Cheap flights from Seoul to New York
Seoul offers departures from both Gimpo International and Incheon International airports, while New York welcomes arrivals at Newark Liberty International, John F Kennedy and La Guardia terminals. Travelers can find direct flights between these cities year-round when searching for cheap flights from Seoul to New York.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| direct | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 4 Nov 2026 | from $512 | Search 4 Nov 2026 | |
| direct | — | 18 Nov 2026 | from $519 | Search 18 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 3 Nov 2026 | from $536 | Search 3 Nov 2026 | |
| direct | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 13 Nov 2026 | from $657 | Search 13 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 14 Dec 2026 | from $720 | Search 14 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.0 | 5 Nov 2026 | from $743 | Search 5 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 10 Dec 2026 | from $801 | Search 10 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.8 | 4 Nov 2026 | from $814 | Search 4 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 6 Dec 2026 | from $829 | Search 6 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 6 Dec 2026 | from $839 | Search 6 Dec 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 3 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: November — from $512.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $512 | 4 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $513 | 6 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $743 | 24 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $587 | 8 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $587 | 6 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $703 | 7 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $738 | 25 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $698 | 10 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $743 | 2 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $830 | 26 Aug 2027 | |
| September 2027 | from $925 | 13 Sept 2027 | |
| October 2027 | from $733 | 19 Oct 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Seoul | Gimpo International GMP | 18 km |
| Seoul | Incheon International ICN | 50 km |
| New York | Newark Liberty International EWR | 14 km |
| New York | John F Kennedy JFK | 21 km |
| New York | La Guardia LGA | 13 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
Shoulder periods around November tend to offer better value before the peak travel season begins. Many travelers book several weeks ahead to secure reasonable fares on this route. Midweek departures often provide more flexibility than weekend options.
Airlines and what to expect
United Airlines operates regular services connecting Seoul with New York destinations. Air Premia and Korean Air maintain their own schedules between these cities. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Asiana Airlines also serve this market alongside Air Canada, Philippine Airlines, Air India and Air China on various routing combinations.
Arriving — New York
Getting into Manhattan requires planning regardless of which terminal you land at. Newark Liberty sits roughly forty miles away with shuttle services available. John F Kennedy offers subway connections to the city while La Guardia provides taxi access through busy corridors.
Before you go: USA
- Currency
- USD ($)
- Power sockets
- Type A, B · 120 V
- Language
- Samoan, Hawaiian, Chamorro, Carolinian, Spanish
- Emergency number
- 911
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +1
- Internet domain
- .us
- Population of New York
- 8.8 M (2020)
- Time zone
- UTC-05 (America/New_York)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Check whether your chosen airline includes checked baggage in the base fare
- Confirm departure airport when comparing Seoul options
- Verify visa requirements before booking travel to the United States
- Consider connection timing if selecting indirect routes
- Review seasonal price patterns for November bookings
Frequently asked questions
Seoul – New York: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for November 2026 — $512. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Seoul – New York: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: United Airlines, Air Premia, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Philippine Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Air China, Xiamen Airlines, China Airlines.
Seoul – New York: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Seoul to New York?
The distance is about 11,051 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 13 h 56 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Seoul – New York?
Seoul: Gimpo International (GMP), Incheon International (ICN). New York: Newark Liberty International (EWR), John F Kennedy (JFK), La Guardia (LGA).
What is the time difference between Seoul and New York?
New York is 14 h behind Seoul.
Seoul — more routes
| To | Airline | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London | China Southern Airlines | with a stop | 13 Dec 2026 | from $265 |
| Istanbul | Turkmenistan Airlines | with a stop | 26 Nov 2026 | from $291 |
| Frankfurt | Turkmenistan Airlines | with a stop | 4 Nov 2026 | from $340 |
| Warsaw | LOT Polish Airlines | direct | 6 Mar 2027 | from $450 |
| Krakow | Finnair | with a stop | 16 Jan 2027 | from $707 |
New York — flights from other cities
| From | Airline | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madrid | TAP Portugal | with a stop | 11 Jan 2027 | from $281 |
| Bucharest | HiSky | direct | 8 Jan 2027 | from $311 |
| Rome | TAP Portugal | with a stop | 18 Nov 2026 | from $364 |
| London | TAP Portugal | with a stop | 14 Dec 2026 | from $421 |
| Warsaw | Cityjet | with a stop | 14 Feb 2027 | from $443 |
| Chisinau | Tarom | with a stop | 10 Nov 2026 | from $551 |
| Krakow | Air Serbia | with a stop | 14 Dec 2026 | from $555 |
| Budapest | Air Serbia | with a stop | 19 Dec 2026 | from $581 |