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$496+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) 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 7/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — SEL
Apr 21 — Apr 281
Mon 4/21
Mon 4/28
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 April 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$780
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$496
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$965
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Seoul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 10/1312:30 pmSJC - ICN
2 stops23h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/3011:45 amICN - SJC
2 stops21h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$780
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/117:00 amSJC - GMP
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/2212:40 pmGMP - SJC
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$790
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Thu 5/811:40 amSJC - ICN
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/1212:55 pmICN - SJC
1 stop36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$797
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sat 9/136:15 amSJC - ICN
1 stop18h 25mKorean Air
Sat 9/204:40 pmICN - SJC
1 stop18h 20mKorean Air
Deal found 4/16$835
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Fri 10/177:20 amSJC - ICN
1 stop17h 10mDelta
Thu 10/308:05 pmICN - SJC
1 stop13h 43mDelta
Deal found 4/15$876
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/143:05 pmSJC - ICN
1 stop35h 30mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/278:35 pmICN - SJC
1 stop33h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/15$889
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 9/178:20 amSJC - GMP
2 stops21h 30mJapan Airlines
Wed 10/227:20 pmGMP - SJC
2 stops34h 50mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/15$1,014
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 8/273:00 pmSJC - ICN
2 stops28h 15mChina Airlines
Wed 9/1012:35 pmICN - SJC
2 stops26h 07mChina Airlines
Deal found 4/15$1,029
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Wed 10/1512:17 pmSJC - ICN
1 stop35h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/296:50 pmICN - SJC
2 stops19h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$1,047
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 8/317:59 pmSJC - ICN
2 stops23h 01mEVA Air
Sun 9/147:45 pmICN - SJC
2 stops38h 40mEVA Air
Deal found 4/15$1,151
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 10/13:00 pmSJC - GMP
2 stops29h 50mEVA Air
Wed 10/88:20 pmGMP - SJC
2 stops33h 34mEVA Air
Deal found 4/15$1,152
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 WestJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1311:13 amSJC - ICN
2 stops39h 32mWestJet
Sat 5/318:45 pmICN - SJC
2 stops17h 21mWestJet
Deal found 4/15$1,497

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 April 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Seoul that are best for you.

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Seoul

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San JoseIncheon

SJC - ICN

SJCICN

San Jose

Mon 10/13

12:30 pm-4:20 am

2 stops23h 50m

Incheon Intl

Thu 10/30

11:45 am-5:43 pm

2 stops21h 58m

$780

San JoseSeoul

SJC - GMP

SJCGMP

San Jose

Thu 9/11

7:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops22h 50m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 9/22

12:40 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$790

San JoseIncheon

SJC - ICN

SJCICN

San Jose

Thu 5/8

11:40 am-7:50 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Incheon Intl

Mon 5/12

12:55 pm-9:05 am

1 stop36h 10m

$797

San JoseIncheon

SJC - ICN

SJCICN

San Jose

Sat 9/13

6:15 am-4:40 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Incheon Intl

Sat 9/20

4:40 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$835

San JoseIncheon

SJC - ICN

SJCICN

San Jose

Sat 10/4

5:45 am-3:20 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Incheon Intl

Sat 10/11

7:20 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop18h 46m

$876

San JoseSeoul

SJC - GMP

SJCGMP

San Jose

Wed 9/17

8:20 am-9:50 pm

2 stops21h 30m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 10/22

7:20 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops34h 50m

$1,014

San JoseIncheon

SJC - ICN

SJCICN

San Jose

Wed 8/27

3:00 pm-11:15 am

2 stops28h 15m

Incheon Intl

Wed 9/10

12:35 pm-10:42 pm

2 stops26h 07m

$1,029

San JoseIncheon

SJC - ICN

SJCICN

San Jose

Sun 8/31

7:59 pm-11:00 am

2 stops23h 01m

Incheon Intl

Sun 9/14

7:45 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops38h 40m

$1,151

San JoseSeoul

SJC - GMP

SJCGMP

San Jose

Wed 10/1

3:00 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops29h 50m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 10/8

8:20 pm-1:54 pm

2 stops33h 34m

$1,152

San JoseIncheon

SJC - ICN

SJCICN

San Jose

Fri 10/3

6:15 am-6:35 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Incheon Intl

Sat 10/11

9:25 pm-9:19 am

2 stops27h 54m

$1,226

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/15

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Compare providers for flights from San Jose to Seoul

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 San Jose to Seoul in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice 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 San Jose-Seoul flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Jose-Seoul flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose-Seoul flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose-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 San Jose-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 San Jose to Seoul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Seoul from San Jose with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Seoul

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Seoul (average of $1,001). Flying from San Jose to Seoul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,650). 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 SJC to SEL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 April 16, 2025.

When flying from San Jose to Seoul, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 27% versus a flight in the evening.

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 April 16, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Jose to Seoul, see what other customers have to say about EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,064 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
729 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose 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 San Jose to Seoul?

    San Jose (SJC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Jose to Seoul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Seoul from San Jose; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Seoul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the San Jose airport to Seoul. It is only a 2.9 mi journey to San Jose (SJC) from San Jose’s city center.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($780), Korean Air ($835), and Delta ($876) offers the cheapest pricing from San Jose to Seoul. United Airlines is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Jose to Seoul are WestJet ($554), China Airlines ($576), and ZIPAIR ($579).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Seoul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 San Jose to Seoul?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Seoul (average of $1,001). Flying from San Jose to Seoul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,650). 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 2 airlines flying from San Jose to Seoul

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 April 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Korean AirCheapest$800Average$896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$1,287Average$1,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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