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Cheapest round-trip
$691
Typical prices: $819-$1,221
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/28Tue 11/13
HNL - ICN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$825
Typical prices: $864-$1,282
AIR PREMIA
Thu 9/20Fri 10/5
HNL - ICN • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Korean Air and AIR PREMIA. Average duration is 9h 54m
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Cheapest • 9% average savings
Most popular
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 11% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $630 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 14h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Honolulu to Seoul (HNL-SEL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Honolulu to Seoul

Wed, Oct 28 - Fri, Nov 13
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1:45 pm - 11:00 amHNL  Honolulu-ICN Incheon Intl
26h 15m1 stop Osaka Kansai Intl
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7:30 am - 10:40 amICN  Incheon Intl-HNL Honolulu
22h 10m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$691Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21
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2:30 pm - 2:15 amHNL  Honolulu-ICN Incheon Intl
16h 45m1 stop Osaka Kansai Intl
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8:30 pm - 11:20 amICN  Incheon Intl-HNL Honolulu
33h 50m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$693Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Oct 5
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2:30 pm - 7:05 pmHNL  Honolulu-ICN Incheon Intl
9h 35mnonstop
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10:30 pm - 12:20 pmICN  Incheon Intl-HNL Honolulu
8h 50mnonstop
$825AIR PREMIA
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
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2:30 pm - 7:05 pmHNL  Honolulu-ICN Incheon Intl
9h 35mnonstop
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10:30 pm - 12:20 pmICN  Incheon Intl-HNL Honolulu
8h 50mnonstop
$827AIR PREMIA
Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Oct 15
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9:20 pm - 5:30 pmHNL  Honolulu-ICN Incheon Intl
25h 10m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:35 pm - 11:54 pmICN  Incheon Intl-HNL Honolulu
23h 19m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$1,504Alaska Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 17
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9:20 pm - 5:30 pmHNL  Honolulu-ICN Incheon Intl
25h 10m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:35 pm - 9:24 pmICN  Incheon Intl-HNL Honolulu
20h 49m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$1,504Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Dec 10
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11:28 am - 5:40 amHNL  Honolulu-ICN Incheon Intl
23h 12m2 stops Kona Intl San Francisco
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6:00 pm - 5:21 pmICN  Incheon Intl-HNL Honolulu
18h 21m1 stop San Francisco
$1,527Asiana Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 18
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12:05 pm - 5:35 pmHNL  Honolulu-ICN Incheon Intl
10h 30mnonstop
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10:20 pm - 11:10 amICN  Incheon Intl-HNL Honolulu
7h 50mnonstop
$1,563Delta
Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Nov 25
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1:05 pm - 5:40 pmHNL  Honolulu-ICN Incheon Intl
9h 35mnonstop
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10:20 pm - 11:10 amICN  Incheon Intl-HNL Honolulu
7h 50mnonstop
$1,563Delta
Mon, Dec 28 - Mon, Jan 18
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11:59 pm - 4:15 pmHNL  Honolulu-ICN Incheon Intl
21h 16m1 stop San Francisco
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12:45 pm - 2:11 pmICN  Incheon Intl-HNL Honolulu
20h 26m2 stops San Francisco Kahului
$1,666Asiana Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Honolulu to Seoul flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Honolulu to Seoul with more confidence.

What is the cheapest Honolulu to Seoul flight route?

Honolulu (HNL) to Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport (GMP) is the cheapest Honolulu to Seoul route, averaging $824 round-trip. Other Honolulu to Seoul routes average $992, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Honolulu to Seoul?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Honolulu to Seoul, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Honolulu to Seoul?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Honolulu to Seoul at $876 round-trip.
  • December ($1,198) and July ($1,115) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 36% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Honolulu to Seoul the cheapest?

Flights from Honolulu to Seoul are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Honolulu to Seoul

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on Asiana Airlines

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Robert Schrader

Expert on Korean Air and 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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Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on HNL

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Honolulu to Seoul flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

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Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Honolulu to Seoul

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Your Honolulu 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 Honolulu to Seoul flights?

    Among airlines operating Honolulu to Seoul flights:

    • AIR PREMIA: offers free seat selection
    • Korean Air: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers free seat selection
    • Asiana Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Honolulu to Seoul?

    2 airlines operate flights between Honolulu and Seoul. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • Korean Air
    • AIR PREMIA

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Honolulu to Seoul?

    Flights from Honolulu to Seoul usually depart from Honolulu (HNL) 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 Honolulu to Seoul flights?

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

    • AIR PREMIA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • 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 Honolulu to Seoul?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Honolulu to Seoul:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Honolulu to Seoul?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $630 round-trip via Incheon Intl (ICN), compared to $1,033 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Honolulu to Seoul?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $25–$75 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Honolulu to Seoul pass through?

    One-stop flights from Honolulu to Seoul most commonly connect through:

    • Tokyo Haneda (HND) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Narita (NRT) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 16% of one-stop connections

    Tokyo Haneda (HND) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Honolulu to Seoul?

    On the Honolulu to Seoul route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 25%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $845 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,118: a $273 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Honolulu to Seoul spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Honolulu 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.

  • How long is a flight from Honolulu to Seoul?

    A nonstop flight from Honolulu to Seoul takes 9h 54m, covering 4,535 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Honolulu to Seoul?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Honolulu to Seoul:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:05 pm and lands at 9:59 pm
    • Latest: departs at 3:00 pm and lands at 12:54 am.

    The flight takes about 9h 54m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Honolulu to Seoul flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 6% above the route average of $984. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Honolulu 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 Honolulu to Seoul looking right now?

    One-way fares from Honolulu to Seoul are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $801, which is 48% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Honolulu to Seoul?

    Flying via Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 38m, compared with 15h 48m via Tokyo Narita (NRT) and 15h 54m via Tokyo Haneda (HND).

  • What is the time difference between Honolulu and Seoul?

    Seoul is 19 hours ahead of Honolulu (Korean Time vs Hawaii-Aleutian 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 Honolulu to Seoul flight?

    Round-trip flights from Honolulu to Seoul range from $819 to $1,221, with an average of $984 over the past 12 months. Anything below $819 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Honolulu 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 Sunday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $845 - about $273 less than Saturday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 15% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Honolulu to Seoul trip for March. Fares historically average $876 round-trip in that month - typically $322 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 Incheon Intl Airport (ICN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $630 round-trip on this route - about $403 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 Hu Incheon Airport

    Near Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport

    · The First Stay Hotel
    · Royal Square Hotel Seoul
    · Hotel M Felice

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