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Flights from Seoul to New York

Nonstop flights from Seoul (ICN) to New York (JFK) take about 14h 22m (11,089 km). Asiana Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $569 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Seoul to New York

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

✈ Asiana Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Seoul to New York fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $452 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $437. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$47127 Oct 2026	$467 · 1 stop27 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$45224 Nov 2026	$437 · 1 stop13 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$4918 Dec 2026	$438 · 1 stop8 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$71027 Jan 2027	$442 · 1 stop20 Jan 2027
Feb 2027	$5359 Feb 2027	$442 · 1 stop3 Feb 2027
Apr 2027	$65620 Apr 2027	$571 · 1 stop20 Apr 2027
May 2027	$57611 May 2027	$442 · 1 stop11 May 2027
Jul 2027	$106914 Jul 2027	$667 · 1 stop14 Jul 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $437 for November 2026, $438 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 8 of 8 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Seoul to New York, 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.

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USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Seoul to New York flights

How long is the flight from Seoul to New York?

A nonstop flight from Seoul (ICN) to New York (JFK) takes about 14h 22m, covering 11,089 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 New York by air?

The great-circle distance between Incheon International Airport and John F. Kennedy International Airport is 11,089 km (6,890 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Seoul to New York?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the ICN–JFK route include Asiana Airlines. 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 New York cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on ICN–JFK was $569 USD with Asiana Airlines (nonstop), departing 3 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 New York?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $437 one-way, against $667 for July 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 New York?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $505 with one stop against $569 nonstop, a saving of $64. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from South Korea to USA?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA 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 New York?

USA 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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