Travelling from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Seoul: what you need to know
Seoul is 14 hours ahead of St Louis, where Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is located. Seoul operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from STL to Seoul.
If you're getting away during a peak month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from STL to Seoul that includes a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
To visit South Korea for tourism purposes, you will need an ETA if you hold a passport from United States. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the duration and purpose of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Seoul.
Travelling from central St Louis to STL takes around 36 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to STL? If you've booked an early flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Seoul, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Seoul
$778 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Seoul. A return flight starts at $1,502. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from STL to Seoul if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Getting cheap tickets from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Seoul is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to the centre of Seoul is approximately 48 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 44 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Seoul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near ICN:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is about 16 kilometres from central Seoul. Check out your options for making your way into town after your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Seoul has touched down.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near GMP. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from STL to Seoul at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Seoul
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Seoul while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Seoul, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
When booking your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Seoul, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from STL to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
After booking your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Seoul, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Seoul.
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