Travelling from Los Angeles to Incheon International Airport (ICN): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Los Angeles to Incheon International Airport (ICN). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's main airports.
Jump on a direct Los Angeles to Incheon International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 13 hours 5 minutes.
Incheon International Airport is located in Seoul. The city follows the UTC+9 timezone and is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route. There are 34 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Korean Air at 11:50pm. Opt for the first LAX to ICN departure with Air Premia at 9:50am if you'd rather get a move on.
Your flight from Los Angeles to ICN won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Fly without interruptions from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Incheon International Airport (ICN) can be booked from here.
Popular airlines that offer direct flights from Los Angeles to Incheon International Airport leaving from LAX include:
Korean Air is the airline most travellers choose for flights from LAX to ICN.
With 78.52% of its services arriving as scheduled, Korean Air is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Los Angeles to ICN departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
LAX is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Incheon International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when setting off from LAX.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
On public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Los Angeles to ICN flight, stay in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Have a late flight from Los Angeles to Incheon International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near ICN and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo to explore Seoul and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Incheon International Airport flight.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. The time it takes to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Incheon International Airport is R 5,583. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,045. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to ICN if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Los Angeles to Incheon International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Los Angeles to Incheon International Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
April is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Incheon International Airport (ICN), while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Seoul based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Los Angeles to ICN plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Incheon International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Incheon International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are highlights which should be on any good Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
You've done Seoul, now it's time to explore more of South Korea. Journey around 257 kilometres south-east to Daegu to check off its top attractions. From Modern Art Statue to Alive Aquarium Daegu and Jung-gu District, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Daejeon is another well-known destination in South Korea and is around 153 kilometres south-east of Seoul. No journey is complete without dropping by Temi Park, National Science Museum and Yuseong Hot Springs.
