Travelling from Seoul to Moscow: what you need to know
Seoul has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Seoul to Moscow leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Moscow has a number of airports you can jet into. Come in for landing at Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), Vnukovo Airport (VKO) or Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME).
Moscow's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Moscow six hours behind Seoul.
To ensure you don't miss your Seoul to Moscow flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Moscow
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Seoul to Moscow flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Seoul to Moscow across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Whether you're eager to discover a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To see your options taking off from Incheon International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is a stop you can make on your Seoul to Moscow flight.
The distance from central Seoul to ICN is roughly 48 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Catching an early flight from Seoul to Moscow? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Incheon International Airport:
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)
Break up your Seoul to Moscow flight with a stop at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). A main stopover between Gimpo International Airport and Moscow, it's the perfect opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
From central Seoul, GMP is around 16 kilometres away. When planning the quickest way to get there, check whether public transport is an option or if it's easier to drive.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Seoul to Moscow? Kick back in a hotel near Gimpo International Airport before your trip officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Gimpo International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Moscow
Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO)
Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) is approximately 27 kilometres from central Moscow. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seoul to Moscow, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near SVO:
Best time to go to Moscow
July is the busiest month for flights from Seoul to Moscow. To avoid the crowds, visit Moscow in February.
Before locking in your Seoul to Moscow tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Moscow, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Seoul to Moscow in January when temperatures average between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF).
Explore more of Russia
Moscow has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Russia just waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometres east of Moscow, a visit to Nizhniy Novgorod will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Monument to cosmonaut Komarov, A.M.Gorkiy Childhood Museum and Dlinnaya Staraya Lestnitsa.
Voronezh is another well-known destination in Russia and is around 467 kilometres south of Moscow. No trip is complete without dropping by Dom Gardenina, Skver Dzerzhinskogo and Alleya Slavy Voronezhskikh Olimpiytsev-Dinamovtsev.
