Cheap Flights from Frankfurt to Seoul

Traveling from Frankfurt to Seoul: what you need to know

• Get your vacation planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Frankfurt to Seoul. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are Frankfurt's main airports.

• Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are Seoul's major entry points.

• Jump on a direct Frankfurt to Seoul flight and you'll be traveling for an average of 11 hours 45 minutes.

• Seoul is eight hours ahead of Frankfurt and follows the UTC+9 timezone.

• Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to {"defaultCase":"Incheon International Airport","accusativeCase":"Incheon International Airport","nominativeCase":"Incheon International Airport","dativeCase":"Incheon International Airport"} (ICN) is the busiest route. When searching for your flight from Frankfurt to Seoul, you can select from 24 services a week between FRA and ICN.

• For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Frankfurt to Seoul flight.

• During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Seoul

• Lock in cheap Frankfurt to Seoul flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for bagging a bargain.

• May is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Frankfurt to Seoul. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

• Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Seoul by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

• Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Frankfurt to Seoul flights.

Flying from Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

• If you're looking for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Seoul, you can depart from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Get from FRA to Incheon International Airport (ICN) without making any stops.

• Well-known airlines that offer direct Frankfurt to Seoul plane tickets from FRA include:

  • Asiana Airlines

  • Lufthansa

  • T'Way Air

• Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Frankfurt to Seoul flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Frankfurt Airport. Take a break from traveling at one of these popular airports:

  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Haneda Airport (HND)

  • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)

• The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

• Catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Seoul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Frankfurt Airport:

  • Holiday Inn Frankfurt Airport, an IHG Hotel

  • Staycity Aparthotels Frankfurt Airport

  • MEININGER Hotel Frankfurt Main / Airport

• Of the flights that depart from Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)

• Get the most out of your vacation with a stopover on your Frankfurt to Seoul flight. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and Seoul:

  • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

  • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

• HHN is around 105 kilometers from central Frankfurt. It takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes.

• Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Frankfurt to Seoul? Unwind in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:

  • Zur Morschbach

  • Airport-Hotel Fortuna

  • Landhotel Airport-Inn

• When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 53.13%.

Arriving in Seoul

Incheon International Airport (ICN)

• From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is around 48 kilometers away.

• It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes to get there on public transport.

• The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Frankfurt to Seoul. Book one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:

  • Grand Hyatt Incheon

  • Nest Hotel Incheon

  • Best Western Premier Incheon Airport Hotel

• Pick up an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.

• Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.

Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

• Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is roughly 16 kilometers from the center of Seoul. Check out your options for traveling into town after your flight from Frankfurt to Seoul has touched down.

• If you hop on public transport, the ride to the center takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so.

• After your flight from Frankfurt to Seoul, rest your head at a hotel near GMP. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • Mayfield Hotel Seoul

  • Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Botanic Park

  • Intercity Seoul Hotel

• GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car make picking up a Gimpo International Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.

• Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from GMP one week ahead of time often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Seoul

• It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Seoul. July is the most popular month to travel to Seoul. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.

• The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Frankfurt to Seoul ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

• For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Frankfurt to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).

More about Seoul

• When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Seoul right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Frankfurt to Seoul:

  • Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

  • Travelodge Dongdaemun Seoul

  • Hotel Prince Seoul

• There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Seoul itinerary.

Explore more of South Korea

• You've visited Seoul, now it's time to discover other corners of South Korea. Journey about 322 kilometers south-east to Busan to check off its top attractions. From Haeundae Beach to Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

• Incheon is another essential stop in South Korea and is around 56 kilometers west of Seoul. No trip is complete without visiting Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.