Travelling from Seoul to San Jose: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Seoul. Check out your options leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when reserving your flight from Seoul to San Jose.
Come in for landing at San Jose's chief entry point, Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC).
San Jose's timezone is UTC-7, which makes San Jose 16 hours behind Seoul.
To ensure you catch your Seoul to San Jose flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to San Jose
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Seoul to San Jose flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Seoul to San Jose is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score an awesome deal.
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Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
We make it a breeze to find a Seoul to San Jose flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Incheon International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
From the centre of Seoul, ICN is around 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from Seoul to San Jose? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Incheon International Airport:
54.5% of flights taking off from Incheon International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
The distance from Seoul's city centre to GMP is around 16 kilometres. Take into account transport options and potential delays when working out the best route to the airport.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Seoul to San Jose, unwind in one of these hotels close to Gimpo International Airport:
Gimpo International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75.94%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights departing from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
Arriving in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of San Jose. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 10 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Seoul to San Jose, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SJC:
Go where the road takes you with a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and find adventure across San Jose and beyond.
Booking your ride from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
You'll find SJC at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Best time to go to San Jose
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Seoul to San Jose. August is the most popular month for a trip to San Jose. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.
Book a Seoul to San Jose ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Jose to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Seoul to San Jose in January when temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about San Jose
Start your San Jose trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to San Jose, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are popular attractions which should be on any good San Jose itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen San Jose. Around 499 kilometres to the south-east, its top attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in United States, consider San Francisco, about 64 kilometres north-west of San Jose. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are among its highlights.
