Flying from Phoenix to Seoul: what you need to know
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) is Phoenix's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Phoenix to Seoul departing from here.
When landing in Seoul, Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the major entry points.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is 16 hours ahead of Phoenix.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Phoenix to Seoul flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Seoul
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap Phoenix to Seoul flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for your plane ticket from Phoenix to Seoul.
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Flying from Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
We make it a cinch to find a Phoenix to Seoul flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
PHX is about 6 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to Seoul, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart PHX land on time.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix to Seoul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:
Go where the road takes you with a Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and experience more of Seoul and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
The centre of Seoul is around 18 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Once your flight from Phoenix to Seoul has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Phoenix to Seoul, settle in at a hotel near GMP. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car make picking up a Gimpo International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from GMP one week ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
August is the most popular month for flights from Phoenix to Seoul. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Seoul in March.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Phoenix to Seoul ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap flights from Phoenix to Seoul around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Seoul, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are must-visits when exploring Seoul.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of South Korea you should also see. Around 338 kilometres southeast of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Oryukdo Skywalk.
Incheon is another favourite destination in South Korea and is around 27 kilometres southwest of Seoul. No trip is complete without dropping by Songdo Central Park, Songdo Hanok Village and Wolmi Theme Park.