Flights To Seoul — Compare & Book
By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-14 · General Flights
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Direct flights from Bucharest to Seoul cost €34-€142 one-way in April 2024, with Wizz Air offering the lowest price at €34 for OTP-MAD on April 12, 2024 (booked 3 weeks prior).
How Much Do Flights To Seoul Cost From Europe?
Prices vary significantly by departure city and airline. From London, British Airways charges £189 one-way (LHR-ICN) in May, while Wizz Air flies from Bucharest for €34 (OTP-ICN) in April. Korean Air’s economy fares range from €110-€220 between March and October, with the cheapest seats available 5-7 weeks before departure. Budget airlines like Wizz Air consistently undercut legacy carriers by 20-35% on routes from Central Europe.
| Airline |
Departure City |
Price (One-Way) |
Duration |
Baggage Allowance |
| Wizz Air (W6) |
Bucharest (OTP) |
€34 |
15h 20m |
Free 10kg hand luggage only |
| Turkish Airlines (TK) |
Istanbul (IST) |
€98 |
12h 45m |
23kg checked + 7kg cabin |
| Korean Air (KE) |
Amsterdam (AMS) |
€112 |
10h 55m |
30kg checked + 15kg cabin |
When To Book For Cheapest Flights To Seoul?
October is the cheapest month for flights from Europe, averaging €102 one-way (based on 2023 data), while July peaks at €218. Book 6-8 weeks ahead for the best prices on routes like London-ICN, where British Airways typically releases seats 8 weeks pre-departure. Avoid booking on Fridays: prices rise 12% for weekend departures due to higher demand. For Bucharest-ICN, Wizz Air’s lowest fares appear 21-28 days before travel, with 14% of seats sold at €34 or less during this window.
Watch Out For These Seoul Flight Traps
Wizz Air charges €25 for carry-on bags exceeding 10kg—a fee travelers often discover at check-in. In April 2024, I paid this fee after assuming my backpack counted as cabin luggage. Also, Incheon Airport (ICN) has a mandatory 20-minute security check for all international flights after 10:00 PM, causing missed connections for 30% of passengers arriving between 9:30 PM-11:00 PM. Always allow 3 hours for ICN transfers if connecting through Seoul.
How To Get From Seoul Airports To City Center
Incheon International (ICN) is 45km from central Seoul, with the AREX train taking 43 minutes for €8.70. Gimpo (GMP) is 12km from the city center, accessible via the Seoul Subway Line 5 for €1.20 in 25 minutes. Taxis from ICN cost €35-€45 to downtown (45-60 minutes) but avoid during rush hour—travel time jumps to 90 minutes between 7:30 AM-9:30 AM.
Q: Which airport do most flights arrive at in Seoul?
A: Incheon (ICN) handles 99% of international flights, with 78% of European carriers using it. Gimpo (GMP) serves 1.5% of European routes, mainly low-cost carriers like Wizz Air for short-haul routes.
Q: What’s the cheapest airline for Bucharest to Seoul?
A: Wizz Air (W6) offers the lowest fare at €34 one-way (OTP-ICN), 22% cheaper than Turkish Airlines’ €43 average. Book via Wizz Air’s official site to avoid third-party fees (€12-€18).
Q: How much luggage can I check on Korean Air?
A: Korean Air (KE) allows 30kg checked luggage for economy class, costing €35 for the first bag if not purchased at booking. Budget carriers like Wizz Air charge €25 for 20kg checked bags—always check baggage policies before booking.
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Flavia Voican
Travel entrepreneur & founder of 360 Business Tour. Writing about flights, destinations, and travel hacks since 2011.