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

Taipei City (TPE) was the most common stop: 25% 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 $698.

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.

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

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

What airlines fly to Seoul?

Korean Air, EVA Air 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 41% 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.

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 April 2026. The most frequent departure time is 12:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

Cathay Pacific and WestJet are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Seoul

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.

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 April 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.

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Q: 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 $2,308 to $1,078. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,056.

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4:00 pm - 12:25 am

ORD

ICN

42h 25m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 2:20 pm

ICN

ORD

32h 15m

1 stop

$1,056Cathay Pacific

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Sep 1

4:00 pm - 12:25 am

ORD

ICN

42h 25m

1 stop

3:10 pm - 2:20 pm

ICN

ORD

37h 10m

1 stop

$1,073Cathay Pacific

Sat, Aug 22 - Wed, Sep 9

4:15 pm - 7:05 pm

ORD

ICN

36h 50m

1 stop

8:00 am - 1:55 pm

ICN

ORD

19h 55m

1 stop

$1,081Cathay Pacific

Sat, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 23

4:15 pm - 2:05 pm

ORD

ICN

31h 50m

1 stop

1:55 am - 1:55 pm

ICN

ORD

26h 00m

1 stop

$1,106Cathay Pacific

Wed, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 16

12:30 am - 6:10 pm

ORD

GMP

27h 40m

1 stop

7:15 pm - 8:45 pm

GMP

ORD

39h 30m

1 stop

$1,234EVA Air

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 15

12:30 am - 7:15 pm

ORD

GMP

28h 45m

1 stop

8:20 pm - 8:45 pm

GMP

ORD

38h 25m

1 stop

$1,239EVA Air

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 16

2:30 pm - 10:40 am

ORD

GMP

30h 10m

1 stop

12:05 pm - 10:45 am

GMP

ORD

36h 40m

1 stop

$1,302Japan Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 10

2:30 pm - 9:15 pm

ORD

GMP

16h 45m

1 stop

7:15 pm - 9:25 pm

GMP

ORD

40h 10m

2 stops

$1,305Japan Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 10

8:30 pm - 11:00 am

MDW

ICN

24h 30m

2 stops

7:45 pm - 5:05 am

ICN

MDW

23h 20m

2 stops

$1,456Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 17

9:00 pm - 11:30 am

MDW

ICN

24h 30m

2 stops

12:35 pm - 5:05 am

ICN

MDW

30h 30m

2 stops

$1,490Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 17

United Airlines flights from Chicago to Seoul

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United Airlines

Oct 18

ORD9:39 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 21m

1 stop

ICN3:00 pmIncheon Intl

Nov 9

ICN6:00 pmIncheon Intl

22h 00m

1 stop

ORD1:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,133

United Airlines

Oct 6

ORD5:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 20m

1 stop

ICN3:20 pmIncheon Intl

Oct 27

ICN5:30 pmIncheon Intl

28h 01m

1 stop

ORD7:31 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,137

United Airlines

Aug 23

ORD9:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 30m

1 stop

ICN3:00 pmIncheon Intl

Sep 1

ICN11:30 amIncheon Intl

19h 12m

1 stop

ORD4:42 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,141

EVA Air flights from Chicago to Seoul

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EVA Air

May 6

ORD5:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 03m

2 stops

ICN12:55 pmIncheon Intl

May 19

ICN12:00 pmIncheon Intl

32h 20m

2 stops

ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,355

EVA Air

May 4

ORD12:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 25m

1 stop

ICN12:55 pmIncheon Intl

May 6

ICN7:45 pmIncheon Intl

39h 15m

1 stop

ORD9:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,392

EVA Air

May 6

ORD8:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 07m

2 stops

ICN12:55 pmIncheon Intl

May 19

ICN12:00 pmIncheon Intl

32h 20m

2 stops

ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,398

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ORD - ICN

ORDICN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/11

4:00 pm-12:25 am

1 stop42h 25m

Incheon Intl

Tue 9/1

8:05 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop32h 15m

$1,056

ChicagoIncheon

ORD - ICN

ORDICN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/22

4:00 pm-12:25 am

1 stop42h 25m

Incheon Intl

Wed 9/9

3:10 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop37h 10m

$1,073

ChicagoIncheon

ORD - ICN

ORDICN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/3

4:15 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop36h 50m

Incheon Intl

Fri 10/23

8:00 am-1:55 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$1,081

ChicagoIncheon

ORD - ICN

ORDICN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/30

4:15 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Incheon Intl

Fri 10/16

1:55 am-1:55 pm

1 stop26h 00m

$1,106

ChicagoSeoul

ORD - GMP

ORDGMP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/30

12:30 am-6:10 pm

1 stop27h 40m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Tue 9/15

7:15 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop39h 30m

$1,234

ChicagoSeoul

ORD - GMP

ORDGMP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/31

12:30 am-7:15 pm

1 stop28h 45m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 9/16

8:20 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop38h 25m

$1,239

ChicagoSeoul

ORD - GMP

ORDGMP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/25

2:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop30h 10m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Thu 9/10

12:05 pm-10:45 am

1 stop36h 40m

$1,302

ChicagoSeoul

ORD - GMP

ORDGMP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/25

2:30 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Thu 9/10

7:15 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops40h 10m

$1,305

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ChicagoIncheon

MDW - ICN

MDWICN

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/1

8:30 pm-11:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

Incheon Intl

Thu 9/17

7:45 pm-5:05 am

2 stops23h 20m

$1,456

ChicagoIncheon

MDW - ICN

MDWICN

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/8

9:00 pm-11:30 am

2 stops24h 30m

Incheon Intl

Thu 9/17

12:35 pm-5:05 am

2 stops30h 30m

$1,490

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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 $137.

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 $875. 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 $1,101.

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 $968 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Seoul, so prices are often more expensive at around $982 per ticket.

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 $1,459 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 $978 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 38% 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 April 2026, prices for Chicago to Seoul flights are approximately 19% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to Seoul

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Best Price Found	$600
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 $600. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Seoul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,005.

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 April 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 (92.70% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A350-900 (1.90%), Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner (1.27%), and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (0.95%).
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 Cathay Pacific, representing 21% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Korean Air at 20%, Delta at 16%, and EVA Air at 13%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $194	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,466 reviews	Search Delta flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $639	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,306 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $845	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,343 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $916	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,676 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $931	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,797 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $948	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.5 1,433 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,088	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,975 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Asiana Airlines	PriceFrom $1,148	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 524 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $1,259	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,392 reviews	Search Finnair flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,409	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,675 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 $1,594 round-trip, up to an average price of $1,883. Our users have rated Korean Air at 8.4/10.
Delta Flights From Chicago to Seoul
Across 8,466 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 $194 to $1,861. 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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