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Cheapest round-trip
$952
Typical prices: $1,192-$1,754
AIR PREMIA
Sun 11/25Sun 12/2
IAD - ICN • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$955
Typical prices: $1,205-$1,761
AIR PREMIA
Thu 2/1Sat 3/3
IAD - ICN • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Korean Air and AIR PREMIA. Average duration is 15h 50m
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Cheapest • 31% average savings
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $942 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 17h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Seoul (WAS-SEL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Seoul

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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11:35 pm - 5:25 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
15h 50mnonstop
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10:20 pm - 2:49 pmICN  Incheon Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
30h 29m3 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$952Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 20
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11:35 pm - 5:25 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
15h 50mnonstop
AIR PREMIA Logo
9:05 pm - 8:35 pmICN  Incheon Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 30mnonstop
$955AIR PREMIA
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 18
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11:35 pm - 5:25 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
15h 50mnonstop
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1:10 pm - 6:30 pmICN  Incheon Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
19h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
$955Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Mar 3
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11:35 pm - 5:25 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
15h 50mnonstop
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9:05 pm - 8:35 pmICN  Incheon Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 30mnonstop
$955AIR PREMIA
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 14
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1:30 pm - 6:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
38h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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12:05 am - 11:45 amICN  Incheon Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 40m1 stop Istanbul
$1,017Turkish Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 7
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1:30 pm - 6:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
38h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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12:05 am - 7:25 pmICN  Incheon Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
33h 20m1 stop Istanbul
$1,017Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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6:59 am - 6:25 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-ICN Incheon Intl
21h 26m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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8:10 pm - 10:38 pmICN  Incheon Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
40h 28m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$1,066Air Canada
Mon, Feb 15 - Mon, Jun 28
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11:55 pm - 10:30 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
20h 35m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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12:00 pm - 10:30 pmICN  Incheon Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 30m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
$1,127EVA Air
Wed, Jan 6 - Fri, Jan 22
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5:08 pm - 4:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
33h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:50 pm - 10:04 amICN  Incheon Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29h 14m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
$1,130American Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 20
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11:55 pm - 10:30 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
20h 35m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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11:40 am - 8:55 pmICN  Incheon Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 15m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
$1,137EVA Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Seoul flights

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What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Seoul flight route?

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) to Incheon Intl Airport (ICN) is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Seoul route, averaging $1,478 round-trip. Other Washington, D.C. to Seoul routes average $2,497, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Seoul?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Seoul. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Seoul?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Seoul at $1,176 round-trip.
•December ($1,975) and June ($1,668) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Washington, D.C. to Seoul the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Seoul are cheapest 6 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 Washington, D.C. to Seoul

 
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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.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on IAD

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.

Key details for Washington, D.C. to Seoul flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 58% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 63% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Incheon Intl Airport

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Seoul

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Your Washington, D.C. to Seoul 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 Washington, D.C. to Seoul?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Washington, D.C. to Seoul:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:35 am and lands at 4:25 pm
    • Latest: departs at 11:35 pm and lands at 3:25 pm.

    The flight takes about 15h 50m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. to Seoul?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Seoul:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. to Seoul?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Seoul takes 15h 50m, covering 6,933 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 much should I expect to pay for a Washington, D.C. to Seoul flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Seoul range from $1,192 to $1,754, with an average of $1,483 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,192 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. to Seoul flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the $1,483 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Washington, D.C. to Seoul?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $942 round-trip via Beijing Capital (PEK), compared to $1,495 for nonstop.

  • How are flight departures from Washington, D.C. to Seoul spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. to Seoul flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Seoul looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Seoul are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $558, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $47:

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

    Near Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport (GMP) — daily rates averaging $51:

    • Wheego
    • Yesaway
    • Hi Rent
    • Europcar
    • Cartago Rent A Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. to Seoul?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. to Seoul may depart from several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD), with arrivals available at Seoul area airports such as Seoul Gimpo Intl (GMP) and Incheon Intl (ICN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Seoul pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Seoul most commonly connect through:

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 14% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Seoul?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Seoul. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,393 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,729, a difference of $336.

    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 Washington, D.C. to Seoul?

    2 airlines operate flights between Washington, D.C. and Seoul. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Korean Air
    • AIR PREMIA

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. to Seoul?

    Flying via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 46m, compared with 17h 52m via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) and 18h 15m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. and Seoul?

    Seoul is 13 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. (Korean Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Seoul?

    Some of the most popular sights in Seoul are Dongdaemun Market and COEX Convention and Exhibition Center. These are among the most viewed places in Seoul on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Washington, D.C. to Seoul flights?

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. 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.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Washington, D.C. 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 always check the fare details before booking.

  • What documentation do I need to fly from Washington, D.C. (IAD) to Seoul (ICN)?

    The most crucial document you will need is a valid passport. Your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay in South Korea. South Korea has visa-free arrangements with many countries, including the United States. U.S. citizens visiting South Korea for tourism or business purposes are generally allowed to stay for up to 90 days without a visa.

  • Which airlines flying from Washington, D.C. (IAD) to Seoul (ICN) consider dietary needs?

    Korean Air offers special meal options such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and kosher. United Airlines also offer a range of special meals, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, and diabetic-friendly options. Passengers can request these special meals in advance during the booking process or by contacting the airline directly.

  • Can I upgrade to first class on Japan Airlines for my flight from Washington D.C. to Seoul?

    JAL has a loyalty program called JAL Mileage Bank, where members can earn miles and use them to upgrade their seats, subject to availability and specific rules and conditions. Additionally, JAL offers the option of purchasing an upgrade to first class using cash. Depending on availability, this can be done at the time of booking or during check-in.

  • How can I get downtown from Incheon International Airport (ICN)?

    One popular method is to take the Airport Railroad Express (AREX), which provides both an Express Train and an All-Stop Train. The Express Train offers a non-stop journey to Seoul Station, a central transportation hub, in about 43 minutes. The All-Stop Train makes multiple stops along the way, taking approximately 53 minutes to reach Seoul Station. Both options offer plenty of seating and designated spaces for luggage storage.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. to Seoul 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 $1,393, about $336 less than Saturday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 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 Washington, D.C. to Seoul trip for January. Fares historically average $1,176 round-trip in that month - typically $799 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 Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $942 round-trip on this route - about $553 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
    • Hotel Ora Incheon
    • Hotel Hu Incheon Airport

    Near Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport

    • Inter City Seoul
    • The First Stay Hotel
    • Hotel M Felice
  • If you want a place to relax before your trip from Washington D.C. to Seoul (ICN), Dulles Airport (IAD) features the Air France-KLM Lounge in Concourse A. This lounge is open to Air France and KLM passengers and SkyTeam Elite Plus members up to three hours before departure. The lounge offers pre-flight dining, power outlets and USB ports, showers, and a work area.
  • Can a minor travel unaccompanied from Washington, D.C., to Seoul? ANA Airlines has a service called ANA Junior Pilot that is mandatory for children between the ages of 5 and 11 years traveling alone. The guardian needs to provide the child’s passport, completed consent forms, and contact details. The service ensures that staff assist the child from check-in, during the flight, and upon arrival at the destination.
  • SkyTeam Alliance is a popular choice if you are looking for flight alliances when traveling from Washington D.C. (IAD) to Seoul (ICN). With Airlines such as Korean Air and Delta Air Lines, you can access loyalty programs and earn redeemable miles, seamless travel for those in maritime and offshore industries, and flexible flight schedules.
  • You will most likely have layovers in Boston Edward L Logan International, John F Kennedy International, and Tokyo International Airport if you are traveling with All Nippon Airways (ANA) or Japan Airlines (JAL). Other Airlines, such as Cathay Pacific and United Airlines, may connect through Hong Kong.
  • If you are committed to sustainability, various airline options exist from Washington to Seoul. ANA has placed a strong emphasis on sustainability, aiming to be one of the world’s leading eco-friendly airlines. They have implemented measures to reduce CO2 emissions, such as fleet modernization, operational efficiency improvements, and the use of sustainable aviation fuel. ANA also actively promotes recycling and waste reduction.

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