Flying from Atlanta to Seoul: what you need to know
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is Atlanta's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Atlanta to Seoul taking off from here.
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Seoul, Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the major entry points.
Take a direct Atlanta to Seoul flight and you'll be flying for an average of 15 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is 13 hours ahead of Atlanta.
The most popular route for flights from Atlanta to Seoul is from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). You can select from 21 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from ATL to ICN is the 09:15 Delta Air Lines service. If you prefer to travel later, the final scheduled service is at 23:55 with Delta Air Lines.
To ensure you board your Atlanta to Seoul flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Seoul
Right now, Rs109,162 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Seoul. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs211,818. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap Atlanta to Seoul flights, reserve your trip five months before your planned departure.
August is the best month for picking up an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Atlanta to Seoul. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
You can catch a direct flight from Atlanta to Seoul jetting off from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Start your journey at ATL and come in for landing at Incheon International Airport (ICN).
Delta Air Lines is a leading airline that offers direct Atlanta to Seoul plane tickets from ATL.
We make it easy to book an Atlanta to Seoul flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Atlanta to Seoul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, data shows 76.64% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is approximately 48 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Atlanta to Seoul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ICN:
Pick up an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Incheon International Airport around four weeks in advance of your Atlanta to Seoul flight.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Central Seoul is roughly 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Disembark your flight from Atlanta to Seoul and then keep your eyes peeled for any airport signs directing you to the centre.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to GMP. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Atlanta to Seoul:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at GMP can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Atlanta to Seoul. July is the most popular month to travel to Seoul. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Book an Atlanta to Seoul ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Seoul to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Atlanta to Seoul in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Seoul
Once you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Seoul, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are essential stops on your Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many cities in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Seoul. Around 322 kilometres to the south-east, its top attractions include Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in South Korea, head for Incheon, about 56 kilometres west of Seoul. Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스 are key reasons to visit.