Flying from Seoul to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI): What you need to know
Seoul is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Seoul to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which is 13 hours behind Seoul. Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is located in Washington DC.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Seoul to BWI. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Seoul to BWI that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between ICN and BWI include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
From central Seoul, ICN is around 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Incheon International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seoul to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to Incheon International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 54.5% of flights complete their journey on time.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
GMP is roughly 16 kilometres from central Seoul. Plan ahead to work out the best way to reach your terminal.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Seoul to BWI flight? Relax in a hotel near Gimpo International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Gimpo International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75.94%. This figure highlights how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Consider booking a hotel near BWI if you have a late flight from Seoul to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
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Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Seoul to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to central Washington DC
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is R 8,536. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 17,833. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seoul to BWI. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Seoul to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Seoul to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Seoul to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
July is when most people book flights from Seoul to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Plan your visit to Washington DC in May for a more low-key escape.
Book a Seoul to BWI plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Seoul to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Washington DC
After booking your flight from Seoul to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Washington DC:
Your visit to Washington DC wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions you can't miss include Smithsonian, Lincoln Memorial and The White House.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Washington DC. Around 153 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Virginia Beach is another essential stop in the United States and is around 274 kilometres south of Washington DC. No trip is complete without visiting Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach.