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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Seoul.Rs124,650 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Flair Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs124,650, select.
Seoul.Rs129,117 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs129,117, select.
Seoul.Rs134,175 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs134,175, select.
Seoul.Rs135,932 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs135,932, select.
Seoul.Rs142,139 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs142,139, select.
Seoul.Rs152,009 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 2 Jan, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs152,009, select.
Seoul.Rs152,290 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Dec.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 29 Dec, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs152,290, select.
Seoul.Rs154,162 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs154,162, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from Rs167,801
Jun
from Rs154,162
Jul
from Rs129,117
Aug
from Rs134,175
Sep
from Rs124,650
Oct
from Rs135,932
Nov
from Rs142,139
Dec
from Rs152,290
Jan
from Rs152,009
Feb
from Rs177,278
Mar
from Rs175,800
Apr
from Rs191,733

Direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul

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New York to Seoul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs124,650
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time15 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week68

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Seoul: Gimpo International and Incheon International.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul is Rs278,243. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
15 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul.
Delta, Korean Air and Thai Airways fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul.
As of May 2025, there are 68 flights per week flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul.
The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Seoul is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from New York John F. Kennedy Airport, the cheapest airport near Seoul is Incheon International – which is 47.8 km away from the centre of Seoul. We've found flights into this airport from Rs278,243.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Seoul on Thursday, 11 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 37 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Seoul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Seoul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. August is typically the warmest month in Seoul, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Etihad Airways and Asiana Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Seoul.

Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Seoul: what you need to know

  • Around 14 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul.

  • The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9. The city is 13 hours ahead of New York, where John F. Kennedy International Airport is located.

  • With 24 flights a week between the two airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route. Asiana Airlines operates the earliest flight at 00:35. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from JFK to ICN is with Korean Air at 13:20.

  • To avoid missing your JFK to Seoul flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Start your trip at JFK and fly nonstop to Incheon International Airport (ICN). That's where you can expect to land when searching for John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul tickets.

  • Korean Air is a leading airline that offers direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul.

  • We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from JFK to Seoul with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

  • Travelling from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • In search of a hotel near JFK? If you've booked an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, data shows 74.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Seoul

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul flight is Rs124,650. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs278,243. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap flights from JFK to Seoul, book your journey one month ahead of your planned departure.

  • The best month for scoring cheap John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from JFK to Seoul.

  • Find an affordable flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Seoul

Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near ICN:

  • Pick up an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own set of wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from JFK to Seoul.

Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

  • Central Seoul is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Step off your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul and then be on the lookout for any airport signs that'll help you reach the city centre.

  • The trip will take about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near GMP. Kick back and get cosy after your JFK to Seoul flight at one of these well-located options:

  • GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car make collecting a Gimpo International Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.

  • Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at GMP will save you money.

Best time to go to Seoul

  • Visit Seoul in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • Before booking a John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from JFK to Seoul around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Seoul

  • Once you've booked your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Seoul, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:

  • Bukchon Hanok Village and Gyeongbokgung Palace are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Seoul to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out N Seoul Tower.

Explore more of South Korea

  • You've visited Seoul, now it's time to discover more of South Korea. Journey around 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to check off its must-visit sights. From Haeundae Beach to Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Daegu is another standout destination in South Korea and is around 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. No trip is complete without a visit to Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from New York to Seoul

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