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Flight deals from London Heathrow to Seoul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Seoul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 10,758. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Seoul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Seoul flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Seoul

Alternative London Heathrow to Seoul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London Heathrow to Seoul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

London to Seoul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,053
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time12 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airlineVirgin Atlantic
Average flights per week37

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Seoul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Seoul: Gimpo International and Incheon International.
The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Seoul is R 10,281. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
12 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Seoul.
Virgin Atlantic, Korean Air and Asiana Airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Seoul.
As of May 2026, there are 111 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Seoul.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Seoul is usually November.
If you're flying from London Heathrow Airport, the cheapest airport near Seoul is Incheon International – which is 47.8 km away from the centre of Seoul. We've found flights into this airport from R 10,281.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Seoul on Monday, 2 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 36 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Seoul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Seoul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. August is typically the warmest month in Seoul, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Shenzhen Airlines and Virgin Atlantic offer the cheapest flight tickets to Seoul.

Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Seoul: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Seoul is 14 hours 35 minutes.

  • The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9. The city is nine hours ahead of London, where London Heathrow Airport is located.

  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most traveled route. When searching for your flight, you can choose from 19 services each week between LHR and ICN.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your LHR to Seoul flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

  • You can book a direct London Heathrow Airport to Seoul ticket. Begin your journey at LHR and end it at Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN).

  • There's a good selection of airlines offering direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Seoul, including:

  • We make it easy to book plane tickets from LHR to Seoul with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:

    • Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • LHR is about 26 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Seoul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LHR:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Seoul

  • R 7,053 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Seoul flight. Return plane tickets start at R 10,275. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • Score cheap flights from LHR to Seoul by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for bagging a bargain.

  • The best month for finding cheap London Heathrow Airport to Seoul tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from LHR to Seoul couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Save on your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Seoul with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Seoul

Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • The distance from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • Consider booking a hotel near ICN if you're coming in on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Seoul. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Booking your vehicle from Seoul Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from LHR to Seoul can help you get the best possible rate.

Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

  • After your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Seoul has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Seoul is roughly 16 kilometres from Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP).

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 35 minutes.

  • Following your LHR to Seoul flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near GMP. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at GMP will save you money.

Best time to go to Seoul

  • January is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Seoul. To avoid the crowds, visit Seoul in December.

  • Before booking a London Heathrow Airport to Seoul plane ticket, think about 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 a cheap ticket from LHR to Seoul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Seoul

Explore more of South Korea

  • Seoul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of South Korea just waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres southeast of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.

  • Around 241 kilometres southeast of Seoul, Daegu is another essential stop in South Korea. Start your sightseeing at Alive Aquarium Daegu, Nature Park and Seonsa Historical Park.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.