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Cheapest round-trip
$927
Typical prices: $1,018-$1,525
Philippine Airlines
Sat 3/31Sat 4/14
ICN - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,597
Typical prices: $1,327-$1,733
Korean Air
Tue 10/16Mon 10/29
ICN - ORD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Korean Air. Average duration is 12h 50m
Direct flights
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ICN - ORD
Cheapest • 6% average savings
GMP - ORD
Most popular
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When to book
10 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 53% price drop
May
Most popular
Good to know
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $648 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 16h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Seoul to Chicago (SEL-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Seoul to Chicago

Wed, Mar 31 - Fri, Apr 16
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7:20 am - 5:55 pmICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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11:45 pm - 7:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
29h 30m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$927Philippine Airlines
Wed, Mar 31 - Wed, Apr 14
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7:20 am - 5:55 pmICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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11:45 pm - 5:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
40h 10m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$927Philippine Airlines
Mon, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 18
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6:55 pm - 2:32 pmICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 37m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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3:35 pm - 5:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
34h 35m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$1,146Air Canada
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Jan 20
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6:55 pm - 2:37 pmICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 42m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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3:35 pm - 5:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
34h 35m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$1,158Air Canada
Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Jan 20
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8:00 pm - 1:19 pmICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 19m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
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7:40 am - 5:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
42h 55m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$1,413Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Jan 19
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8:00 pm - 1:19 pmICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 19m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
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2:13 pm - 5:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
36h 22m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$1,413Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Mon, Jan 4
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10:40 am - 8:30 amICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 50mnonstop
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6:00 am - 4:40 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
31h 40m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,449Delta
Thu, Dec 24 - Mon, Dec 28
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10:40 am - 8:30 amICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 50mnonstop
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6:25 pm - 5:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
32h 20m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,454Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Thu, Oct 29
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10:40 am - 9:30 amICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 50mnonstop
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12:10 pm - 5:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
15h 05mnonstop
$1,597Korean Air
Thu, Dec 24 - Sun, Jan 3
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10:40 am - 8:30 amICN  Incheon Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 50mnonstop
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11:10 am - 5:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
15h 05mnonstop
$1,609Korean Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Seoul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Seoul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport typically range from $1,018 to $1,525. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $927, on Philippine Airlines.

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

Incheon Intl Airport (ICN) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) is the cheapest Seoul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route, averaging $1,273 round-trip. Other Seoul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport routes average $1,443, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seoul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $600 round-trip.
•July ($1,703) and August ($1,466) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 183% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Seoul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% 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 Seoul to Chicago

 
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Robert Schrader

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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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta and 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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Key details for Seoul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$549
Beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 15% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Incheon Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Seoul to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Seoul to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Seoul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 10:40 am and lands at 11:30 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:40 am and lands at 11:30 pm.

    The flight takes about 12h 50m.

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

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

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

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    A nonstop flight from Seoul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 12h 50m, covering 6,514 miles.

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

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

    Round-trip flights from Seoul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $1,018 to $1,525, with an average of $1,276 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,018 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 2% below the route average of $1,276. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory is limited.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $648 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $1,486 for nonstop.

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

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

  • Have flight prices from Seoul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $927 to $6,849. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Seoul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $1,006.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Ace

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

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

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

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

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Seoul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,200 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,428, a difference of $228.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

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

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 33m, compared with 17h 02m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 18h 51m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Seoul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Seoul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 always check the fare details before booking.

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

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,200, about $228 less than Saturday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Seoul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for November. Fares historically average $600 round-trip in that month - typically $1,103 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $648 round-trip on this route - about $838 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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