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

14 flights are operational weekly from Chicago to Seoul as of August 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

WestJet and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Seoul

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

Taipei City (TPE) was the most common stop: 31% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to Seoul?

Korean Air, Air Canada and Delta 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 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Seoul. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Seoul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Flights connecting via Detroit (DTW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 16h 55m.

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

Detroit (DTW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 13m.

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 August 2025. The most frequent departure time is 12:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $874.

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 August 2025, there are 10 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.

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Seoul?

The month of October is another great option to travel to Seoul, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $1,170.

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 $1,060. 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 Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,380.

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

Flying to Seoul from Chicago in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,163 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Seoul, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,430 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Seoul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $1,490 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 $1,278 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.

How have Chicago to Seoul flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Chicago to Seoul flights are approximately 26% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	14h 40m
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The best one-way flight to Seoul from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $642. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Seoul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $851.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Seoul takes 14h 40m

Direct flights go from Chicago to Seoul every day.

There is 1 airport near Seoul: 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 16h 50m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Seoul?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Seoul?
As of August 2025, there are 10 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 (82.20% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 777 (4.20%), Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (4.20%), and Airbus A380-800 (2.40%).
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 Korean Air, representing 28% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Air Canada at 17%, Turkish Airlines at 11%, and Cathay Pacific at 10%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $321	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,979 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $660	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,943 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $693	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 975 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $848	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,955 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $899	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,000 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $906	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
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Finnair	PriceFrom $1,110	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,320 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Asiana Airlines	PriceFrom $1,271	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 477 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $1,493	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,133 reviews	Search Korean Air 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 $1,493 round-trip, up to an average price of $1,866. Our users have rated Korean Air at 8.4/10.
Delta Flights From Chicago to Seoul
Across 7,979 Delta reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.9/10. Delta flies from Chicago to Seoul about 7 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $321 to $1,937. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Seoul?

The month of October is another great option to travel to Seoul, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $1,170.

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

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What is the cheapest Chicago to Seoul flight route?

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

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.

How have Chicago to Seoul flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Chicago to Seoul flights are approximately 26% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

WestJet and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Seoul

What airlines fly to Seoul?

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

Taipei City (TPE) was the most common stop: 31% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $874.

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

Flights connecting via Detroit (DTW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 16h 55m.

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

Detroit (DTW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 13m.

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 August 2025. The most frequent departure time is 12:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

14 flights are operational weekly from Chicago to Seoul as of August 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Chicago to Seoul right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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