4 airlines fly nonstop from New York to Seoul.
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| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Korean Air | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | ICN Incheon International Airport |
| Asiana Airlines | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | ICN Incheon International Airport |
| Air Premia | EWR Newark Liberty International Airport | ICN Incheon International Airport |
| United Airlines | EWR Newark Liberty International Airport | ICN Incheon International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
30 miles (48 km) from the city centre. 74.1 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | AREX express non-stop train to Seoul Station | about 43m | 9,500 KRW |
| Train | AREX all-stop train to Seoul Station | about 1h | 4,250 KRW |
US citizens need a valid passport but no visa for tourism or business stays of up to 90 days; a K-ETA becomes mandatory from 1 January 2027.
Seoul is 14 hours ahead of New York in January and 13 hours ahead of it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently. Seoul uses the South Korean won (KRW).
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Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, Air Premia and United Airlines fly this route nonstop.
Nonstop flights leave from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and arrive at Incheon International Airport (ICN).
About 6,868 miles (11,053 km), measured between the city centres.
Seoul is 14 hours ahead of New York in January and 13 hours ahead of it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently.
US citizens need a valid passport but no visa for tourism or business stays of up to 90 days; a K-ETA becomes mandatory from 1 January 2027.
AREX express non-stop train to Seoul Station, about 43 minutes, 9,500 KRW.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.