Traveling from Vancouver to Seoul: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Seoul begins with finding the best airport to start your journey. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main terminals in Vancouver.
When planning your arrival in Seoul, Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the major entry points.
Book a direct Vancouver to Seoul flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is 16 hours ahead of Vancouver.
With 16 weekly flights between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Vancouver to Seoul with Korean Air at 01:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from YVR to ICN is with Korean Air at 14:50.
Leave enough time to catch your Vancouver to Seoul flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Seoul
Lock in cheap Vancouver to Seoul flights by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on plane tickets from Vancouver to Seoul. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
You can get a direct flight from Vancouver to Seoul taking off from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Start your journey at YVR and come in for landing at Incheon International Airport (ICN).
Korean Air is a well-known carrier that offers direct Vancouver to Seoul plane tickets from YVR.
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 7 miles in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver to Seoul? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Vancouver International Airport:
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is around 40 miles from central Vancouver. Driving from the city center to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Abbotsford Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Vancouver to Seoul flight:
Flights that take off from YXX arrive at their destination on schedule 67.97% of the time.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is approximately 30 miles away.
It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver to Seoul, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:
Travel at your own speed with an Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and discover more of Seoul and beyond.
Booking your ride from Incheon International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is approximately 10 miles from the center of Seoul. Check out your options for traveling into town after your flight from Vancouver to Seoul has landed.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Vancouver to Seoul, unwind at a hotel near GMP. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Gimpo International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from GMP one week ahead of time often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Vancouver to Seoul. July is the busiest month for a trip to Seoul. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your Vancouver to Seoul tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 66ºF to 90ºF.
Look for cheap flights from Vancouver to Seoul in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºF and 39ºF on average.
More about Seoul
After booking your flight from Vancouver to Seoul, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Seoul to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
You've done Seoul, now it's time to explore other parts of South Korea. Journey about 200 miles south-east to Busan to tick off its top sights. From Haeundae Beach to Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in South Korea, consider Incheon, roughly 35 miles west of Seoul. Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스 are highlights.
