Travelling from Paris to Seoul: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Paris to Seoul, there's a range of airports to depart from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are some of Paris's main terminals.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are Seoul's major gateways.
12 hours 3 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Paris to Seoul. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is 8 hours ahead of Paris.
The most popular route for flights from Paris to Seoul is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). You can choose from 27 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off first thing, the earliest flight from CDG to ICN is the 12:00 Air France service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 21:00 with Korean Air.
To ensure you catch your flight from Paris to Seoul, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
You will need an ETA for South Korea if you have a passport from France and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before you lock in those cheap flights from Paris to Seoul, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Paris to Seoul, you can catch one from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Get from CDG to Incheon International Airport (ICN) in one continuous trip.
At CDG, there's a good selection of carriers offering direct flights from Paris to Seoul, including:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Paris to Seoul. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Charles de Gaulle Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Paris, CDG can be reached in about 44 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Paris to Seoul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Charles de Gaulle Airport:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Paris to Seoul, here's where you can stop when heading out from Charles de Gaulle Airport:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
ORY is about 19 kilometres from central Paris. It takes 34 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 57 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport the day before your flight from Paris to Seoul:
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The centre of Seoul is about 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Travel times by car rental or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 44 minutes.
Book a hotel close to ICN if you're catching a late flight from Paris to Seoul. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in Seoul's centre (or just want to explore straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Look for any information desks to help direct you after hopping off your flight from Paris to Seoul.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to GMP. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Paris to Seoul:
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Seoul
Right now, R 5,602 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Seoul. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,719. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from Paris to Seoul by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Paris to Seoul. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Paris to Seoul. July is the most popular month for a trip to Seoul. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Paris to Seoul in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Paris to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
After booking your flight from Paris to Seoul, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are must-visits when exploring Seoul.
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