Travelling from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Seoul: what you need to know
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located in Buffalo. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is 13 hours ahead of Buffalo.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from BUF to Seoul. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Getting away during a peak time like August? Popular seasons (like spring break, summer and Thanksgiving) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from BUF to Seoul. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
If you hold a passport from United States, you will need an ETA to visit South Korea. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Seoul for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before you fly.
BUF is about 18 kilometres from central Buffalo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BUF? If you're catching an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Seoul, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Seoul
C$796 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Seoul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,699. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BUF to Seoul if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is approximately 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It'll take around 1 hour and 44 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Seoul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in Seoul's centre (or just want to start sightseeing straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Look for any visitor information desks to get directions after disembarking your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Seoul.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes.
After your flight from BUF to Seoul, unwind at a hotel near GMP. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Seoul. July is the most popular month for a trip to Seoul. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before you book a flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Seoul, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap flights from BUF to Seoul sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
After booking your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Seoul, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are just two of the top attractions to put on your Seoul to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at N Seoul Tower.
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