Travelling from Seoul to Atlanta: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Seoul. Check out your options leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when organising your flight from Seoul to Atlanta.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the primary point of entry to Atlanta.
The average time for a direct Seoul to Atlanta flight is 13 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4, which is 13 hours behind Seoul.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 21 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Seoul to Atlanta is with Delta Air Lines at 19:25. Go for the first ICN to ATL departure operated by Korean Air at 09:20 to maximise your time in Atlanta.
To ensure you make your Seoul to Atlanta flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Atlanta
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Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
If you're after a direct flight from Seoul to Atlanta, you can leave from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Get from ICN to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) in one seamless trip.
Delta Air Lines is a well-known airline that offers direct Seoul to Atlanta plane tickets leaving from ICN.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Seoul to Atlanta flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Incheon International Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The distance from central Seoul to ICN is around 48 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Catching an early flight from Seoul to Atlanta? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Incheon International Airport:
54.5% of flights that depart Incheon International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Break up your Seoul to Atlanta flight with a stop at Haneda Airport (HND). One of the main stopovers between Gimpo International Airport and Atlanta, it's the perfect opportunity to take a moment to relax.
From the centre of Seoul, GMP is about 16 kilometres away. When working out your route, check whether public transport is an option or if driving is more convenient.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Gimpo International Airport the day before your flight from Seoul to Atlanta:
76% of flights leaving Gimpo International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Arriving in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seoul to Atlanta, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near ATL:
Grab a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car and discover Atlanta and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport around three weeks ahead of your Seoul to Atlanta flight.
The street address for ATL is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Seoul to Atlanta. July is the most popular month to visit Atlanta. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your Seoul to Atlanta tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Seoul to Atlanta in January when temperatures average between -3ºC and 14ºC.
More about Atlanta
After booking your flight from Seoul to Atlanta, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Atlanta:
Georgia Aquarium and Centennial Olympic Park are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Atlanta itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Piedmont Park.
Explore more of United States
You've done Atlanta, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey about 467 kilometres south-east to Jacksonville to tick off its top sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, your itinerary will be busy.
Charlotte is another standout destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. No trip is complete without seeing NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.