Flying from Philadelphia to Seoul: what you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Seoul taking off from here.
Step off your plane in Seoul at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Leave enough time to make your flight from Philadelphia to Seoul. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You will need an ETA for South Korea if you have a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before you book your cheap flights from Philadelphia to Seoul, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Philadelphia to Seoul. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Philadelphia International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
PHL is about 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 17 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 44 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Philadelphia to Seoul? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Philadelphia International Airport:
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is approximately 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it takes to get there by cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 44 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Philadelphia to Seoul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is about 16 kilometres from central Seoul. Explore your options for heading into town after your flight from Philadelphia to Seoul has landed.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable hotels to drop your things at near GMP. Tuck yourself in after your flight from Philadelphia to Seoul at one of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Seoul
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Seoul is C$667. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,381. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To score cheap flights from Philadelphia to Seoul, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
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Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Philadelphia to Seoul. July is the busiest month to travel to Seoul. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Book your flight from Philadelphia to Seoul for August if you'd like to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Seoul to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Seoul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Seoul, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are essential stops on your Seoul itinerary.
Complete your Seoul trip with a car rental
Check out our range of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Philadelphia to Seoul. Whether you're searching for an economy ride, a standard vehicle or something in between, you can compare companies in one go to find the best deal.