Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Seoul: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seoul and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 20 minutes.
Seoul is two hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located. Seoul observes the UTC+9 timezone.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most traveled route, with 25 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from SYD to ICN is with T'Way Air at 12:40. Choose the first departure operated by Korean Air at 07:55 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SYD to Seoul flight.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Begin your trip at SYD and travel nonstop to Incheon International Airport (ICN). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seoul tickets.
Direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seoul are offered by a good number of airlines. Travel with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from SYD to Seoul. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Sydney, SYD can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seoul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near SYD:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Seoul
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seoul flight is ₹ 17,702. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 33,208. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from SYD to Seoul, reserve your journey two months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seoul tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. The time it takes to reach the centre will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seoul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Grab an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own set of wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Incheon International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from SYD to Seoul.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is about 16 kilometres from central Seoul. Explore your options for heading into town after your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seoul has arrived.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your SYD to Seoul flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Gimpo International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from GMP one week in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
Visit Seoul during high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seoul in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seoul flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Seoul right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seoul:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are major attractions which should feature on every Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be explored after you've seen Seoul. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Daegu is another favourite destination in South Korea and is around 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. No journey is complete without seeing Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park.