Travelling from Houston to Seoul: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll catch your flight from Houston to Seoul. Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) and Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) are Houston's main airports.
Arrive in Seoul at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Seoul's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Seoul 15 hours ahead of Houston.
Leave enough time to catch your Houston to Seoul flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Seoul
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Flying from Houston
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
We make it a cinch to book a Houston to Seoul flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a convenient hotel close to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Seoul, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights complete their journey on time.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Break up your Houston to Seoul flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between Houston Hobby Airport and Seoul are:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
HOU is around 16 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Houston to Seoul, kick back in one of these hotels near Houston Hobby Airport:
79% of flights leaving Houston Hobby Airport make it to their destination as expected.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Houston 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 accommodation options near ICN:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and explore beyond Seoul's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks in advance of your Houston to Seoul flight.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
After your flight from Houston to Seoul has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Seoul is roughly 18 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Public transport will get you there in around 35 minutes.
After your flight from Houston to Seoul, settle in at a hotel close to GMP. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from GMP one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
August is the busiest month for flights from Houston to Seoul. To skip the crowds, go to Seoul in March.
Lock in a Houston to Seoul ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Seoul to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap flights from Houston to Seoul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Seoul, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are must-do's during your Seoul adventure.
Explore more of South Korea
You've done Seoul, now it's time to explore more of South Korea. Journey about 338 kilometres southeast to Busan to tick off its top attractions. From Gamcheon Culture Village to Haeundae Beach and Oryukdo Skywalk, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 27 kilometres southwest of Seoul, Incheon is another favourite stop in South Korea. Experience major highlights starting with Songdo Central Park, Songdo Hanok Village and Wolmi Theme Park.