Flying from Seoul to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll board your flight from Seoul to Minneapolis. Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are Seoul's main airports.
Hop off the plane at Minneapolis's primary gateway, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Around 12 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Seoul to Minneapolis flight.
Minneapolis is 14 hours behind Seoul and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Seoul to Minneapolis is from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). You can select from seven services every week between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from ICN to MSP is the 18:40 Delta Air Lines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final scheduled service is at 19:30 with Delta Air Lines.
To ensure you don't miss your Seoul to Minneapolis flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight 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 Minneapolis
To secure cheap Seoul to Minneapolis flights, book your trip two months before your planned departure.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Seoul to Minneapolis is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
If you're after a direct flight from Seoul to Minneapolis, you can depart from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Get from ICN to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) in one seamless journey.
Delta Air Lines is a well-known airline that offers direct Seoul to Minneapolis plane tickets leaving from ICN.
We make it simple to book a Seoul to Minneapolis flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Incheon International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
From the centre of Seoul, ICN is around 48 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Incheon International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seoul to Minneapolis or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
54.5% of flights that depart Incheon International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Break up your Seoul to Minneapolis flight with a stop at Haneda Airport (HND). A main stopover between Gimpo International Airport and Minneapolis, it's a great opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
The distance from Seoul's city centre to GMP is around 16 kilometres. Consider the available transport options and potential delays when working out the fastest way to get to the airport.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Seoul to Minneapolis, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Gimpo International Airport:
76% of all departures from Gimpo International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
Book a hotel close to MSP if you're coming in on a late flight from Seoul to Minneapolis. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and find adventure across Minneapolis and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks in advance of your Seoul to Minneapolis flight.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Seoul to Minneapolis. July is the busiest month to visit Minneapolis. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Book a Seoul to Minneapolis ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Minneapolis to range from 14ºC to 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -1ºC. Look for cheap flights from Seoul to Minneapolis around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Minneapolis
After booking your flight from Seoul to Minneapolis, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Minneapolis:
Walker Art Centre and Minneapolis Institute of Arts are just two of the big attractions to put on your Minneapolis itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
Explore more of United States
Minneapolis has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a trip to Milwaukee will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis, Omaha is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.