Travelling from Houston to Seoul: what you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Houston to Seoul. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the two main airports in Houston.
Hop off your plane in Seoul at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Houston to Seoul. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you hold a passport from United States, you will need an ETA to visit South Korea. This applies when booking a cheap flight from Houston to Seoul for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before you fly.
Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Houston to Seoul. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
IAH is about 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 49 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Houston to Seoul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Break up your flight from Houston to Seoul with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between George Bush Intercontinental Airport and Seoul include:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You can get to HOU from central Houston in approximately 22 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 42 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Houston to Seoul? Unwind in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your break officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Central Seoul is about 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Journey times by car rental or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It takes around 1 hour and 44 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Houston to Seoul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing 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 see the sights straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). See if you can spot any visitor information kiosks to get directions after hopping off your flight from Houston to Seoul.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour and 3 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable stays where you can rest ahead of your adventure near GMP. Unwind after your flight from Houston to Seoul at one of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Seoul
At the moment, C$600 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Seoul. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,156. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Houston to Seoul if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Houston to Seoul throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap flights from Houston to Seoul every day.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Houston to Seoul.
Best time to go to Seoul
July is the busiest month for flights from Houston to Seoul. To avoid the crowds, head to Seoul in April.
Schedule your flight from Houston to Seoul for August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Seoul to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Houston to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
After booking your flight from Houston to Seoul, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are must-visits when exploring Seoul.
Complete your Seoul trip with a car rental
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