Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Incheon International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 12 hours 45 minutes.
Seoul is 16 hours ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Flights from SFO to ICN start at 10:30 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last service of the day is at 23:55 with United Airlines. In total, you can choose from 45 weekly San Francisco International Airport to Incheon International Airport flights.
Your SFO to ICN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
You can fly nonstop to Seoul, South Korea. Prepare for takeoff with one of these carriers that offer direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Incheon International Airport:
Korean Air is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With 69.8% of its services landing as planned, Asiana Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SFO to ICN flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Incheon International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SFO and ICN:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Currently, $530 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,006. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To get cheap tickets from SFO to ICN, reserve your trip nine months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Incheon International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SFO to ICN by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Incheon International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% land on time at their destination.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near SFO. Whether you have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Incheon International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
If you're coming in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Incheon International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and explore beyond Seoul's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it takes to get there by ride-share or cab depends on the time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
It takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Incheon International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Seoul based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Incheon International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Seoul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SFO to ICN sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of South Korea you should also see. Around 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a trip to Busan will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Incheon is another favourite destination in South Korea and is around 56 kilometres west of Seoul. No journey is complete without seeing Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.
