Cheap flights from San Francisco to Seoul from $368

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Philippine Airlines Logo
12:30 am - 6:00 am
SFO
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ICN
37h 30m
1 stop
Philippine Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 9:10 pm
ICN
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SFO
40h 40m
1 stop
$679Philippine Airlines
Thu, Aug 6 - Fri, Aug 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 am - 7:15 pm
SFO
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ICN
26h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 2:45 pm
ICN
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SFO
17h 50m
1 stop
$682Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
Philippine Airlines Logo
12:30 am - 7:15 pm
SFO
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ICN
26h 45m
1 stop
Philippine Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 9:10 pm
ICN
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SFO
29h 50m
1 stop
$684Philippine Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 27
Philippine Airlines Logo
12:30 am - 6:00 am
SFO
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ICN
37h 30m
1 stop
Philippine Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 9:10 pm
ICN
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SFO
29h 50m
1 stop
$685Philippine Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Fri, Sep 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 am - 6:00 am
SFO
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ICN
37h 30m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:10 pm - 2:45 pm
ICN
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SFO
16h 35m
1 stop
$687Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Thu, Jun 4
AIR PREMIA Logo
3:30 pm - 8:10 pm
SFO
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ICN
12h 40mnonstop
AIR PREMIA Logo
6:00 pm - 1:00 pm
ICN
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SFO
11h 00mnonstop
$697AIR PREMIA
Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 8
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 11:00 am
SFO
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GMP
31h 00m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
8:50 pm - 9:05 am
GMP
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SFO
28h 15m
1 stop
$824China Eastern
Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 20
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 11:00 am
SFO
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GMP
31h 00m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
8:50 pm - 3:11 pm
GMP
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SFO
34h 21m
2 stops
$914China Eastern
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 21
Japan Airlines Logo
11:55 am - 9:15 pm
SFO
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GMP
17h 20m
1 stop
Japan Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 10:45 am
GMP
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SFO
14h 40m
1 stop
$1,028Japan Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 26
Japan Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 9:15 pm
SFO
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GMP
16h 50m
1 stop
Japan Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 10:05 am
GMP
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SFO
18h 05m
1 stop
$1,040Japan Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Mon, Aug 24

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AIR PREMIA flights from San Francisco to Seoul

Our best AIR PREMIA deals on San Francisco to Seoul flight tickets
AIR PREMIA
May 1
SFO3:30 pmSan Francisco
12h 40m
ICN8:10 pmIncheon Intl
May 8
ICN6:00 pmIncheon Intl
11h 00m
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
$697
AIR PREMIA
Aug 24
SFO3:30 pmSan Francisco
12h 40m
ICN8:10 pmIncheon Intl
Sep 9
ICN6:00 pmIncheon Intl
11h 00m
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
$698
AIR PREMIA
Aug 14
SFO3:30 pmSan Francisco
12h 40m
ICN8:10 pmIncheon Intl
Aug 21
ICN6:00 pmIncheon Intl
11h 00m
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
$699

United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Seoul

Our best United Airlines deals on San Francisco to Seoul flight tickets
United Airlines
Apr 29
SFO10:20 amSan Francisco
12h 40m
ICN3:00 pmIncheon Intl
May 5
ICN11:30 amIncheon Intl
10h 45m
SFO6:15 amSan Francisco
$862
United Airlines
Apr 24
SFO10:20 amSan Francisco
12h 40m
ICN3:00 pmIncheon Intl
May 8
ICN4:50 pmIncheon Intl
10h 45m
SFO11:35 amSan Francisco
$863
United Airlines
May 1
SFO10:20 amSan Francisco
12h 40m
ICN3:00 pmIncheon Intl
May 15
ICN4:50 pmIncheon Intl
10h 45m
SFO11:35 amSan Francisco
$865

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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 April 18, 2026.
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San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Thu 8/6

12:30 am-6:00 am

1 stop37h 30m

Incheon Intl

Fri 8/21

8:30 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop40h 40m

$679

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

12:30 am-7:15 pm

1 stop26h 45m

Incheon Intl

Wed 5/13

12:55 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$682

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Fri 9/18

12:30 am-7:15 pm

1 stop26h 45m

Incheon Intl

Sun 9/27

7:20 am-9:10 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$684

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Thu 8/20

12:30 am-6:00 am

1 stop37h 30m

Incheon Intl

Fri 9/4

7:20 am-9:10 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$685

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Thu 5/7

12:30 am-6:00 am

1 stop37h 30m

Incheon Intl

Thu 6/4

2:10 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$687
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoIncheon

SFO - ICN

SFOICN

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

3:30 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop12h 40m

Incheon Intl

Fri 5/8

6:00 pm-1:00 pm

Nonstop11h 00m

$697

San FranciscoSeoul

SFO - GMP

SFOGMP

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

12:00 pm-11:00 am

1 stop31h 00m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sun 9/20

8:50 pm-9:05 am

1 stop28h 15m

$824

San FranciscoSeoul

SFO - GMP

SFOGMP

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

12:00 pm-11:00 am

1 stop31h 00m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 9/21

8:50 pm-3:11 pm

2 stops34h 21m

$914

San FranciscoSeoul

SFO - GMP

SFOGMP

San Francisco

Tue 10/13

11:55 am-9:15 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 10/26

12:05 pm-10:45 am

1 stop14h 40m

$1,028

San FranciscoSeoul

SFO - GMP

SFOGMP

San Francisco

Tue 8/18

12:25 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 8/24

8:00 am-10:05 am

1 stop18h 05m

$1,040

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Seoul?

The month of August 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 $743. 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 $862.

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 $737 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Seoul, so prices are often more expensive at around $831 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 $850 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 $765 on momondo.

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There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Seoul flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for San Francisco to Seoul flights are approximately 14% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$381

Fastest flight time

12h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Seoul

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Seoul from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $381. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Seoul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $702.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Seoul takes 12h 10m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Seoul every day.
There are 2 airports in Seoul. From San Francisco there are direct flights to Incheon Intl (ICN).

Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Seoul

  • How far is San Francisco to Seoul by plane?

    Seoul is 5607.1 mi away from San Francisco. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 12h 10m.

  • 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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Seoul?

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Seoul

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
AIR PREMIAPriceFrom $547Free CancellationRating
8.2
85 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $630Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,783 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $640Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,276 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $651Free CancellationRating
8.2
1,497 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $660Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,604 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $672Free CancellationRating
8.0
518 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $672Free CancellationRating
7.9
12,258 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $796Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,935 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $812Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,424 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $812Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,208 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 $812 round-trip, up to an average price of $907. 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, 85 ratings). AIR PREMIA flies from San Francisco to Seoul around 3 times per week, with deals starting from $547 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $753.

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