Travelling from Moscow to Seoul: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Moscow to Seoul, there's a good selection of airports you can take off from. Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), Vnukovo Airport (VKO) and Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME) are some of Moscow's main options.
When working out where to arrive in Seoul, Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the chief entry points.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is six hours ahead of Moscow.
Leave enough time to get on your Moscow to Seoul flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Moscow to Seoul
To pick up cheap Moscow to Seoul flights, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Vnukovo Airport (VKO)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to VKO from Moscow's centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 29 kilometres away.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Moscow to Seoul? Unwind in a hotel near Vnukovo Airport before your adventure officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Vnukovo Airport has an on-time performance rate of 65%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive on time.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is around 48 kilometres from central Seoul. The time it takes to reach the centre will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Book a hotel close to ICN if you have a late flight from Moscow to Seoul. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo to explore Seoul and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Check out your options for heading into town after your flight from Moscow to Seoul has landed.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near GMP. Tuck yourself in after your Moscow to Seoul flight at any of these well-located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and be off and running.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at GMP can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Seoul
April is the quietest month for flights from Moscow to Seoul, while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Seoul based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Moscow to Seoul ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Moscow to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Seoul right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Moscow to Seoul:
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Seoul travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many cities in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Seoul. Around 322 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Around 56 kilometres west of Seoul, Incheon is another favourite stop in South Korea. No visit is complete without checking out Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.
