Traveling from Melbourne to Seoul: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Seoul departing from here.
Touch down in Seoul at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
11 hours 5 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Melbourne to Seoul. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is 2 hours behind Melbourne.
The busiest route for flights from Melbourne to Seoul is from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). Choose from 3 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MEL to ICN is the 23:10 Asiana Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 23:10 with Asiana Airlines.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Melbourne to Seoul. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you have a passport from Australia, you will need an ETA to enter South Korea. This applies when booking a cheap flight from Melbourne to Seoul for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're traveling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before you fly.
Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) on a nonstop flight from Melbourne to Seoul. From MEL, you can fly directly into Incheon International Airport (ICN).
When departing from MEL, you can take a direct flight from Melbourne to Seoul with Asiana Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Melbourne to Seoul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
MEL is about 15 miles from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 42 minutes.
Want an easy start to your vacation? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Seoul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to the center of Seoul is about 30 miles. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 44 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Seoul. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in Seoul's center (or just want to start sightseeing straight away), the city is around 10 miles from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Look for any information kiosks to get directions after hopping off your flight from Melbourne to Seoul.
Traveling by public transport will take about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Melbourne to Seoul:
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Seoul
$219 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Seoul. Return flights start from $382. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Book 9 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Melbourne to Seoul.
The cheapest month for tickets from Melbourne to Seoul is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Melbourne to Seoul. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Best time to go to Seoul
April is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Seoul, while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Seoul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with the temperature ranging between 66ºF and 90ºF. Book your flights from Melbourne to Seoul in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Seoul in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºF and 39ºF on average.
More about Seoul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seoul right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Seoul:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are leading attractions which should feature on any good Seoul itinerary.
Complete your Seoul trip with a car rental
Check out our range of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Melbourne to Seoul. Whether you want a compact ride, roomy sedan or something more luxurious, you can compare companies in one go to get the best deal.
