Travelling from Singapore to Seoul: what you need to know
Singapore has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Singapore to Seoul flying out of Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP).
Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are Seoul's primary gateways.
6 hours 29 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Singapore to Seoul. Operating on the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is 1 hour ahead of Singapore.
The most popular route for flights from Singapore to Seoul is from Changi International Airport (SIN) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). You can select from 94 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SIN to ICN is the 00:10 Singapore Airlines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 23:30 with Asiana Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from Singapore to Seoul, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling over a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
When travelling to South Korea for tourism purposes, you will need an ETA if you have a passport from Singapore. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the duration and purpose of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap flight from Singapore to Seoul.
Flying from Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Singapore to Seoul, you can leave from Changi International Airport (SIN). Fly from SIN to Incheon International Airport (ICN) in one seamless journey.
Top airlines that have direct flights from Singapore to Seoul out of SIN include:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Singapore to Seoul leaving from Changi International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Singapore, SIN can be reached in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Changi International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Singapore to Seoul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Singapore to Seoul, check out these options when departing from Changi International Airport:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Singapore to XSP in around 1 hour and 24 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 23 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Singapore to Seoul, kick back in one of these hotels near Seletar Airport:
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Travel times by car rental or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research before your trip.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour and 44 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Singapore to Seoul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Check out your options for getting into town after your flight from Singapore to Seoul has arrived.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Singapore to Seoul:
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Seoul
At the moment, 109 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Seoul. The cheapest price for a return flight is 183 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from Singapore to Seoul by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Singapore to Seoul. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Singapore to Seoul. There's no need to check every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll let you know the moment the price changes.
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Best time to go to Seoul
July is the busiest month for flights from Singapore to Seoul. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Seoul in April.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Singapore to Seoul in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Singapore to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Seoul right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Singapore to Seoul:
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are a couple of top attractions to add to your Seoul itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out N Seoul Tower.
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