Travelling from Seoul to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll catch your flight from Seoul to Los Angeles. Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are Seoul's main airports.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's major entry points.
Take a direct Seoul to Los Angeles flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 25 minutes.
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, making Los Angeles 16 hours behind Seoul.
Pick from 34 services a week between Incheon International Airport (ICN) and {"defaultCase":"Los Angeles International Airport","accusativeCase":"Los Angeles International Airport","nominativeCase":"Los Angeles International Airport","dativeCase":"Los Angeles International Airport"} (LAX). ICN to LAX is the most popular route when booking flights from Seoul to Los Angeles.
To ensure you make your Seoul to Los Angeles flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Los Angeles
To secure cheap Seoul to Los Angeles flights, reserve your trip two months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Seoul to Los Angeles is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
There's no need to check every day to see if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Seoul to Los Angeles.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Or sort your Seoul to Los Angeles flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
You can get a direct flight from Seoul to Los Angeles leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Begin your journey at ICN and arrive at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
You can choose from various carriers offering direct Seoul to Los Angeles plane tickets with departures from ICN, including:
We make it a cinch to find a Seoul to Los Angeles flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Incheon International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
From central Seoul, ICN is around 48 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Incheon International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Seoul to Los Angeles or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
54.5% of flights that depart Incheon International Airport reach their destination on time.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Seoul to Los Angeles flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Gimpo International Airport and Los Angeles:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
From the centre of Seoul, GMP is about 16 kilometres away. When planning your route, find out whether public transport is an option or if driving is more convenient.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Seoul to Los Angeles, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Gimpo International Airport:
Gimpo International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75.94%. This figure highlights how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive on time.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Seoul to Los Angeles, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Grab a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is roughly 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. Following your flight from Seoul to Los Angeles, it takes approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to VNY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Seoul to Los Angeles:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Van Nuys Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from VNY ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and go.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
May is the quietest month for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles, while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Seoul to Los Angeles tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap flights from Seoul to Los Angeles around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Los Angeles, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are a couple of big attractions to put on your Los Angeles must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.