Flying from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Seoul: what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is located in Fort Lauderdale. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is 13 hours ahead of Fort Lauderdale.
For a relaxed start to your FLL to Seoul flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from FLL to Seoul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
FLL is around 5 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near FLL. Whether you have an early flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Seoul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
73.74% of flights that leave from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
The address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Seoul
$805 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Seoul flight. A return flight ticket right now is $1,578. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from FLL to Seoul, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it takes to reach the centre depends on the time of day. Do some research beforehand.
It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Book a hotel near ICN if you have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Seoul. Pick one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and explore beyond Seoul's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from FLL to Seoul.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in central Seoul (or just want to explore straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Keep an eye out for any visitor information desks to get directions after hopping off your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Seoul.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your FLL to Seoul flight, rest your head at a hotel close to GMP. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Gimpo International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the rates and availability from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at GMP will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Seoul
Plan your trip to Seoul in peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Seoul in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Seoul flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from FLL to Seoul around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Seoul right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Seoul:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are must-do's during your Seoul adventure.
Explore more of South Korea
You've seen Seoul, now it's time to discover other parts of South Korea. Travel around 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to check off its leading attractions. From Haeundae Beach to Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another major destination in South Korea, consider Daegu, about 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park are the start of reasons to visit.