Flying from Vancouver to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Vancouver. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Vancouver to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) leaving from here.
Book a direct Vancouver to Seoul Incheon International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 40 minutes.
Seoul is 17 hours ahead of Vancouver. Seoul Incheon International Airport is located in Seoul, which follows the UTC+9 timezone.
The busiest route is Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). Pick from 24 direct services every week.
To ensure you catch your flight from Vancouver to ICN, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
You can take a direct flight from Vancouver to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
At YVR, there's a good selection of airlines that operate direct flights from Vancouver to Seoul Incheon International Airport, including:
Most passengers choose to book seats with Korean Air from YVR to ICN.
Korean Air is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver to Seoul Incheon International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
78% of flights leaving from Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on time.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in around 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Vancouver to ICN flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
YXX is around 72 kilometres from central Vancouver. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours 30 minutes.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Seoul Incheon International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Abbotsford International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance record of YXX is 75%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver to Seoul Incheon International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Seoul Incheon International Airport flight.
Getting from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
From Seoul Incheon International Airport, central Seoul is around 48 kilometres away. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
R 4,017 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Seoul Incheon International Airport. A return flight starts at R 8,711. These prices may change based on availability.
Book three months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Vancouver to ICN.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Vancouver to Seoul Incheon International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
January is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). Plan your visit to Seoul in December for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Vancouver to ICN plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Seoul Incheon International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Seoul right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Vancouver to Seoul Incheon International Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Seoul.
Explore more of South Korea
You've done Seoul, now it's time to discover more of South Korea. Travel about 257 kilometres southeast to Daegu to tick off its leading attractions. From Alive Aquarium Daegu to Nature Park and Seonsa Historical Park, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another side of South Korea, consider Daejeon, roughly 153 kilometres southeast of Seoul. National Science Museum, Temi Park and Yuseong Hot Springs are the start of reasons to visit.