Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Incheon International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is two hours behind Sydney.
Every week, there are 36 Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Incheon International Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, take the 07:55 Korean Air flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 12:40 with T'Way Air.
To ensure you get on your SYD to ICN flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
There are plenty of direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Incheon International Airport, so getting to Seoul (and then touring more of South Korea!) is a breeze. Popular airlines that fly nonstop include:
Jetstar has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With 76.67% of its services landing as planned, Korean Air is the most punctual carrier offering SYD to ICN flights.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Incheon International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SYD and ICN:
Brisbane Airport
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
R 3,083 is the lowest price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 6,732. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from SYD to ICN by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Incheon International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights taking off from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Incheon International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Reserve a hotel close to ICN if you're on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with an Incheon International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and experience more of Seoul and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Incheon International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
The centre of Seoul is around 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport. Travel time by car will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Incheon International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Seoul based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Incheon International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to ICN in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Korea waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a trip to Busan will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
If you're looking to explore another corner of South Korea, head for Incheon, roughly 56 kilometres west of Seoul. Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스 are among its highlights.