight overall is $557 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Incheon Intl) is currently priced at $887.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York to Seoul?

    Flights departing from New York and landing in Seoul layover in Toronto most frequently.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Toronto?

    Union Station, CN Tower, and Hockey Hall of Fame are the most popular attractions in Toronto if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Union Station, CN Tower and Hockey Hall of Fame are located about 12.1 mi, 11.9 mi, and 12.3 mi, respectively from Toronto Pearson Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Toronto looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $27 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York to Seoul flights?

    New York to Seoul flights have a layover in Tokyo the least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Seoul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 New York to Seoul?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Seoul (average of $1,086). Flying from New York 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 New York to Seoul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 25, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AIR PREMIACheapest$530Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$722Average$1,220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SAUDIACheapest$775Average$789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
United AirlinesCheapest$778Average$1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$784Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$902Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Cathay PacificCheapest$958Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China AirlinesCheapest$1,041Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EVA AirCheapest$1,076Average$1,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
LOTCheapest$1,088Average$1,575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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