Travelling from Seoul to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Seoul to Frankfurt. Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are Seoul's main airports.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are Frankfurt's major gateways.
The average length of a direct Seoul to Frankfurt flight is 13 hours 55 minutes.
Frankfurt is eight hours behind Seoul and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to {"defaultCase":"Frankfurt Airport","accusativeCase":"Frankfurt Airport","nominativeCase":"Frankfurt Airport","dativeCase":"Frankfurt Airport"} (FRA) is the most popular route. When searching for your flight from Seoul to Frankfurt, you can pick from 24 services a week between ICN and FRA.
To ensure you make it on your Seoul to Frankfurt flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Frankfurt
Score cheap Seoul to Frankfurt flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring great bargains on plane tickets from Seoul to Frankfurt. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Seoul to Frankfurt by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Seoul to Frankfurt flights.
Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Seoul to Frankfurt, you can leave from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Travel from ICN to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) in one seamless trip.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct Seoul to Frankfurt plane tickets with departures from ICN, including:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing Seoul to Frankfurt flights departing from Incheon International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
ICN is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Seoul to Frankfurt? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Incheon International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Incheon International Airport, 54.5% land on schedule at their destination.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Think about adding a stop at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). It's a key stopover on a Seoul to Frankfurt flight out of Gimpo International Airport. Use a longer layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a short break to get a snack at the airport.
From the centre of Seoul, GMP is roughly 16 kilometres away. When working out your route, find out if public transport is an option or if it's more convenient to drive.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Gimpo International Airport the day before your flight from Seoul to Frankfurt:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Gimpo International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.94%.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seoul to Frankfurt, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and explore Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
As soon as your flight from Seoul to Frankfurt has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 105 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours 40 minutes.
After your flight from Seoul to Frankfurt, unwind at a hotel near HHN. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from HHN four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Seoul to Frankfurt. April is the most popular month for a trip to Frankfurt. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Book a Seoul to Frankfurt ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Frankfurt to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Seoul to Frankfurt in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seoul to Frankfurt, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are leading attractions which should feature on every Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've visited Frankfurt, now it's time to explore other corners of Germany. Journey around 418 kilometres north-east to Berlin to check off its top attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Hamburg is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No trip is complete without dropping by Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
