How many flights depart from Chicago to Seoul on average per week?

14 flights are operational weekly from Chicago to Seoul as of July 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from Chicago to Seoul on average per day?

The number of flights available between Chicago and Seoul is 2 per day as of July 2026. The most frequent departure time is 12:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Seoul?

Dallas (DFW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 08m.

What airlines fly to Seoul?

Korean Air, Delta and EVA Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Seoul from Chicago according to our data. Korean Air is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Seoul. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Seoul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Seoul?

Hong Kong (HKG) was the most common stop: 20% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Seoul?

Flights connecting via Tokyo (HND) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 16h 45m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Seoul?

EVA Air and Japan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Seoul

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Seoul?

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $698.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Seoul?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Seoul refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Seoul?

As of July 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Seoul.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Seoul?

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 Chicago to Seoul.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Seoul?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Seoul may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Seoul. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$402 Cheap Flights from Chicago to Seoul in 2026

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5:30 pm - 6:45 pm

ORD

ICN

35h 15m

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8:45 pm - 4:40 pm

ICN

ORD

33h 55m

1 stop

$873WestJet

Sun, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 14

6:30 am - 9:40 pm

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ICN

25h 10m

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7:15 pm - 9:20 am

ICN

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28h 05m

2 stops

$912Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

11:45 am - 6:20 pm

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ICN

39h 35m

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10:35 am - 6:20 pm

ICN

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46h 45m

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$1,004Turkish Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Dec 4

11:45 am - 8:55 am

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ICN

30h 10m

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12:05 am - 10:00 am

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24h 55m

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$1,010Turkish Airlines

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11:30 pm - 6:45 pm

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28h 15m

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11:40 am - 7:35 pm

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22h 55m

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$1,071EVA Air

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12:30 am - 11:00 am

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20h 30m

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12:00 pm - 8:45 pm

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22h 45m

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$1,077EVA Air

Sun, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 14

5:00 am - 3:45 pm

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ICN

ORD

27h 25m

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$1,095American Airlines

Mon, Aug 10 - Wed, Aug 26

6:00 am - 3:45 pm

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ICN

19h 45m

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5:50 pm - 10:13 pm

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18h 23m

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$1,096American Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 31

2:30 pm - 9:15 pm

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GMP

16h 45m

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8:00 am - 11:00 am

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17h 00m

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$1,296Japan Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 31

2:30 pm - 9:15 pm

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GMP

16h 45m

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8:00 am - 11:00 am

GMP

ORD

17h 00m

1 stop

$1,304Japan Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 31

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Oct 4

ORD5:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

35h 15m

1 stop

ICN6:45 pmIncheon Intl

Oct 17

ICN8:45 pmIncheon Intl

33h 55m

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ORD4:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$954

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Sep 15

ORD5:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

35h 15m

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ICN6:45 pmIncheon Intl

Sep 24

ICN8:45 pmIncheon Intl

33h 55m

1 stop

ORD4:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$955

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Sep 8

ORD5:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

35h 15m

1 stop

ICN6:45 pmIncheon Intl

Sep 17

ICN8:45 pmIncheon Intl

33h 55m

1 stop

ORD4:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$959

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Nov 16

ORD11:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

39h 35m

1 stop

ICN6:20 pmIncheon Intl

Dec 4

ICN10:35 amIncheon Intl

46h 45m

1 stop

ORD6:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,004

Turkish Airlines

Nov 30

ORD11:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

39h 35m

1 stop

ICN6:20 pmIncheon Intl

Dec 9

ICN12:05 amIncheon Intl

33h 15m

1 stop

ORD6:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,010

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Nov 26

ORD11:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 10m

1 stop

ICN8:55 amIncheon Intl

Dec 2

ICN12:05 amIncheon Intl

24h 55m

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$1,014

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8:45 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$873

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Wed 9/16

7:15 pm-9:20 am

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$912

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11:45 am-6:20 pm

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ORD - ICN

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11:45 am-8:55 am

1 stop30h 10m

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Thu 1/28

12:05 am-10:00 am

1 stop24h 55m

$1,010

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ORD - ICN

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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11:30 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop28h 15m

Incheon Intl

Wed 11/18

11:40 am-7:35 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$1,071

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ORD - ICN

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12:30 am-11:00 am

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Mon 9/14

12:00 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$1,077

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ORD - ICN

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5:00 am-3:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

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Wed 8/26

5:50 pm-7:15 am

2 stops27h 25m

$1,095

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ORD - ICN

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Mon 8/17

6:00 am-3:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Incheon Intl

Mon 8/31

5:50 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop18h 23m

$1,096

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/17

2:30 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 8/31

8:00 am-11:00 am

1 stop17h 00m

$1,296

ChicagoSeoul

ORD - GMP

ORDGMP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/24

2:30 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 8/31

8:00 am-11:00 am

1 stop17h 00m

$1,304

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Seoul?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,204 to $1,828.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $912.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Seoul?

The month of January is another great option to travel to Seoul, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $1,288.

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

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Seoul from Chicago. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $934. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Seoul is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,159.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Seoul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Seoul?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Seoul from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Seoul for around $1,500 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Seoul from Chicago for as low as $945 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Seoul flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Seoul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Seoul flights?

You could potentially save up to 63% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Seoul flight.

How have Chicago to Seoul flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2026, prices for Chicago to Seoul flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$474
Fastest flight time	14h 20m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Seoul	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Seoul from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $474. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Seoul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $985.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Seoul takes 14h 20m

Direct flights go from Chicago to Seoul every day.

There are 2 airports in Seoul. From Chicago there are direct flights to Incheon Intl (ICN).

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How far is Chicago to Seoul by plane?
A flight from Chicago to Seoul will travel around 6526.8 mi. Typically, this will take 14h 20m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Seoul?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Seoul refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Seoul?
As of July 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Seoul.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Seoul?
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 Chicago to Seoul.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Seoul?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Seoul may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Seoul. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to Seoul?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Chicago to Seoul is Boeing 777-300ER (83.57% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A350-900 (9.80%), Boeing 777 (3.75%), and Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner (0.58%).
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Seoul?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Chicago to Seoul is Delta, representing 22% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Korean Air at 16%, Cathay Pacific at 14%, and EVA Air at 12%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $194	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,490 reviews	Search Delta flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $639	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,433 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $845	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,455 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $916	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,845 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $931	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,881 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $947	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.5 1,506 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,072	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,402 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Asiana Airlines	PriceFrom $1,148	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 555 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $1,174	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,427 reviews	Search Finnair flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,191	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,049 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

Korean Air Flights From Chicago to Seoul
Korean Air is one of the most popular airlines flying from Chicago to Seoul, operating 7 flights/week on average for this route. A good Korean Air flight deal for Chicago to Seoul starts from $1,524 round-trip, up to an average price of $1,834. Our users have rated Korean Air at 8.4/10.
Delta Flights From Chicago to Seoul
Across 8,491 Delta reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.8/10. Delta flies from Chicago to Seoul about 7 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $194 to $1,815. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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Flights from Chicago to Seoul with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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