Travelling from Seoul to Frankfurt: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Seoul. Explore your options leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when organising your flight from Seoul to Frankfurt.
When it comes to landing in Frankfurt, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the chief entry points.
The average duration of a direct flight from Seoul to Frankfurt is 13 hours 31 minutes. Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, making Frankfurt 8 hours behind Seoul.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 27 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Seoul to Frankfurt is with Korean Air at 13:20. Go for the first ICN to FRA departure with Asiana Airlines at 09:00 if you want to get going early.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Seoul to Frankfurt. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you hold a passport from South Korea and plan to travel to Germany for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the reason for your trip and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap flight from Seoul to Frankfurt.
Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
You can catch a direct flight from Seoul to Frankfurt jetting off from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Start your journey at ICN and arrive at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Choose from a variety of carriers that offer direct flights from Seoul to Frankfurt leaving from ICN. Book your ticket with one of these:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Seoul to Frankfurt departing from Incheon International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Incheon International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Seoul to Frankfurt or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Seoul to Frankfurt. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Incheon International Airport and Frankfurt:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Seoul to Frankfurt? Check in to a hotel near Gimpo International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt takes about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 37 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near FRA if you're catching a late flight from Seoul to Frankfurt. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Central Frankfurt is approximately 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Once your flight from Seoul to Frankfurt has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 1 hour and 32 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.
After your flight from Seoul to Frankfurt, settle in at a hotel close to HHN. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Frankfurt
R 3,796 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Frankfurt. A return flight starts from R 7,968. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To secure cheap tickets from Seoul to Frankfurt, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Seoul to Frankfurt. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Seoul to Frankfurt. July is the busiest month to travel to Frankfurt. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Seoul to Frankfurt for July if you'd like to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Frankfurt to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Seoul to Frankfurt sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
After booking your flight from Seoul to Frankfurt, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
Palmengarten and Goethe House are just two of the big attractions to add to your Frankfurt travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Frankfurt Cathedral.
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