Flying from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Seoul: what you need to know
Charleston International Airport is located in Charleston. Operating on the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is 13 hours ahead of Charleston.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from CHS to Seoul.
If you're flying during a peak month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during vacation periods like spring break and summer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from CHS to Seoul. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
If you have a passport from United States, you'll need an ETA to visit South Korea. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Charleston International Airport to Seoul for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before you fly.
Located around 21 kilometres from central Charleston, CHS can be reached in about 28 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 3 hours and 36 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Charleston International Airport to Seoul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near CHS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Seoul
C$856 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Charleston International Airport to Seoul. Return flights start from C$1,753. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CHS to Seoul if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for a ticket from Charleston International Airport to Seoul.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from CHS to Seoul every day.
Tailor your travel plans with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Charleston International Airport to Seoul.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it'll take to reach the centre by cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 44 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near ICN if you have a late flight from Charleston International Airport to Seoul. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Explore your options for heading into town after your flight from Charleston International Airport to Seoul has arrived.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near GMP. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from CHS to Seoul at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Seoul
July is the busiest month for flights from Charleston International Airport to Seoul. To avoid the crowds, head for Seoul in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Charleston International Airport to Seoul in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap flights from CHS to Seoul sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Seoul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Seoul right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Charleston International Airport to Seoul:
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Seoul travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at N Seoul Tower.
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