Cheap flights from San Francisco to Seoul from $366

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Cathay Pacific Logo
10:45 pm - 1:55 pm
SFO
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ICN
23h 10m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
7:35 pm - 10:15 pm
ICN
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SFO
18h 40m
1 stop
$661Cathay Pacific
Mon, Mar 9 - Fri, Mar 13
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10:30 am - 3:15 pm
SFO
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ICN
12h 45mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 6:30 am
ICN
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SFO
10h 45mnonstop
$662United Airlines
Mon, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 18
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11:40 pm - 4:20 am
SFO
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ICN
12h 40mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 6:15 am
ICN
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SFO
10h 45mnonstop
$663United Airlines
Wed, Apr 29 - Sat, May 9
United Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 3:00 pm
SFO
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ICN
12h 40mnonstop
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11:30 am - 6:30 am
ICN
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SFO
11h 00mnonstop
$664United Airlines
Mon, Mar 30 - Tue, May 26
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9:10 pm - 5:30 pm
SFO
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ICN
28h 20m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:35 pm - 6:02 pm
ICN
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SFO
14h 27m
1 stop
$667Alaska Airlines
Sun, Apr 26 - Wed, May 13
China Eastern Logo
1:00 pm - 11:00 am
SFO
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ICN
30h 00m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
8:50 pm - 10:00 am
ICN
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SFO
29h 10m
2 stops
$668China Eastern
Mon, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 18
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:55 pm - 1:55 pm
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ICN
22h 00m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:45 pm - 5:20 pm
ICN
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SFO
19h 35m
1 stop
$671Cathay Pacific
Sun, Mar 15 - Tue, Mar 24
China Eastern Logo
1:00 pm - 7:50 pm
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GMP
38h 50m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
8:50 pm - 10:00 am
GMP
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SFO
29h 10m
1 stop
$754China Eastern
Mon, Mar 9 - Sun, Mar 15
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1:15 am - 7:15 pm
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GMP
26h 00m
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7:15 pm - 6:45 am
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27h 30m
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$862EVA Air
Mon, May 4 - Tue, May 12
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12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
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32h 20m
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8:20 pm - 6:45 am
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26h 25m
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$869EVA Air
Thu, May 14 - Wed, May 20

China Eastern flights from San Francisco to Seoul

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China Eastern
Mar 9
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
30h 00m
2 stops
ICN11:00 amIncheon Intl
Mar 18
ICN8:50 pmIncheon Intl
29h 10m
2 stops
SFO10:00 amSan Francisco
$668
China Eastern
Mar 9
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
34h 05m
1 stop
ICN3:05 pmIncheon Intl
Mar 18
ICN8:50 pmIncheon Intl
29h 10m
2 stops
SFO10:00 amSan Francisco
$669
China Eastern
Mar 9
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
30h 00m
2 stops
ICN11:00 amIncheon Intl
Mar 18
ICN8:50 pmIncheon Intl
29h 10m
2 stops
SFO10:00 amSan Francisco
$680

Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Seoul

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on San Francisco to Seoul flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Mar 9
SFO10:45 pmSan Francisco
23h 10m
1 stop
ICN1:55 pmIncheon Intl
Mar 13
ICN7:35 pmIncheon Intl
18h 40m
1 stop
SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco
$661
Cathay Pacific
Mar 6
SFO11:25 amSan Francisco
32h 20m
1 stop
ICN12:45 pmIncheon Intl
Mar 11
ICN3:00 pmIncheon Intl
18h 20m
1 stop
SFO5:20 pmSan Francisco
$670
Cathay Pacific
Mar 7
SFO9:45 pmSan Francisco
22h 00m
1 stop
ICN12:45 pmIncheon Intl
Mar 17
ICN7:35 pmIncheon Intl
18h 40m
1 stop
SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco
$671

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Seoul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated February 27, 2026.
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San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

10:45 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Incheon Intl

Fri 3/13

7:35 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$661

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

10:30 am-3:15 pm

Nonstop12h 45m

Incheon Intl

Wed 3/18

11:45 am-6:30 am

Nonstop10h 45m

$662

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Wed 4/29

11:40 pm-4:20 am

Nonstop12h 40m

Incheon Intl

Sat 5/9

11:30 am-6:15 am

Nonstop10h 45m

$663

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Mon 3/30

10:20 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop12h 40m

Incheon Intl

Tue 5/26

11:30 am-6:30 am

Nonstop11h 00m

$664

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Sun 4/26

9:10 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Incheon Intl

Wed 5/13

7:35 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop14h 27m

$667

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

1:00 pm-11:00 am

2 stops30h 00m

Incheon Intl

Wed 3/18

8:50 pm-10:00 am

2 stops29h 10m

$668

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

11:55 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Incheon Intl

Tue 3/24

1:45 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$671

San FranciscoSeoul

SFO - GMP

SFOGMP

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

1:00 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop38h 50m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sun 3/15

8:50 pm-10:00 am

1 stop29h 10m

$754

San FranciscoSeoul

SFO - GMP

SFOGMP

San Francisco

Mon 5/4

1:15 am-7:15 pm

1 stop26h 00m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Tue 5/12

7:15 pm-6:45 am

1 stop27h 30m

$862

San FranciscoSeoul

SFO - GMP

SFOGMP

San Francisco

Thu 5/14

12:30 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 5/20

8:20 pm-6:45 am

1 stop26h 25m

$869

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Seoul?

The month of February is another great option to travel to Seoul, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $662.

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

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Seoul from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $766. 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 $861.

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

Flying to Seoul from San Francisco in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $711 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Seoul, so prices are often more expensive at around $839 per ticket.

What is the cheapest San Francisco 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 San Francisco when booking week ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Seoul for around $841 when searching week out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Seoul from San Francisco for as low as $718 on momondo.

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Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Seoul flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Francisco to Seoul.

How have San Francisco to Seoul flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for San Francisco to Seoul flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$371

Fastest flight time

12h 40m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat and Sun

Airports in Seoul

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Seoul from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $371. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Seoul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $675.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Seoul takes 12h 40m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Seoul on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There are 2 airports in Seoul. From San Francisco there are direct flights to Incheon Intl (ICN).
  • How far is San Francisco to Seoul by plane?

    Seoul is 5606.2 mi away from San Francisco. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 12h 40m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Seoul?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Seoul were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport 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 San Francisco Airport to Seoul.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Seoul trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Seoul

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
AIR PREMIAPriceFrom $520Free CancellationRating
8.2
81 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $630Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,716 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $647Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,180 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $651Free CancellationRating
8.2
1,465 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $660Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,363 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $672Free CancellationRating
8.1
502 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $672Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,966 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $778Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,757 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $799Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,195 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $861Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,245 reviews
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  • Korean Air Flights From San Francisco to Seoul

    Korean Air is one of the most popular airlines flying from San Francisco to Seoul, operating 7 flights/week on average for this route. A good Korean Air flight deal for San Francisco to Seoul starts from $799 round-trip, up to an average price of $865. Our users have rated Korean Air at 8.4/10.

  • AIR PREMIA Flights From San Francisco to Seoul

    Another popular option for San Francisco to Seoul flights is AIR PREMIA (8.2/10, 81 ratings). AIR PREMIA flies from San Francisco to Seoul around 4 times per week, with deals starting from $520 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $724.

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