Flying from Paris to Seoul: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Paris to Seoul, there's a nice selection of airports you can start your trip from. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) are among Paris's main options.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are Seoul's primary gateways.
Take a direct Paris to Seoul flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 12 hours 5 minutes.
Seoul is eight hours ahead of Paris and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
With 23 flights a week between the two airports, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Paris to Seoul with Air France at 11:30. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from CDG to ICN is with Korean Air at 21:00.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Paris to Seoul flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Seoul
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Paris to Seoul flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Flying from Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Take off from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on a nonstop flight from Paris to Seoul. From CDG, you can fly straight to Incheon International Airport (ICN).
Popular airlines that offer direct Paris to Seoul plane tickets departing from CDG include:
We make it simple to find a Paris to Seoul flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
CDG is around 23 kms (14 miles) from central Paris. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Paris to Seoul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport:
64% of flights that depart Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport reach their destination on time.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Break up your Paris to Seoul flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Paris Orly Airport and Seoul include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can get to ORY from the centre of Paris in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to travel the 14 kms (9 miles) or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport the day before your flight from Paris to Seoul:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 79%.
ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
You can lock in a ticket from Paris to Seoul with a stop or two leaving from Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA). Here are some of the most common stopovers between BVA and Seoul:
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
BVA is around 72 kms (45 miles) from central Paris. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Make taking an early Paris to Seoul flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Paris Beauvais Airport and get to your departure gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights touch down without delays. At BVA, that rate is 71%.
Paris Beauvais Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) away.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Paris to Seoul. Book one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Follow your own route with a Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and discover more of Seoul and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
As soon as your flight from Paris to Seoul has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Seoul is approximately 18 kms (11 miles) from Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 35 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near GMP. Settle in and get cosy after your Paris to Seoul flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long taxi line. Pick up a Gimpo International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from GMP one week in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
March is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Seoul, while August is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Seoul based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Paris to Seoul tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Paris to Seoul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Paris to Seoul, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Seoul to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of South Korea you should also see. Around 338 kms (210 miles) southeast of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Oryukdo Skywalk.
If you're ready to explore another corner of South Korea, head for Incheon, about 27 kms (17 miles) southwest of Seoul. Songdo Central Park, Songdo Hanok Village and Wolmi Theme Park are key reasons to visit.