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Flight deals from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Seoul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £735. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Seoul.£318 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £318, select.

Seoul.£421 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £421, select.

Seoul.£426 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £426, select.

Seoul.£444 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £444, select.

Seoul.£483 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Aug.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Asiana Airlines departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £483, select.

Seoul.£493 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £493, select.

Seoul.£496 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Asiana Airlines departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £496, select.

Seoul.£502 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £502, select.

Seoul.£502 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £502, select.

Seoul.£504 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Mar.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £504, select.

Seoul.£504 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £504, select.

Seoul.£513 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £513, select.

Seoul.£514 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £514, select.

Seoul.£515 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Apr.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 18 Apr, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £515, select.

Seoul.£519 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Asiana Airlines departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £519, select.

Seoul.£520 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Asiana Airlines departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £520, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul

Alternative New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Gimpo International

11 miles from central Seoul

Closest

from £452

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Incheon International

30 miles from central Seoul

Cheapest

from £318

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New York to Seoul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£318
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	15 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airline	Thai Airways
Average flights per week	136

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Seoul?

There are 2 airports in Seoul: Gimpo International and Incheon International.

How much are return flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul?

The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul is £717. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul?

15 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul.

Which airlines fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul?

Thai Airways, United and Copa fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul.

How many flights are there a week from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul?

As of June 2026, there are 68 flights per week flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul?

The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul is usually September.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Seoul?

If you're flying from New York John F. Kennedy Airport, the cheapest airport near Seoul is Incheon International – which is 29.7 miles away from the centre of Seoul. We've found flights into this airport from £717.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Seoul on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Seoul on Thursday, 3 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Seoul?

Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 40 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Seoul?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Seoul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Seoul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Seoul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Seoul?

In June, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. August is typically the warmest month in Seoul, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is July.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Seoul with?

Currently, Cathay Pacific and Asiana Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Seoul.

Flying from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Seoul: what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul and you'll be in the air for around 14 hours 10 minutes.
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is 14 hours ahead of New York.
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most traveled route, with 25 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from JFK to ICN is with Korean Air at 13:20. Go for the first departure with Asiana Airlines at 00:35 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your JFK to Seoul flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul ticket. Begin your trip at JFK and touch down at Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN).
Korean Air is a popular airline that offers direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from JFK to Seoul with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
- Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
- Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
- Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 19 kms (12 miles) from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to JFK? If you're catching an early flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Seoul

£318 is currently the best price for a one-way New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul flight. A return plane ticket starts from £717. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from JFK to Seoul. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Finding a cheap flight from JFK to Seoul is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a deal gets even better.
Save on your flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Seoul

Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)

Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) away.
It typically takes 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near ICN if you have a late flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul. Pick one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Seoul Incheon International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from JFK to Seoul.

Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is roughly 16 kms (10 miles) from the centre of Seoul. Following your flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 35 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can check in after your JFK to Seoul flight:
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at GMP will help you save.

Best time to go to Seoul

December is the quietest month for flights from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul, while January is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Seoul based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before booking a New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JFK to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.

More about Seoul

Start your Seoul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are must-visits when exploring Seoul.

Explore more of South Korea

Busan is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've seen Seoul. Around 322 kms (200 miles) away to the southeast, its top attractions include Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.
If you want to check out another corner of South Korea, consider Daegu, about 241 kms (150 miles) southeast of Seoul. Alive Aquarium Daegu, Nature Park and Seonsa Historical Park are key highlights.