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Flights from Seoul to Auckland

Nonstop flights from Seoul (ICN) to Auckland (AKL) take about 12h 34m (9,656 km). Korean Air flies it. Lowest fare seen: $779 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Seoul to Auckland

Carriers on ICN–AKL according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Korean Airnonstop fare seen

Seoul to Auckland fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $779 one-way. With stops: Feb 2027, from $467. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Nov 2026$77912 Nov 2026 · Korean Air$476 · 1 stop25 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$99014 Dec 2026 · Korean Air$518 · 2 stops14 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$147330 Jan 2027 · Korean Air$654 · 1 stop30 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$77927 Feb 2027 · Korean Air$467 · 1 stop27 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$77925 Mar 2027 · Korean Air$484 · 1 stop25 Mar 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $476 for November 2026, $467 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 5 of 5 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Seoul to Auckland, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Auckland

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Frequently asked questions — Seoul to Auckland flights

How long is the flight from Seoul to Auckland?
A nonstop flight from Seoul (ICN) to Auckland (AKL) takes about 12h 34m, covering 9,656 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Seoul from Auckland by air?
The great-circle distance between Incheon International Airport and Auckland International Airport is 9,656 km (6,000 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Seoul to Auckland?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the ICN–AKL route include Korean Air. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Seoul to Auckland cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on ICN–AKL was $779 USD with Korean Air (nonstop), departing 12 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Auckland?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in February 2027 were cheapest, from $467 one-way, against $654 for January 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Seoul to Auckland?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $467 with one stop against $779 nonstop, a saving of $312. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from South Korea to New Zealand?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter New Zealand visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Auckland?
New Zealand is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 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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