Los Angeles to Seoul Flights
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Seoul (SEL) connect United States and South Korea. The great-circle distance is approximately 9,627 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 13 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include LAX and SEL, ICN, GMP. The reverse route is Seoul to Los Angeles. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Los Angeles, United States
- Destination
- Seoul, South Korea
- Distance
- 9,627 km
- Typical duration
- about 13 hours
- Origin codes
- LAX
- Destination codes
- SEL, ICN, GMP
- Primary keyword
- flights from Los Angeles to Seoul
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Route overview
Los Angeles to Seoul is a city-pair air route between United States and South Korea. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are LAX and SEL. Related codes: LAX → SEL, ICN, GMP.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 9,627 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 13 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Los Angeles airports and metro codes: LAX.
Seoul airports and metro codes: SEL, ICN, GMP.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Seoul to Los Angeles, other destinations from Los Angeles, and other origins into Seoul.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Seoul?
Direct flights from Los Angeles to Seoul typically take about 13 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Los Angeles to Seoul?
The great-circle distance between Los Angeles and Seoul is approximately 9,627 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Los Angeles to Seoul?
Los Angeles is commonly searched with code LAX (related: LAX). Seoul is commonly searched with code SEL (related: SEL, ICN, GMP).
Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to Seoul?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Seoul to Los Angeles?
The reverse city pair is Seoul to Los Angeles. Distance is the same great-circle measure (9,627 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Los Angeles to Seoul route connect?
This route connects United States (Los Angeles) with South Korea (Seoul).
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