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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich Airport to Seoul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM2,664. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Seoul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Seoul flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Zurich to Seoul

Alternative Zurich to Seoul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Zurich to Seoul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Zurich to Seoul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,658
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time11 hrs, 24 mins
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week14

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Seoul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Seoul: Gimpo International and Incheon International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Seoul is RM2,561. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 24 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Seoul.
SWISS and Korean Air fly direct from Zurich to Seoul.
As of May 2026, there are 7 flights per week flying from Zurich to Seoul.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Seoul is usually September.
If you're flying from Zurich Airport, the cheapest airport near Seoul is Incheon International – which is 47.8 km away from the centre of Seoul. We've found flights into this airport from RM2,561.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Seoul on Wednesday, 2 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 24 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Seoul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Seoul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. August is typically the warmest month in Seoul, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Etihad Airways and Korean Air offer the cheapest flight tickets to Seoul.

Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Seoul: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Seoul and you'll be travelling for around 13 hours 30 minutes.

  • Zurich Airport is located in Zurich. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is eight hours ahead of Zurich.

  • With three weekly flights between the two airports, Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route. SWISS operates the earliest flight at 13:15. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from ZRH to ICN is with Korean Air at 19:40.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your ZRH to Seoul flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Direct Zurich Airport to Seoul tickets are available for booking. Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is where you'll step off the plane.

  • Keep an eye out for promotions from Korean Air. This airline has direct flights from Zurich Airport to Seoul.

  • Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Zurich, ZRH can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 10 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Zurich Airport to Seoul? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to ZRH:

  • 76% of flights that depart Zurich Airport reach their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Seoul

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Seoul flight is RM1,658. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,561. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Lock in cheap flights from ZRH to Seoul by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for finding a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Zurich Airport to Seoul tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from ZRH to Seoul is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Zurich Airport to Seoul by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Seoul

Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • The distance from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Zurich Airport to Seoul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:

  • To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Seoul Incheon International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from ZRH to Seoul.

Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

  • Once your flight from Zurich Airport to Seoul has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Seoul is roughly 16 kilometres from Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP).

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 35 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near GMP. Kick back and get cosy after your ZRH to Seoul flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at GMP can get you a lower rate.

Best time to go to Seoul

  • January is the most popular month for flights from Zurich Airport to Seoul. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Seoul in December.

  • The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Zurich Airport to Seoul plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).

More about Seoul

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Seoul right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Zurich Airport to Seoul:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are major attractions which should be on any good Seoul itinerary.

Explore more of South Korea

  • Seoul will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of South Korea waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres southeast of Seoul, a trip to Busan will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.

  • Daegu is another essential stop in South Korea and is around 241 kilometres southeast of Seoul. No journey is complete without dropping by Alive Aquarium Daegu, Nature Park and Seonsa Historical Park.

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