How long is the flight from New York to Seoul?

Non-stop flights on JFK → ICN are typically around 14.5 hours. Connecting itineraries add 3–8 hours depending on the hub and layover.

Which airlines fly from New York to Seoul?

The main carriers on this route are Korean Air, Asiana, United. Codeshare and one-stop options add several more — the filter panel above shows every airline in the current fare set.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to Seoul?

Historically the lowest fares land in January, February, November. Summer (mid-June through mid-August) and the Christmas / New Year window are always peak. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Thursday) typically beat weekend prices by 10–20%.

How far ahead should I book New York to Seoul?

Six to ten weeks ahead is the sweet spot for this route. Inside three weeks, fares tend to spike as airlines sell to last-minute business travellers. Award availability often opens 10–11 months out if you're booking on miles.

Can I book directly on destination.com?

The Book button on each fare opens the airline or OTA (Trip.com, Kiwi, Expedia, Booking, Priceline, etc.) that's actually selling that ticket. You complete payment there at the same price you saw here — we never add a markup.

JFK → ICN

New York to Seoul flights.

Live cached fares on New York (JFK) → Seoul (ICN), refreshed every 30 minutes. Non-stop and connecting itineraries side by side — compare airlines, times and stops, then book in one click.

Flying time
~14.5h non-stop
Airlines
Korean Air, Asiana, United
Cheapest months
January, February, November

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New York → Seoul · 21 fares12-month low · $590

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Cheapest
Cathay Pacific · CX 831
OutboundJFK → ICNWed, Jul 29 · 6:55 PM· 19h 55m· 1 stop
$590
one-way
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Cathay Pacific · CX 831
OutboundJFK → ICNTue, Jul 28 · 6:55 PM· 19h 55m· 1 stop
$591
one-way
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American Airlines · AA 2643
OutboundJFK → ICNWed, Jul 8 · 9:59 AM· 18h 36m· 2 stops
$707
one-way
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Frontier · F9 4731
OutboundJFK → ICNThu, Jul 9 · 5:00 PM· 20h 53m· 2 stops
$722
one-way
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JetBlue · B6 1511
OutboundJFK → ICNWed, Jul 8 · 2:10 AM· 20h 20m· 2 stops
$728
one-way
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JetBlue · B6 115
OutboundJFK → ICNFri, Jul 10 · 10:00 AM· 18h 40m· 1 stop
$749
one-way
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JetBlue · B6 603
OutboundJFK → ICNSat, Jul 4 · 10:23 PM· 18h 47m· 1 stop
$794
one-way
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JetBlue · B6 1211
OutboundJFK → ICNSun, Jul 5 · 9:06 PM· 20h 2m· 2 stops
$795
one-way
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JetBlue · B6 603
OutboundJFK → ICNWed, Jul 1 · 10:23 PM· 18h 47m· 1 stop
$810
one-way
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Cathay Pacific · CX 831
OutboundJFK → ICNMon, Sep 21 · 6:55 PM· 19h 55m· 1 stop
ReturnICN ← JFKFri, Oct 9 · 4:55 PM· 19h 55m· 1 stop
$1,010
total round-trip
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Asiana Airlines · OZ 221
OutboundJFK → ICNSun, Aug 2 · 3:45 PM· 15h 45m· Non-stop
ReturnICN ← JFKThu, Aug 13 · 11:30 PM· 14h 30m· Non-stop
$1,197
total round-trip
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Qatar Airways · QR 704
OutboundJFK → ICNThu, Jul 9 · 3:20 PM· 21h 5m· 1 stop
ReturnICN ← JFKWed, Jul 15 · 4:20 PM· 23h 55m· 1 stop
$1,201
total round-trip
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Cathay Pacific · CX 831
OutboundJFK → ICNSat, Oct 10 · 6:55 PM· 19h 50m· 1 stop
ReturnICN ← JFKSat, Oct 17 · 11:05 AM· 19h 30m· 1 stop
$1,226
total round-trip
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Etihad Airways · EY 002
OutboundJFK → ICNMon, Aug 3 · 7:45 PM· 21h 20m· 1 stop
ReturnICN ← JFKMon, Aug 10 · 9:20 AM· 23h 45m· 1 stop
$1,227
total round-trip
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Asiana Airlines · OZ 221
OutboundJFK → ICNWed, Jul 15 · 3:45 PM· 15h 45m· Non-stop
ReturnICN ← JFKSat, Jul 25 · 12:05 PM· 14h 55m· Non-stop
$1,262
total round-trip
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Alaska Airlines · AS 227
OutboundJFK → ICNMon, Aug 10 · 1:30 PM· 19h 2m· 1 stop
ReturnICN ← JFKSat, Aug 29 · 9:00 AM· 16h 46m· 1 stop
$1,455
total round-trip
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Asiana Airlines · OZ 223
OutboundJFK → ICNFri, Jul 31 · 6:00 AM· 15h 5m· Non-stop
ReturnICN ← JFKFri, Aug 14 · 12:05 PM· 14h 55m· Non-stop
$1,642
total round-trip
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JetBlue · B6 603
OutboundJFK → ICNWed, Jul 1 · 10:23 PM· 18h 47m· 1 stop
ReturnICN ← JFKThu, Jul 16 · 4:05 AM· 17h 35m· 1 stop
$1,952
total round-trip
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About New York → Seoul

Korean Air + Asiana daily non-stops; UA adds a JFK-ICN via ORD code-share. ICN is one of the world's best transit hubs — onward Asia connections are cheap.

Typical non-stop flying time is around 14.5 hours. Major carriers on this route include Korean Air, Asiana, United. Fares are usually cheapest in January, February, November — book 6–10 weeks ahead and avoid school-holiday peaks (late June–August, Christmas–New Year) for the best pricing.

Month-by-month price guide: New York to Seoul

Live cheapest round-trip fare cached on JFK → ICN for each of the next 12 months. Tap any month and run a live search to confirm.

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from $1201
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from $1197
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from $1010
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from $1217
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Cheapest next 12 months: September from $1010 round-trip. Run a live search →

Booking window tip

Long-haul fares are most predictable when booked 10-16 weeks ahead. Inside six weeks expect sharp increases, especially in premium cabins. If you're paying with miles, search 330+ days ahead when award inventory first loads.

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Questions, answered

How long is the flight from New York to Seoul?
Non-stop flights on JFK → ICN are typically around 14.5 hours. Connecting itineraries add 3–8 hours depending on the hub and layover.
Which airlines fly from New York to Seoul?
The main carriers on this route are Korean Air, Asiana, United. Codeshare and one-stop options add several more — the filter panel above shows every airline in the current fare set.
When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to Seoul?
Historically the lowest fares land in January, February, November. Summer (mid-June through mid-August) and the Christmas / New Year window are always peak. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Thursday) typically beat weekend prices by 10–20%.
How far ahead should I book New York to Seoul?
Six to ten weeks ahead is the sweet spot for this route. Inside three weeks, fares tend to spike as airlines sell to last-minute business travellers. Award availability often opens 10–11 months out if you're booking on miles.
Can I book directly on destination.com?
The Book button on each fare opens the airline or OTA (Trip.com, Kiwi, Expedia, Booking, Priceline, etc.) that's actually selling that ticket. You complete payment there at the same price you saw here — we never add a markup.

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