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Cheapest time to fly from London to Seoul

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of November. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Flight Duration16 h and 25 mFlights between London and Seoul take, on average, 16 h and 25 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight£271Cheapest price for a flight between London and Seoul found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Origin airportsGatwick Airport, Heathrow Airport, London Stansted Airport, London Luton Airport, London City AirportFor flights from London to Seoul

Destination airportsIncheon International AirportWhen travelling from London to Seoul

High seasonMarchAccording to search data from our customers, March is the busiest time to fly from London to Seoul

Airlines flying this routeVirgin Atlantic, Asiana Airlines, Korean AirAirline(s) with flights between London to Seoul

One-way average Price£619The average price for a flight London - Seoul at Opodo is £619, based on the price of last 6 months

Best time to bookMarchAccording to real data February is the most popular time to book a flight to Seoul when departing from London

Airlines that fly from London to Seoul

Exchange rate

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Last checked on Thu 12/11

Distance: 5,504 mi

London airports

Gatwick Airport (LGW)How far from city centre: 25 mi

Heathrow Airport (LHR)How far from city centre: 14 mi

London Stansted Airport (STN)How far from city centre: 30 mi

London Luton Airport (LTN)How far from city centre: 28 mi

London City Airport (LCY)How far from city centre: 8 mi

Seoul airports

Incheon International Airport (ICN)How far from city centre: 35 mi

London to Seoul flights

London to Seoul flights land at Incheon International Airport, which is built on an artificial island 32 miles west of the city.

Korean Air flies direct from Heathrow, Qatar Airways connects through Doha, and Asiana Airlines also serves the route.

The route is priced from £271.

Departing from London

Departures primarily leave from London Heathrow (LHR), which is situated 16 miles west of central London, and Korean Air flies to Seoul from Terminal 4. The airport is accessible via the Piccadilly line, which runs frequent services from the city centre, including Night Tube operations on Friday and Saturday nights. For the fastest connection, the Heathrow Express travels from London Paddington to the airport in 15 minutes.

London Gatwick (LGW) offers additional flight options. Located 29 miles south of the city, Gatwick is served by the Gatwick Express from Victoria station, taking around 30 minutes.

Arriving in Seoul

Flights to the South Korean capital land at Incheon International Airport (ICN). The most efficient way to reach central Seoul is via the AREX (Airport Railroad Express), which runs direct from Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 to Seoul Station in 43 to 51 minutes. Alternatively, airport bus service 6001 operates between 5:45am and 10:45pm, with a travel time of roughly 60 minutes.

Private hire vehicles and taxis are available outside the airport. While some regional and domestic flights use Gimpo International (GMP), almost all arrivals from London will process through Incheon.

Entry requirements for Seoul

British citizens can enter South Korea for tourism or business for up to 90 days without a visa. You must ensure your passport is valid for the duration of your stay. As requirements can change, travellers are advised to check the latest K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) status or visa-waiver updates with the South Korean embassy before departure.

Upon arrival, you will go through immigration and customs at Incheon International Airport. It is standard practice to provide fingerprints and a facial photograph during the entry process. Ensure you have your return ticket and proof of accommodation details available for inspection by border officials.

Things to do in Seoul

You can explore the tranquil secret gardens of Changdeokgung Palace or take in the expansive urban landscape from the N Seoul Tower.

For a taste of local life, visit Gwangjang Market to sample traditional Korean street food or enjoy a meal at a local barbecue restaurant. The Cheonggyecheon stream offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city, perfect for a stroll away from the urban bustle.

Frequently asked questions about flights from London to Seoul

On average, how much is the price of a flight from London to Seoul?

When you fly from London to Seoul the average price is £619. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.

How can I find cheap flights from London to Seoul at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from London to Seoul is 271 £. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

When is the best time to book a flight from London to Seoul?

The most popular months to book a flight from London to Seoul are September, November and October, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from London to Seoul?

The best time of the year to go to Seoul when flying from London depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, September is the top 1º month to fly to Seoul from London in terms of searches from our customer, followed by July and October. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, January, May and April are the months with less volume of searchs for the route London - Seoul.

How long does the flight take to go from London to Seoul?

The total flight time between London and Seoul is of around 16 h and 25 m on average, considering an average distance of 5,504.42 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

Which airports have flights between London and Seoul?

The main airport route flying between London and Seoul is: Gatwick Airport (LHR) to Incheon International Airport(ICN). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Which are the airlines with flights from London to Seoul?

Airlines with direct flights departing from London to Seoul are:

Virgin Atlantic.
Asiana Airlines.
Korean Air.

Etihad Airways

Qatar Airways
China Southern Airlines

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