K-culture, street food, temples & tech — with great fares from the West Coast
South Korea has become one of the hottest destinations in Asia, fueled by K-pop, Korean cuisine, and Seoul's incredible energy. Direct flights from several US cities on Korean Air and Asiana make the journey straightforward. Beyond Seoul, explore ancient temples in Gyeongju, hike in Seoraksan National Park, or enjoy Jeju Island's volcanic landscapes.
January through March and September through November offer the cheapest flights. Cherry blossom season (April) and fall foliage (October) are popular but pricier.
Real deals from this week - subscribers get these and more, every Friday.
This week: direct flights to San Francisco from £471, Barcelona from £65, Singapore from £659, and Business Class deals unlocked for Premium members. Up to 56% below typical prices.
OAK → Las Vegas for just $38 round-trip - 77% below the typical $164 median - plus SFO → Cancun for $335 (75% off) and SFO → Tokyo for $708.
LAX to Seattle for just $38 round-trip - 77% below the typical $165 median - plus Tokyo Narita for $663 (64% off) and Los Cabos for $340 (50% off) direct from LAX.
LAS → SEA at just $47 round-trip is 88% below typical - plus SEA → Tokyo for $845 (60% off) and ATL → San Juan for $128 (61% off).
JFK to Frankfurt for just $590 round-trip - 39% below the typical $973 fare - plus direct flights to Aruba from $335 and Cancun from $409 out of Newark.
DCA to San Juan at $317 round-trip is 69% below the typical median - plus Miami for $177 and Seoul for $994 are two more jaw-dropping deals from DC airports this week.
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How much do flights to South Korea cost?
Roundtrip flights from the US typically range from $600-1,000. From West Coast cities, fares during sales can drop to $450-650 roundtrip.
Do I need a visa for South Korea?
US citizens can visit South Korea for up to 90 days without a visa for tourism purposes. You need a valid passport and may need to apply for a K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization).
How long is the flight to South Korea?
Direct flights from the West Coast take 11-13 hours. From the East Coast, nonstop flights take 14-15 hours.
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