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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York Newark to Seoul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to Seoul flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from New York Newark to Seoul

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York Newark to Seoul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

New York to Seoul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP50,954
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time15 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineAir Premia
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from New York Newark 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 Newark to Seoul is P50,954. 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 25 minutes is the average flight time from New York Newark to Seoul.
Air Premia flies direct from New York Newark to Seoul.
As of February 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from New York Newark to Seoul.
The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Seoul is usually February 2025.
If you're flying from New York Newark 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 P50,954.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Seoul on Tuesday, 8 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 25 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 February, the average temperature is usually around -2°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, Air Premia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Seoul.

Flying from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Seoul: what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seoul and you'll be in the air for an average of 14 hours.

  • Newark Liberty International Airport is located in New York. Operating on the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is 13 hours ahead of New York.

  • The most popular route is from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). You can select from 3 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from EWR to ICN is the 00:01 Air Premia service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 01:00 with Air Premia.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from EWR to Seoul. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Going away during a peak time like August? Popular periods (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seoul that arrives at Incheon International Airport (ICN).

  • Air Premia is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seoul.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from EWR to Seoul. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • You'll need an ETA for South Korea if you have a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seoul, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.

  • The journey from central New York to EWR takes approximately 1 hour and 11 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 28 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Need a handy hotel close to EWR? If you're boarding an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seoul, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Seoul

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seoul is P26,908. The cheapest price for a return flight is P50,954. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap tickets from EWR to Seoul, reserve your journey 9 months before your planned departure.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seoul. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from EWR to Seoul. You don't need to look every day to see if prices have fallen. We'll let you know the moment the price changes.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seoul.

Airports in Seoul

Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul is about 48 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 44 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seoul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:

Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

  • Central Seoul is approximately 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Make your way off your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seoul and then keep an eye out for any airport signs that'll help you get to the centre.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 3 minutes.

  • There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near GMP. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from EWR to Seoul at one of these perfectly located options:

Best time to go to Seoul

  • It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seoul. July is the busiest month for a trip to Seoul. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seoul for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from EWR to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.

More about Seoul

  • Once you've booked your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seoul, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are top sights which should feature on every Seoul itinerary.

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