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Cheapest round-trip
$669
Typical prices: $458-$633
Air Canada
Sun 11/8Wed 11/18
ICN - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$669
Typical prices: $518-$1,094
AIR PREMIA
Mon 10/19Thu 10/29
ICN - LAX • Non-stop
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For economy, Air Premia offers 33-35 inches of legroom, above most airlines.
Asiana Smartium adds 4 extra inches and priority boarding on A350 flights.
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Cheapest • Avg $655 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 14h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Seoul to Los Angeles (SEL-LAX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Seoul to Los Angeles that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Seoul to Los Angeles

Sun, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 18
Air Canada Logo
6:55 pm - 10:31 pmICN  Incheon Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
20h 36m1 stop Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
7:15 am - 5:10 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ICN Incheon Intl
16h 55m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$669Air Canada
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 21
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5:45 pm - 9:35 pmICN  Incheon Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
19h 50m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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6:45 am - 4:05 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ICN Incheon Intl
17h 20m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$669Air Canada
Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 23
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1:00 pm - 8:20 amICN  Incheon Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
11h 20mnonstop
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10:50 am - 3:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ICN Incheon Intl
13h 00mnonstop
$669AIR PREMIA
Tue, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 14
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1:00 pm - 8:20 amICN  Incheon Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
11h 20mnonstop
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10:50 am - 3:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ICN Incheon Intl
13h 00mnonstop
$669AIR PREMIA
Mon, Sep 21 - Sat, Sep 26
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:35 pm - 6:46 pmICN  Incheon Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
15h 11m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:03 am - 5:30 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ICN Incheon Intl
16h 27m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$670Alaska Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 18
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:35 pm - 8:51 pmICN  Incheon Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
17h 16m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 5:30 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ICN Incheon Intl
17h 00m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$670Alaska Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Apr 22
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8:00 pm - 2:21 pmICN  Incheon Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
34h 21m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Vancouver Intl
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6:10 pm - 12:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ICN Incheon Intl
26h 30m2 stops Vancouver Intl Hong Kong Intl
$670Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 8
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2:10 pm - 4:41 pmICN  Incheon Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
19h 31m2 stops Osaka Kansai Intl Vancouver Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 5:05 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ICN Incheon Intl
32h 50m2 stops Vancouver Intl Hong Kong Intl
$670Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25
United Airlines Logo
4:50 pm - 9:32 amICN  Incheon Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
32h 42m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:29 pm - 4:20 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ICN Incheon Intl
14h 51m1 stop San Francisco
$686United Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25
United Airlines Logo
4:50 pm - 9:32 amICN  Incheon Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
32h 42m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
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10:53 am - 4:20 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ICN Incheon Intl
25h 27m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
$686United Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Seoul to Los Angeles flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Seoul to Los Angeles to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Seoul to Los Angeles?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Seoul to Los Angeles departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Los Angeles from Seoul usually cost between $670 and $941 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $669 on AIR PREMIA (Sep 15-Sep 18).

What is the cheapest Seoul to Los Angeles flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Seoul to Los Angeles costs $376 on the route between Incheon Intl Airport (ICN) and Los Angeles (LAX). It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seoul to Los Angeles?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Seoul to Los Angeles clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Los Angeles on a Monday and more expensive on a Thursday. On your return trip to Seoul, you should consider flying back on a Sunday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Los Angeles?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Seoul to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles is November, where tickets cost $508 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $888 and $847 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Seoul to Los Angeles?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $889, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Seoul to Los Angeles?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Seoul to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Seoul to Los Angeles, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Seoul to Los Angeles

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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John Walton

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Expert on AIR PREMIA and 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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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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Expert on LAX

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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Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$449
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Seoul to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Seoul to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Seoul to Los Angeles: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Seoul to Los Angeles 
Verified travelerFlew with AIR PREMIA-Jan 2026
Get a mobile boarding pass ahead of time. Also, register for the Smartpass (requires an app) for a shorter line at the security.
highoutputFlew with Korean Air-Jan 2025
Wear comfortable clothes. Bring whatever you need to be comfortable
Verified travelerFlew with Korean Air-Oct 2024
If you are traveling with Korea Air and you think you want to have better seats, book it from the beginning. The run out of availability quickly

FAQs for booking flights from Seoul to Los Angeles

  • What kind of flights exists from Seoul to Los Angeles?

    There are various nonstop flights available operating between Seoul and Los Angeles International Airport. These airlines include Hawaiian Airlines, Japan Airlines, and American Airlines available throughout the week. Alternatively, you can choose flight options with one-stop such as Japan Airlines usually with a stop in Honolulu if you are looking to save more money. The connecting flights offer excellent services to both economic and business class passengers.

  • Are there services for people with reduced mobility at ICN?

    You can arrange for assistance when flying out through Incheon International Airport to have assistance when you arrive at the airport to help get through the security and your gate. The airport is equipped with adapted rooms, reserved parking spaces, and exclusive transportation systems to help travelers with reduced mobility. As for the arrival airport LAX, there is multiple assistance for people with hidden disabilities, including wheelchairs and extra service.

  • Is there public transportation from Seoul City Center to Incheon International Airport?

    Yes, you can access the airport via multiple transportation systems, including trains, taxis, and buses. Using an airport taxi is the most convenient option since they only take 60min to reach the airport and are available 24/7. On the other hand, the train takes almost the same time but could cost a bit less.

  • Are there hotels at LAX?

    There are several hotels near LAX Airport, such as Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel located at 1.05 miles, and Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles located at 0.9 miles, where you can spend the night if you are arriving late. These hotels are easily accessible and offer excellent services to unwind after a long flight and avoid the night hassle.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Seoul to Los Angeles?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Seoul to Los Angeles was $449 for a one-way ticket and $669 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Seoul and Los Angeles?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Seoul to Los Angeles?

    Seoul has 2 major airports: Seoul Gimpo Intl and Incheon Intl. Los Angeles is the only airport in Los Angeles. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from Seoul Incheon Airport.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Seoul to Los Angeles?

    Asiana Airlines, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Seoul to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Seoul to Los Angeles?

    The Airbus A380-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Seoul to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Seoul to Los Angeles?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Seoul and Los Angeles, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Seoul to Los Angeles?

    There are nonstop flights from Seoul to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles, Korean Air or AIR PREMIA?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Seoul to Los Angeles are Korean Air and AIR PREMIA. With an average price for the route of $1,018 and an overall rating of 8.4, Korean Air is the most popular choice. AIR PREMIA is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $722 and an overall rating of 8.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Seoul to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Seoul to Los Angeles.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Seoul to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from Seoul is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Seoul to Los Angeles?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to Seoul with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Seoul to Los Angeles?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Los Angeles from Seoul up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Seoul to Los Angeles

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $524 or less one-way and $835 or less round-trip.
  • Incheon International Airport (ICN) is one of the main hubs of the country located in Seoul. It serves most of the international flights.
  • It is possible to fly out of Seoul using two different airports, Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP). However, Incheon International Airport is the leading international airport serving Seoul and the surrounding cities with direct flights to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). On the other hand, Gimpo International Airport is the secondary airport operating primarily with domestic flights.
  • There are multiple lounges at both the departure and arrival airports where passengers can unwind and relax before and after the flight. These lounges include Matina Lounge West, located at Terminal 1 Gate 43, Singapore Airlines Silverkris, located in Terminal 1, and Jeju Airline, situated in Terminal 2 at ICN. On the other hand, LAX lounges include Centurion Lounge, Etihad Lounge, Emirates Lounge, LA International Lounge, and many more located at Terminal B of the airport.
  • Since Los Angeles uses USD as opposed to KWR in Seoul, there are multiple currency exchange offices at the departure and arrival airports. If you decide to change your KWR to USD in Seoul, you will find the exchange offices at passenger terminals in ICN. Alternatively, you can exchange your currency at Terminals 2, 5, and 6 once you arrive at Los Angeles International Airport.
  • If you are traveling with a minor to Los Angeles International Airport, there are multiple play areas where you can have your kids unwind after the flight while waiting for airport transfers. The Play areas are located inside Tom Bradley International Terminal. The play area is equipped with beach toys, slides, and many more.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Seoul to Los Angeles

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