Travelling from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Seoul: what you need to know
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9. The city is nine hours ahead of Birmingham, where Birmingham Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your BHX to Seoul flight.
Flying over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from BHX to Seoul. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
BHX is about 11 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near BHX? If you're catching an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Seoul, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Birmingham Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Seoul
$896 is currently the best price for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Seoul flight. A return plane ticket starts at $1,160. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from BHX to Seoul if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Birmingham Airport to Seoul throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Birmingham Airport to Seoul by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Birmingham Airport to Seoul, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ICN:
To get the best deal, book your ride from Seoul Incheon International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from BHX to Seoul.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Once your flight from Birmingham Airport to Seoul has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Seoul is roughly 16 kilometres from Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
The journey will take about 35 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can check in after your BHX to Seoul flight:
Score the best price by booking your ride from GMP one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
January is the busiest month for flights from Birmingham Airport to Seoul. To avoid the crowds, head to Seoul in December.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Book your Birmingham Airport to Seoul plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from BHX to Seoul in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Seoul
Once you've booked your flight from Birmingham Airport to Seoul, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
Bukchon Hanok Village and Gyeongbokgung Palace are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Seoul itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Seoul. Around 322 kilometres away to the southeast, its best attractions include Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.
If you're eager to discover another side of South Korea, head for Daegu, roughly 241 kilometres southeast of Seoul. Alive Aquarium Daegu, Nature Park and Seonsa Historical Park are among the biggest draws.