Travelling from Moscow to Seoul: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Moscow to Seoul begins with finding the right airport to kick off your trip. Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO), Moscow Vnukovo Airport (VKO) and Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME) are the main terminals in Moscow.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are Seoul's primary gateways.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is six hours ahead of Moscow.
To ensure you board your Moscow to Seoul flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Moscow to Seoul
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap Moscow to Seoul flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Moscow to Seoul throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Moscow to Seoul.
Find a cheap Moscow to Seoul flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Moscow
Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO)
We make it a breeze to book a Moscow to Seoul flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX)
Travelling from central Moscow to SVO takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Moscow to Seoul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart SVO land on time.
Moscow Vnukovo Airport (VKO)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Moscow to VKO in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 27 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 45 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Moscow to Seoul, kick back in one of these hotels close to Moscow Vnukovo Airport:
68% of flights taking off from Moscow Vnukovo Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME)
When searching for a ticket from Moscow to Seoul out of Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME), you can choose from a few stopover options. Consider making a detour to Istanbul Airport (IST), one of the most popular connection points on this route.
From central Moscow, DME is around 40 kilometres away. It takes roughly 45 minutes to arrive by car and 45 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make taking an early Moscow to Seoul flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Moscow Domodedovo Airport and get to your check-in counter with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive without delays. At DME, that rate is 68%.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is approximately 48 kilometres from central Seoul. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Moscow to Seoul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and experience more of Seoul and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks ahead of your Moscow to Seoul flight.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
As soon as your flight from Moscow to Seoul has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Seoul is approximately 18 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
The trip will take approximately 35 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Moscow to Seoul, rest your head at a hotel close to GMP. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or long taxi queues. Pick up a Gimpo International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at GMP will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Moscow to Seoul. August is the busiest month to visit Seoul. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
Lock in a Moscow to Seoul ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Seoul to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Moscow to Seoul in January if you like travelling in 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 Moscow to Seoul, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are just two of the big attractions to add to your Seoul itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
You've seen Seoul, now it's time to discover other corners of South Korea. Journey about 338 kilometres southeast to Busan to check off its leading sights. From Gamcheon Culture Village to Haeundae Beach and Oryukdo Skywalk, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Incheon is another essential stop in South Korea and is around 27 kilometres southwest of Seoul. No trip is complete without experiencing Songdo Central Park, Songdo Hanok Village and Wolmi Theme Park.
