What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Busan Gimhae?

Air China, China Airlines, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from California to Busan Gimhae

What airlines fly to Busan?

Korean Air, China Airlines and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Busan from California according to our data. Korean Air is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Busan. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Busan on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Busan?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Busan you fly into. For example, flying from San Jose to Busan takes 15h 05m on average. On the other hand, flying from Los Angeles to Busan takes 16h 30m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Busan Gimhae Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Busan Gimhae Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Busan Gimhae Airport?

As of August 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Busan Gimhae Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Busan Gimhae Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Busan Gimhae Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Busan Gimhae Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Busan Gimhae Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Busan Gimhae Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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12:30 pm - 11:35 amLAX-PUS

31h 05m1 stop

12:35 pm - 9:05 amPUS-LAX

37h 30m1 stop

$687China Eastern

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Wed, Sep 17 - Wed, Nov 5

12:30 pm - 11:35 amLAX-PUS

31h 05m1 stop

12:35 pm - 9:05 amPUS-LAX

37h 30m1 stop

$690China Eastern

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Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Nov 10

11:25 pm - 11:45 amLAX-PUS

20h 20m1 stop

12:45 pm - 11:00 amPUS-LAX

38h 15m1 stop

$740Air China

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Mon, Sep 15 - Sat, Oct 25

10:25 pm - 11:45 amLAX-PUS

20h 20m1 stop

12:45 pm - 7:00 pmPUS-LAX

23h 15m1 stop

$754Air China

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Mon, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 28

10:50 pm - 7:50 amSFO-PUS

41h 00m1 stop

9:30 am - 5:00 pmPUS-SFO

24h 30m1 stop

$797Vietnam Airlines

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Wed, Oct 22 - Wed, Nov 12

5:20 pm - 1:00 pmSFO-PUS

27h 40m1 stop

4:45 pm - 3:20 pmPUS-SFO

38h 35m2 stops

$832

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Sun, Aug 31 - Fri, Sep 12

10:50 pm - 7:50 amSFO-PUS

41h 00m1 stop

9:30 am - 6:00 pmPUS-SFO

24h 30m1 stop

$834Vietnam Airlines

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Wed, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 30

10:50 am - 7:15 pmLAX-PUS

16h 25m1 stop

4:45 pm - 8:50 amPUS-LAX

32h 05m2 stops

$858

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Wed, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 24

12:25 am - 7:00 amLAX-PUS

38h 35m1 stop

7:45 am - 4:25 pmPUS-LAX

24h 40m1 stop

$872Cathay Pacific

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Sun, Sep 14 - Mon, Oct 20

10:15 pm - 1:05 pmLAX-PUS

21h 50m1 stop

2:05 pm - 9:05 amPUS-LAX

36h 00m1 stop

$939Cathay Pacific

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Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 28

Delta flights from California to Busan

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Delta

Sep 22

SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco

15h 55m

1 stop

PUS8:45 pmBusan Gimhae

Sep 29

PUS10:40 amBusan Gimhae

16h 00m

1 stop

SFO10:40 amSan Francisco

$976

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Delta

Sep 22

SFO8:55 amSan Francisco

19h 50m

2 stops

PUS8:45 pmBusan Gimhae

Sep 29

PUS7:00 amBusan Gimhae

19h 40m

1 stop

SFO10:40 amSan Francisco

$981

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Delta

Sep 27

SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco

15h 55m

1 stop

PUS8:45 pmBusan Gimhae

Oct 4

PUS7:00 amBusan Gimhae

31h 03m

2 stops

SFO10:03 pmSan Francisco

$986

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China Eastern flights from California to Busan

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China Eastern

Sep 17

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

31h 05m

1 stop

PUS11:35 amBusan Gimhae

Nov 5

PUS12:35 pmBusan Gimhae

37h 30m

1 stop

LAX9:05 amLos Angeles

$687

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China Eastern

Sep 22

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

31h 05m

1 stop

PUS11:35 amBusan Gimhae

Nov 10

PUS12:35 pmBusan Gimhae

37h 30m

1 stop

LAX9:05 amLos Angeles

$690

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China Eastern

Sep 17

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

36h 20m

1 stop

PUS4:50 pmBusan Gimhae

Oct 23

PUS5:50 pmBusan Gimhae

32h 15m

1 stop

LAX10:05 amLos Angeles

$697

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Los AngelesBusan

LAX - PUS

LAXPUS

Los Angeles

Wed 9/17

12:30 pm-11:35 am

1 stop31h 05m

Busan Gimhae

Wed 11/5

12:35 pm-9:05 am

1 stop37h 30m

$687

Los AngelesBusan

LAX - PUS

LAXPUS

Los Angeles

Mon 9/22

12:30 pm-11:35 am

1 stop31h 05m

Busan Gimhae

Mon 11/10

12:35 pm-9:05 am

1 stop37h 30m

$690

Los AngelesBusan

LAX - PUS

LAXPUS

Los Angeles

Mon 9/15

11:25 pm-11:45 am

1 stop20h 20m

Busan Gimhae

Sat 10/25

12:45 pm-11:00 am

1 stop38h 15m

$740

Los AngelesBusan

LAX - PUS

LAXPUS

Los Angeles

Mon 11/10

10:25 pm-11:45 am

1 stop20h 20m

Busan Gimhae

Fri 11/28

12:45 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$754

San FranciscoBusan

SFO - PUS

SFOPUS

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

10:50 pm-7:50 am

1 stop41h 00m

Busan Gimhae

Wed 11/12

9:30 am-5:00 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$797

San FranciscoBusan

SFO - PUS

SFOPUS

San Francisco

Sun 8/31

5:20 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop27h 40m

Busan Gimhae

Fri 9/12

4:45 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops38h 35m

$832

San FranciscoBusan

SFO - PUS

SFOPUS

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

10:50 pm-7:50 am

1 stop41h 00m

Busan Gimhae

Thu 10/30

9:30 am-6:00 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$834

Los AngelesBusan

LAX - PUS

LAXPUS

Los Angeles

Wed 9/17

10:50 am-7:15 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Busan Gimhae

Wed 9/24

4:45 pm-8:50 am

2 stops32h 05m

$858

Los AngelesBusan

LAX - PUS

LAXPUS

Los Angeles

Sun 9/14

12:25 am-7:00 am

1 stop38h 35m

Busan Gimhae

Mon 10/20

7:45 am-4:25 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$872

Los AngelesBusan

LAX - PUS

LAXPUS

Los Angeles

Wed 1/7

10:15 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Busan Gimhae

Wed 1/28

2:05 pm-9:05 am

1 stop36h 00m

$939

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Busan

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Busan?

The cheapest month to fly to Busan from California is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $977, 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 September, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,016.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Busan?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Busan. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,104. Flights from California to Busan on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,601. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Busan?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from California to Busan when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,272. Flying to Busan at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Busan, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,603 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Busan?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Busan from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Busan for around $1,374 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Busan from California for as low as $872 on momondo.

Cheap California to Busan flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$400
Fastest flight time	15h 05m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Busan	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Busan from California in the past 72 hours is $400. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Busan found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $687.

The fastest flight from California to Busan takes 15h 05m

There are no direct flights from California to Busan. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are San Francisco Airport - Busan Gimhae Airport, San Jose Airport - Busan Gimhae Airport and Los Angeles Airport - Busan Gimhae Airport.

There is 1 airport near Busan: Busan Gimhae (PUS)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Busan Gimhae Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Busan Gimhae Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Busan Gimhae Airport?
As of August 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Busan Gimhae Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Busan Gimhae Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Busan Gimhae Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Busan Gimhae Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Busan Gimhae Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Busan Gimhae Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Busan

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
China Eastern	PriceFrom $640	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 160 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Air China	PriceFrom $680	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 94 reviews	Search Air China flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $740	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 968 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $896	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,131 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $918	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 762 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,115	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,980 reviews	Search Delta flights

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