Travelling from Seattle to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Seattle. Check out your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) when searching for a flight from Seattle to Incheon International Airport (ICN).
11 hours 53 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Seattle to Incheon International Airport.
Seoul is 16 hours ahead of Seattle. Incheon International Airport is located in Seoul, which operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route. There are 54 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Asiana Airlines at 14:20. Go for the first SEA to ICN departure operated by Delta at 10:20 if you want to get going earlier.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seattle to ICN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can take a direct flight from Seattle to Incheon International Airport (ICN) out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Choose from a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Seattle to Incheon International Airport departing from SEA. Reserve your trip with one of these:
We make it simple to find a flight from Seattle to ICN with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SEA and ICN include:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The distance from central Seattle to SEA is around 23 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Incheon International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Seattle to Incheon International Airport (ICN)? Browse the fares jetting out of Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE).
When leaving from LKE, you can pick from a range of airlines that have direct flights from Seattle to ICN. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat with any of these:
Split up your flight from Seattle to Incheon International Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Lake Union Sea Plane Base and ICN include:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
LKE is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It takes 11 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 23 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base the day before your flight from Seattle to ICN:
About Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle to Incheon International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Central Seoul is around 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 44 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
For a one-way ticket from Seattle to Incheon International Airport, Rs112,247 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just Rs222,308. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary depending on availability.
11 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Seattle to ICN.
The cheapest month for tickets from Seattle to Incheon International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
April is the quietest time to travel to Seoul. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Incheon International Airport.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Seoul. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Seattle to ICN sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Seattle to Incheon International Airport in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Incheon International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to experience Seoul is to visit its most popular sights. Highlights include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
Complete your Seoul trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Seattle to Incheon International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in Seoul and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.