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Cheapest round-trip
$853
Typical prices: $1,169-$1,845
Ethiopian Air
Mon 11/19Wed 11/28
ORD - ICN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,667
Typical prices: $1,779-$2,407
Korean Air
Sat 2/24Sat 3/10
ORD - ICN • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Korean Air. Average duration is 14h 52m
Direct flights
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Top routes
ORD - GMP
Cheapest • 4% average savings
ORD - ICN
Most popular
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When to book
9 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 25% price drop
May
Most popular
Good to know
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Top layover airports
Hong Kong Intl (HKG)
Cheapest • Avg $954 (round-trip)
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Shortest trip • 16h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Seoul (ORD-SEL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Seoul

Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 28
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 am - 3:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
39h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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12:05 am - 7:40 amICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
46h 35m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$853Ethiopian Air
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 am - 3:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
39h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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12:05 am - 7:40 amICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
46h 35m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$858Ethiopian Air
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 1
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8:15 pm - 6:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
31h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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1:55 pm - 10:00 amICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$1,005Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 30 - Wed, Dec 9
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11:45 am - 6:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
39h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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12:05 am - 10:00 amICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$1,006Turkish Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
20h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 10:30 pmICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
18h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,047American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Fri, Oct 30
American Airlines Logo
5:59 pm - 3:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
31h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 10:10 pmICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,050American Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 9
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2:10 pm - 1:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
32h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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1:55 am - 12:30 pmICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,071Cathay Pacific
Sun, Oct 25 - Mon, Nov 9
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12:30 am - 10:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
20h 00m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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11:40 am - 7:35 pmICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 55m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
$1,082EVA Air
Mon, Mar 1 - Wed, Sep 1
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11:30 pm - 6:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
28h 15m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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12:00 pm - 8:45 pmICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 45m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
$1,108EVA Air
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:15 pm - 2:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
31h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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1:55 am - 1:55 pmICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,194Cathay Pacific
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul start at $853. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,169 to $1,845. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $853 on Ethiopian Air.

What is the cheapest Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul flight route?

There's little price difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul routes. They average around $1,467 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul at $1,133 round-trip.
  • December ($2,000) and July ($1,897) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 76% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Seoul

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on ORD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on ICN

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$431
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Incheon Intl Airport

When to book flights from Chicago to Seoul

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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul flights:

    • Korean Air: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?

    Only Korean Air operates flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Seoul.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and may arrive at several airports in Seoul area, including Seoul Gimpo Intl (GMP) and Incheon Intl (ICN).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Korean Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $954 round-trip via Hong Kong Intl (HKG), compared to $1,886 for nonstop.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul most commonly connect through:

    • Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 20% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,368 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,690, a difference of $322. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Seoul?

    Some of the most popular sights in Seoul are Hongdae Area, Myeongdong Shopping Street and Seoul Station. These are among the most viewed places in Seoul on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:10 am and lands at 2:02 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:10 pm and lands at 3:02 am.

    The flight takes about 14h 52m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 40% above the route average of $1,519. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul takes 14h 52m, covering 6,514 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $588, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 57m, compared with 16h 58m via Tokyo Haneda (HND) and 18h 10m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Seoul?

    Seoul is 14 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Korean Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available in Seoul?

    Since Seoul is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Incheon Intl Airport (ICN) — daily rates from around $12:

    • WECAR
    • Wheego
    • Yesaway
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

    Near Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport (GMP) — daily rates from around $12:

    • Yesaway
    • Hi Rent
    • Wheego
    • Europcar
    • Bella Jeju

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul range from $1,169 to $1,845, with an average of $1,519 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,169 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,368 - about $322 less than Friday (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul trip for November. Fares historically average $1,133 round-trip in that month - typically $867 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $954 round-trip on this route - about $932 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Incheon Intl Airport

    · Grand Hyatt Incheon
    · Best Western Premier Incheon Airport
    · Hotel Ora Incheon

    Near Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport

    · Intercity Seoul Hotel
    · Hotel M Felice
    · The First Stay Hotel

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