Flying from Belfast to Seoul: what you need to know
Belfast is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Belfast to Seoul leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are Seoul's chief entry points.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is nine hours ahead of Belfast.
To ensure you make your Belfast to Seoul flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Seoul
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Belfast to Seoul flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your plane ticket from Belfast to Seoul.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Belfast to Seoul flights.
Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for Belfast to Seoul flights leaving from Belfast International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
BFS is about 19 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 2 hours.
Booked an early flight from Belfast to Seoul? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Belfast International Airport:
When it comes to Belfast International Airport's on-time performance, 67.55% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Belfast to Seoul flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between George Best Belfast City Airport and Seoul:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
BHD is about 5 kilometres from central Belfast. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your flight from Belfast to Seoul:
68% of flights taking off from George Best Belfast City Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it'll take to get there depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near ICN if you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to Seoul. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Seoul and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks in advance of your Belfast to Seoul flight.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is approximately 16 kilometres from central Seoul. Explore your options for travelling into town after your flight from Belfast to Seoul has landed.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Belfast to Seoul:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at GMP can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Seoul
July is the most popular month for flights from Belfast to Seoul. To escape the crowds, visit Seoul in April.
When booking your Belfast to Seoul tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap flights from Belfast to Seoul around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
After booking your flight from Belfast to Seoul, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are just two of the top attractions to add to your Seoul to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
You've visited Seoul, now it's time to discover other corners of South Korea. Travel about 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to tick off its leading attractions. From Haeundae Beach to Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 56 kilometres west of Seoul, Incheon is another essential stop in South Korea. No visit is complete without checking out Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.