Flying from Seoul to Phoenix: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Seoul. Check out your options leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when planning your flight from Seoul to Phoenix.
Come in for landing at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), the primary hub in Phoenix.
To ensure you catch your flight from Seoul to Phoenix, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
If you have a passport from South Korea, you will need an ETA to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from Seoul to Phoenix for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and certainly before flying.
Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Seoul to Phoenix. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Incheon International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Want a handy hotel close to Incheon International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seoul to Phoenix, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Break up your flight from Seoul to Phoenix with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Incheon International Airport and Phoenix include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Seoul to Phoenix? Relax in a hotel near Gimpo International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Arriving in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) to central Phoenix is approximately 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 33 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 54 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seoul to Phoenix. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SCF instead:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
As soon as your flight from Seoul to Phoenix has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 11 minutes by car. Central Phoenix is roughly 8 kilometres from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
You can also travel using public transport, which typically takes 34 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near PHX. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Seoul to Phoenix:
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Phoenix
R 5,968 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Phoenix. A return flight starts at R 13,020. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Seoul to Phoenix if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Seoul to Phoenix is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to show the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Seoul to Phoenix. You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll tell you when there's a change in price.
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Best time to go to Phoenix
Before locking in your flights from Seoul to Phoenix, think about which time of year works best for you. High season in Phoenix offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Book your flights from Seoul to Phoenix in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Seoul to Phoenix in January when temperatures average between 4ºC and 20ºC.
More about Phoenix
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Phoenix right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Seoul to Phoenix:
Desert Botanical Garden and Heard Museum are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Phoenix to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Papago Park.
Complete your Phoenix trip with a car rental
Explore our lineup of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Seoul to Phoenix. Whether you're after a compact ride, an SUV or something that makes a statement, you can compare companies in one go to get the best deal.
