Cheap flights from New York to Seoul from £409

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Cathay Pacific Logo
10:00 - 22:25
JFK
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ICN
23h 25m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:00 - 20:05
ICN
-
JFK
23h 05m
1 stop
£848Cathay Pacific
Thu, 15 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Etihad Airways Logo
22:20 - 10:50
JFK
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ICN
23h 30m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
17:45 - 08:35
ICN
-
JFK
27h 50m
1 stop
£848Etihad Airways
Fri, 18 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
China Eastern Logo
16:25 - 14:50
JFK
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ICN
33h 25m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
16:15 - 14:25
ICN
-
JFK
35h 10m
1 stop
£851China Eastern
Mon, 7 Sep - Sat, 10 Oct
United Airlines Logo
18:00 - 15:00
EWR
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ICN
32h 00m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 08:30
ICN
-
EWR
34h 00m
1 stop
£851United Airlines
Sun, 6 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep
United Airlines Logo
10:45 - 15:00
EWR
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ICN
63h 15m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 23:50
ICN
-
EWR
25h 20m
1 stop
£852United Airlines
Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 12 Sep
AIR PREMIA Logo
01:00 - 05:15
EWR
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ICN
15h 15mdirect
AIR PREMIA Logo
21:55 - 21:30
ICN
-
EWR
13h 35mdirect
£856AIR PREMIA
Sun, 18 Oct - Sun, 22 Nov
AIR PREMIA Logo
01:00 - 05:15
EWR
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ICN
15h 15mdirect
AIR PREMIA Logo
21:25 - 22:30
ICN
-
EWR
14h 05mdirect
£857AIR PREMIA
Fri, 2 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
01:20 - 17:05
JFK
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ICN
26h 45m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
00:20 - 16:00
ICN
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JFK
28h 40m
1 stop
£863Qatar Airways
Fri, 25 Sep - Wed, 28 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
11:20 - 17:05
JFK
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ICN
40h 45m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
00:20 - 23:20
ICN
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JFK
36h 00m
1 stop
£865Qatar Airways
Tue, 28 Jul - Sat, 31 Oct
China Eastern Logo
16:25 - 11:00
JFK
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GMP
29h 35m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
20:50 - 22:33
GMP
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JFK
38h 43m
2 stops
£1,072China Eastern
Mon, 24 Aug - Sun, 6 Sep

United Airlines flights from New York to Seoul

Our best United Airlines deals on New York to Seoul flight tickets
United Airlines
6 Sept
EWR18:00Newark
32h 00m
1 stop
ICN15:00Incheon Intl
20 Sept
ICN11:30Incheon Intl
34h 00m
1 stop
EWR08:30Newark
£851
United Airlines
5 Sept
EWR10:45Newark
63h 15m
2 stops
ICN15:00Incheon Intl
12 Sept
ICN11:30Incheon Intl
25h 20m
1 stop
EWR23:50Newark
£852
United Airlines
19 Oct
EWR10:35Newark
15h 45m
ICN15:20Incheon Intl
15 Nov
ICN12:45Incheon Intl
33h 52m
1 stop
EWR08:37Newark
£853

Cathay Pacific flights from New York to Seoul

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on New York to Seoul flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
15 Oct
JFK10:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 25m
1 stop
ICN22:25Incheon Intl
27 Oct
ICN10:00Incheon Intl
23h 05m
1 stop
JFK20:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
£848
Cathay Pacific
25 Sept
JFK10:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 25m
1 stop
ICN22:25Incheon Intl
1 Oct
ICN20:05Incheon Intl
22h 55m
1 stop
JFK06:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
£864
Cathay Pacific
5 Sept
JFK01:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 45m
1 stop
ICN12:40Incheon Intl
1 Oct
ICN01:55Incheon Intl
31h 40m
1 stop
JFK20:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
£866

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New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 15/10

10:00-22:25

1 stop23h 25m

Incheon Intl

Tue 27/10

10:00-20:05

1 stop23h 05m

£848

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 18/9

22:20-10:50

1 stop23h 30m

Incheon Intl

Sun 27/9

17:45-08:35

1 stop27h 50m

£848

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 7/9

16:25-14:50

2 stops33h 25m

Incheon Intl

Sat 10/10

16:15-14:25

1 stop35h 10m

£851

NewarkIncheon

EWR - ICN

EWRICN

Newark

Sun 6/9

18:00-15:00

1 stop32h 00m

Incheon Intl

Sun 20/9

11:30-08:30

1 stop34h 00m

£851

NewarkIncheon

EWR - ICN

EWRICN

Newark

Sat 5/9

10:45-15:00

2 stops63h 15m

Incheon Intl

Sat 12/9

11:30-23:50

1 stop25h 20m

£852
Fastest return journey

NewarkIncheon

EWR - ICN

EWRICN

Newark

Sun 18/10

01:00-05:15

Nonstop15h 15m

Incheon Intl

Sun 22/11

21:55-21:30

Nonstop13h 35m

£856

NewarkIncheon

EWR - ICN

EWRICN

Newark

Fri 2/10

01:00-05:15

Nonstop15h 15m

Incheon Intl

Sun 18/10

21:25-22:30

Nonstop14h 05m

£857

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 25/9

01:20-17:05

1 stop26h 45m

Incheon Intl

Wed 28/10

00:20-16:00

1 stop28h 40m

£863

New YorkIncheon

JFK - ICN

JFKICN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 28/7

11:20-17:05

1 stop40h 45m

Incheon Intl

Sat 31/10

00:20-23:20

1 stop36h 00m

£865

New YorkSeoul

JFK - GMP

JFKGMP

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 24/8

16:25-11:00

1 stop29h 35m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sun 6/9

20:50-22:33

2 stops38h 43m

£1,072

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Seoul?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Seoul?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Seoul from New York, with most prices found around £733. If you are unable to visit Seoul during the month of March, then departing from New York during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £796.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Seoul?

The cheapest day to depart from New York to Seoul is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as £637. Flights from New York to Seoul on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around £1,083. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Seoul?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Seoul is at midday. Flights from New York to Seoul during this time can be as low as £737. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £1,083.

What is the cheapest New York to Seoul flight route?

Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Incheon Intl for the best New York - Seoul flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Seoul?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Seoul from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Seoul for around £1,146 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Seoul from New York for as low as £982 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Seoul flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York to Seoul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Seoul flights?

You could potentially save up to 42% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Seoul flight.

How have New York to Seoul flight prices changed over time?

As of May 2026, prices for New York to Seoul flights are approximately 50% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Seoul

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to Seoul according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from New York to Seoul

Fastest flight time

15h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Seoul

2 airports
The fastest flight from New York to Seoul takes 15h 30m
Direct flights go from New York to Seoul every day.
There are 2 airports in Seoul. From New York there are direct flights to Incheon Intl (ICN).

Frequently asked questions about flying from New York to Seoul

  • How far is New York to Seoul by plane?

    There are 6861.1 mi between New York and Seoul. Flights usually cover this in 15h 30m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Seoul?

    Prices for flights from New York to Seoul were last updated today.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Seoul?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Seoul.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Seoul?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Seoul trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from New York to Seoul?

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