Flying from Seoul to Seattle: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Seoul to Seattle. Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are Seoul's main airports.
Touch down in Seattle at Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Seattle Lake Union SPB Airport (LKE).
Around 10 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Seoul to Seattle flight.
Seattle is 17 hours behind Seoul and observes the UTC-8 timezone.
There are 24 services a week between Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA). This is the most popular route when booking flights from Seoul to Seattle.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Seoul to Seattle flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Seattle
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Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Take off from Incheon International Airport (ICN) on a nonstop flight from Seoul to Seattle. From ICN, you can fly directly into Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Direct Seoul to Seattle plane tickets are offered by numerous airlines at ICN. Choose one of these and take to the skies:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for Seoul to Seattle flights leaving from Incheon International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Calgary Airport (YYC)
ICN is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near Incheon International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seoul to Seattle, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Incheon International Airport, 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Take some time to stretch your legs during your Seoul to Seattle flight with a stopover. Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) is one of the options between Gimpo International Airport and Seattle.
With public transport, you can travel from central Seoul to GMP in around 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 18 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Gimpo International Airport the day before your flight from Seoul to Seattle:
Flights from Gimpo International Airport are known for their punctuality, with 81% of them landing right on cue.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The distance from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is approximately 19 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seoul to Seattle, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and see more of Seattle and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Paine Field Airport (PAE)
Central Seattle is approximately 32 kilometres from Paine Field Airport (PAE). After your flight from Seoul to Seattle has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near PAE. Settle in and get cosy after your Seoul to Seattle flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Grab a Paine Field Airport rental car and make every stop one of your choosing. You can choose from trusted companies like Budget and Enterprise.
In general, the earlier you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Secure your ride from PAE as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Seattle Boeing Fld Airport (BFI)
Hop off your flight from Seoul to Seattle and travel to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Seattle is around 11 kilometres from Seattle Boeing Fld Airport (BFI) and takes roughly 20 minutes to drive there.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey will take you around 35 minutes.
Begin your travels without worrying about how to reach your next stop with a Seattle Boeing Fld Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from reliable names here like Alamo, Budget and Avis.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Seoul to Seattle is a smart way to go. Along with better deals, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at BFI.
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Seoul to Seattle. July is the busiest month to visit Seattle. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
When booking your Seoul to Seattle tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Seoul to Seattle in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Seattle, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Space Needle, Pike Place Fish Market and The Museum of Flight are attractions you won't want to skip in Seattle.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and International Rose Test Garden.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.