Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?

Flights connecting via Vancouver (YVR) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 17h 20m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Seoul?

Japan Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Seoul

How many flights depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul on average per day?

As of February 2026, 2 flights take off from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and land in Seoul each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 11:00AM, with 100% of daily flights taking off at noon.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?

Vancouver (YVR) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 38m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Seoul?

Hong Kong (HKG) was the most common stop: 42% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?

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

How many flights depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul on average per week?

14 flights are operational weekly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul as of February 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, Delta and EVA Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Seoul from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport according to our data. Korean Air is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Seoul. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Seoul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?

As of February 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Seoul 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 Seoul. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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ICN12:10 amIncheon Intl

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ORD11:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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$842

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ORD11:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Seoul?

The month of September is another great option to travel to Seoul, with average flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport averaging around $1,104.

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 O'Hare Intl Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $906. 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 $1,118.

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

Flying to Seoul from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $982 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Seoul, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,015 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Seoul for around $1,521 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Seoul from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for as low as $827 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago O'Hare Intl to Seoul flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul flights?

You could potentially save up to 57% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul flight.

How have Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$460
Fastest flight time	14h 20m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Seoul	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Seoul from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is $460. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $881.

The fastest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul takes 14h 20m

Direct flights go from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul every day.

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

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How far is Chicago O'Hare Intl to Seoul by plane?
The distance between Chicago O'Hare Intl and Seoul is about 6514.0 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 14h 20m.
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How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Seoul?
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What is the most popular airline from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Seoul, the leading airline is EVA Air, making up 29% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Korean Air with 23%, Delta with 15%, and Cathay Pacific with 11%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $194	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,207 reviews	Search Delta flights
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Korean Air Flights From Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul
The lowest priced Korean Air flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul from the last 72 hours was $1,583. Generally, Korean Air has 7 flights on this route every week with an average price of $1,925. Korean Air is rated 8.4/10 by our users.
Delta Flights From Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul
Across 8,205 Delta reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.9/10. Delta flies from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Seoul about 7 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $194 to $1,884. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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