Travelling from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to Seoul: what you need to know
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9. The city is nine hours ahead of Durham, where Durham Tees Valley Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your MME to Seoul flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to discover a new city or just take a break during your trip. When searching for a flight ticket from MME to Seoul, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is a great option.
MME is around 31 kilometres from central Durham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Seoul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MME:
Of the flights that depart from Durham Tees Valley Airport, 67.01% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to Seoul
RM1,994 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Durham Tees Valley Airport to Seoul flight. Return flight tickets start from RM3,605. These fares can change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from MME to Seoul, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The centre of Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport (ICN). How long it takes to drive there will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Seoul. Book one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Grab an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own set of wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from MME to Seoul.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is about 16 kilometres from central Seoul. Explore your options for travelling into town after your flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Seoul has touched down.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near GMP. Unwind and get cosy after your MME to Seoul flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at GMP will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Seoul
Travel to Seoul during the high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Seoul in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Durham Tees Valley Airport to Seoul flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MME to Seoul around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Seoul, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are top sights which should feature on any good Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Seoul. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Around 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul, Daegu is another essential stop in South Korea. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park.