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$355+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 3/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SEL
Mar 30 — Apr 61
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Seoul
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 25, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $660 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $355 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $737 |
Good round-trip deal | $663 or less |
Good one-way deal | $436 or less |
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Seoul
Cheapest flights from San Francisco to SeoulExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2710:30 amSFO - ICN
Nonstop12h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/911:30 amICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24![United Airlines logo]()
$659
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1412:00 pmSFO - ICN
2 stops31h 15mChina Eastern
Thu 5/88:55 amICN - SFO
1 stop16h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/24![China Eastern logo]()
$695
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/203:30 pmSFO - ICN
Nonstop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/1910:20 amICN - SFO
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$737
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.
Mon 5/53:30 pmSFO - ICN
Nonstop13h 00mAIR PREMIA
Sun 5/116:20 pmICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 40mAIR PREMIA
Deal found 3/24![AIR PREMIA logo]()
$743
This eDestinos 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/71:05 amSFO - ICN
1 stop21h 00mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/153:10 pmICN - SFO
1 stop18h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/24![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$751
This eDestinos 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2312:40 pmSFO - ICN
Nonstop12h 40mKorean Air
Thu 5/154:00 pmICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 40mKorean Air
Deal found 3/24![Korean Air logo]()
$759
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.
Tue 5/61:05 pmSFO - ICN
2 stops35h 00mAir Canada
Tue 5/205:45 pmICN - SFO
2 stops34h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 3/24![Air Canada logo]()
$783
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1712:00 pmSFO - GMP
1 stop39h 50mChina Eastern
Wed 5/712:00 pmGMP - SFO
1 stop37h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/24![China Eastern logo]()
$820
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/112:25 pmSFO - GMP
1 stop17h 25mJapan Airlines
Thu 9/1112:05 pmGMP - SFO
1 stop14h 00mJapan Airlines
Deal found 3/23![Japan Airlines logo]()
$822
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/411:30 pmSFO - ICN
Nonstop13h 00mAsiana Airlines
Sat 5/108:55 pmICN - SFO
Nonstop10h 35mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 3/24![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$834
This Vietnam Airlines 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1010:50 pmSFO - ICN
1 stop25h 35mVietnam Airlines
Tue 9/165:55 pmICN - SFO
1 stop40h 45mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 3/24![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$857
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/65:45 amSFO - ICN
1 stop17h 35mDelta
Tue 9/167:20 pmICN - SFO
1 stop19h 09mDelta
Deal found 3/24![Delta logo]()
$866
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Seoul that are best for you.
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Price
San FranciscoIncheon
SFO - ICN
SFOICN
San Francisco
Thu 3/27
10:30 am-3:15 pm
Nonstop12h 45m
Incheon Intl
Wed 4/9
11:30 am-6:10 am
Nonstop10h 40m
$659
San FranciscoIncheon
SFO - ICN
SFOICN
San Francisco
Mon 4/14
12:00 pm-11:15 am
2 stops31h 15m
Incheon Intl
Thu 5/8
8:55 am-9:05 am
1 stop16h 10m
$695
San FranciscoIncheon
SFO - ICN
SFOICN
San Francisco
Sun 4/20
3:30 pm-8:30 pm
Nonstop13h 00m
Incheon Intl
Mon 5/19
10:20 am-8:30 pm
2 stops26h 10m
$737
San FranciscoIncheon
SFO - ICN
SFOICN
San Francisco
Mon 5/5
3:30 pm-8:30 pm
Nonstop13h 00m
Incheon Intl
Sun 5/11
6:20 pm-1:00 pm
Nonstop10h 40m
$743
San FranciscoIncheon
SFO - ICN
SFOICN
San Francisco
Wed 4/23
12:40 pm-5:20 pm
Nonstop12h 40m
Incheon Intl
Thu 5/15
4:00 pm-10:40 am
Nonstop10h 40m
$759
San FranciscoIncheon
SFO - ICN
SFOICN
San Francisco
Tue 4/22
12:20 am-2:05 pm
1 stop21h 45m
Incheon Intl
Thu 5/15
1:40 pm-5:30 pm
1 stop19h 50m
$779
San FranciscoIncheon
SFO - ICN
SFOICN
San Francisco
Tue 5/6
1:05 pm-4:05 pm
2 stops35h 00m
Incheon Intl
Tue 5/20
5:45 pm-12:25 pm
2 stops34h 40m
$783
San FranciscoSeoul
SFO - GMP
SFOGMP
San Francisco
Thu 4/17
12:00 pm-7:50 pm
1 stop39h 50m
Seoul Gimpo Intl
Wed 5/7
12:00 pm-9:05 am
1 stop37h 05m
$820
San FranciscoIncheon
SFO - ICN
SFOICN
San Francisco
Sun 5/4
11:30 pm-4:30 am
Nonstop13h 00m
Incheon Intl
Sat 5/10
8:55 pm-3:30 pm
Nonstop10h 35m
$834
San FranciscoIncheon
SFO - ICN
SFOICN
San Francisco
Sun 3/30
6:05 am-4:30 pm
1 stop18h 25m
Incheon Intl
Mon 5/5
7:20 pm-10:56 pm
1 stop19h 36m
$869
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Seoul in March.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Seoul flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Seoul flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Seoul flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 San Francisco-Seoul flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Seoul
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Seoul?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Seoul. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.
The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Seoul is 90 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 San Francisco to Seoul?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Seoul (average of $1,002). Flying from San Francisco to Seoul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,664). 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 SFO to SEL?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 25, 2025.
When flying from San Francisco to Seoul, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Seoul?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Seoul. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Seoul flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Seoul
Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 March 25, 2025.
The most flights from SFO to SEL are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 March 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from San Francisco 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.
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Boarding
8.4
Food
8.0
Overall
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Boarding
8.4
Food
8.0
Overall
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Boarding
8.4
Food
8.0
Overall
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Boarding
8.4
Food
8.0
Overall
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Boarding
8.4
Food
8.0
Overall
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Boarding
8.4
Food
8.0
Overall
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$403 | Average$888 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$641 | Average$957 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$651 | Average$751 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$660 | Average$980 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$662 | Average$1,175 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$789 | Average$1,245 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$789 | Average$967 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$815 | Average$894 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$940 | Average$1,095 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$958 | Average$1,118 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% |