Flights from San Francisco to Seoul
Nonstop flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Seoul (ICN) take about 11h 51m. Air Premia and United Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $319 one-way, nonstop (8 Oct 2026).
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San Francisco → Seoul flights
Fares seen from $319 one-way (8 Oct 2026). Live prices for your dates on the booking site.
Route snapshot: San Francisco to Seoul
San Francisco (SFO) to Seoul (ICN) is 9,085 km, about 11h 51m flying nonstop. Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on this route include Air Premia and United Airlines. The lowest one-way fare seen recently was $319 with Air Premia (nonstop), departing 22 Mar 2027 — as of 8 Oct 2026.
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Why travelers watch this route
Fares seen
The lowest one-way fare seen was $319 with Air Premia (nonstop), departing 22 Mar 2027; with connections it dropped to $226. Checked 8 Oct 2026 — fares move daily.
Seasonality
Seoul demand usually strengthens around April – June, September – November, which can push fares higher on this corridor.
Who flies it
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares here include Air Premia and United Airlines. More carriers may sell it with a connection.
Airlines flying San Francisco to Seoul
Carriers on SFO–ICN according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 8 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.
Best time to fly to Seoul
Based on weather and travel conditions in South Korea
Spring and autumn offer mild weather and stunning scenery. Summer (July–August) is hot and rainy; winter is bitterly cold but perfect for ski resorts like Gangwon.
Direct & Connecting Flights
Nonstop flights link San Francisco (SFO) and Seoul (ICN), taking about 11h 51m. Connecting itineraries can be cheaper but take longer.
Fares & Price Guide
The lowest one-way fare seen on SFO–ICN was $319 USD (nonstop) as of 8 Oct 2026. Set a fare alert to be told when it drops.
About Seoul, South Korea
Flights arrive at Incheon International Airport (ICN). Best visited during April – June, September – November. See the destination guide for hotels, visa requirements and travel tips.
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Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 8 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.
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