Travelling from Seoul to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Seoul has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Seoul to Los Angeles flying out of Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's major gateways.
Take a direct Seoul to Los Angeles flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is 16 hours behind Seoul.
The busiest route for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles is from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). You can select from 34 services every week between these two airports. If you want to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ICN to LAX is the 12:50 Air Premia option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last available departure is at 20:40 with Asiana Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Seoul to Los Angeles flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Los Angeles
To secure cheap Seoul to Los Angeles flights, reserve your trip two months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Seoul to Los Angeles is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
There's no need to check every day to see if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Seoul to Los Angeles.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Or sort your Seoul to Los Angeles flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
You can get a direct flight from Seoul to Los Angeles departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Begin your trip at ICN and end it at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct Seoul to Los Angeles plane tickets out of ICN. Book your journey with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Seoul to Los Angeles flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Incheon International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
From central Seoul, ICN is around 48 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Incheon International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seoul to Los Angeles or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Incheon International Airport's on-time performance, 54.5% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Seoul to Los Angeles flight. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Gimpo International Airport and Los Angeles:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
GMP is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Plan ahead to work out the quickest way to reach the terminal.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Gimpo International Airport the day before your flight from Seoul to Los Angeles:
Gimpo International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
Book a hotel close to LAX if you're coming in on a late flight from Seoul to Los Angeles. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience more of Los Angeles and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week before your trip.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. After your flight from Seoul to Los Angeles, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Seoul to Los Angeles:
Budget, Dollar and Hertz make picking up a Van Nuys Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from VNY in advance so you can simply grab the keys and be on your way.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
May is the quietest month for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles, while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Seoul to Los Angeles tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap flights from Seoul to Los Angeles around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Los Angeles, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Los Angeles travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.