Find cheap flights to Busan from $537

From Chicago to Busan, South Korea flights vary widely, ranging from 21 hours and 45 minutes and 43 hours and 50 minutes, depending on the length of your layover. Flights from New York originate from JFK and take 27 hours and 40 minutes to 32 hours and 30 minutes. Finally, from Los Angeles flights take anywhere from 17 hours and 45 minutes to 35 hours and 25 minutes.

Nonstop flights from the United States to Busan are not currently available. Some of the most common layovers from Chicago (ORD) to Busan are in Istanbul (IST) and Incheon Intl (ICN), Seoul Gimpo Intl (GMP) and Abu Dhabi Intl (AUH), Seoul Gimpo Intl (GMP) and Jeju City (CJU), Incheon Intl (ICN) and Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL). From JFK in New York and LAX in Los Angeles, Busan flight deals stop in Incheon Intl (ICN) on the outgoing flight and Seoul Gimpo Intl (GMP) on the return flight.

In the past two weeks, users have booked deals to Busan for $36/person, which is 64% cheaper than the average flight to Busan. To find the cheapest price to Busan from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

The cheapest month to fly to Busan from United States is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,577, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Busan during the month of November, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,629.

Users planning a flight to Busan during the months of April, May, or June should anticipate rain. There are still things to do in Busan even when it's raining, though. Busan Museum of Art is a great museum to visit near Busan and is especially great when the weather outside is less than desirable. Shopping centers like Seomyeon are very popular destinations for those visiting the Busan area. Seomyeon is a great place to go if you’re looking to spend some time inside. A family-friendly option for when the weather in Busan doesn’t cooperate is heading to Sea Life Busan Aquarium, where you can enjoy all the ocean animals.

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Busan is possible. If you are planning a flight to Busan, consider booking flights to Ulsan Airport (38 mi from Busan city center), Jinju Sacheon Airport (55 mi from Busan city center), Daegu Airport (59 mi from Busan city center), Pohang Airport (65 mi from Busan city center) or Yeosu Airport (83 mi from Busan city center).

Prices vary based on where travelers are departing from, but on average, the cheapest airport to fly to in Busan is Ulsan Airport where the average price is $40. Users typically find the best prices when using momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

US citizens traveling to South Korea need a passport that is valid for up to six months after your return. A visa is not needed for travel or tourism purposes.

Busan is a must-see during your trip to Korea. Start off exploring the Gamcheon Culture Villag, with its wide variety of artwork displayed by artists from all over the country throughout the area’s winding streets. Once you’ve worked off your jet lag, plan a visit to the Buddhist Haedong Yonggung Temple, located on the coast and decorated with hundreds of lanterns and opportunities to sample Korean streetfood. The Gwangan Bridge is a great opportunity to take in some beautiful views of the city and a good jumping-off point to explore the city’s restaurants and bars located alongside the bridge. Many travelers also come to Busan to explore the local beaches, like the Haeundae Beach, which is fun both during the day for soaking rays and at night for the nightlife. Be sure to check out the Dongbaekseom Island nestled along the coastline that offers spectacular views of the city and to connect with nature.

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