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Flight deals from Edinburgh to Seoul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh to Seoul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Seoul.$1,013 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 May, returning Mon, 26 May.Return flight with Ryanair and China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,013, select.
Seoul.$1,100 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Thu, 12 Jun.Return flight with easyJet and China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Incheon International on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,100, select.
Seoul.$1,131 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Sat, 14 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair and China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Incheon International on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,131, select.
Seoul.$1,263 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jan, returning Sun, 25 Jan.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Incheon International on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,263, select.
Seoul.$1,297 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Wed, 17 Sep.Return flight with easyJet and Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Gimpo International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,297, select.
Seoul.$1,307 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar, returning Thu, 26 Mar.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Incheon International on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,307, select.
Seoul.$1,318 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct, returning Sun, 16 Nov.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Incheon International on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,318, select.
Seoul.$1,325 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,325, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Seoul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Seoul flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from $2,160
May
from $1,013
Jun
from $1,100
Jul
from $1,464
Aug
from $1,958
Sep
from $1,297
Oct
from $1,528
Nov
from $1,325
Dec
from $1,325
Jan
from $1,263
Feb
Find prices
Mar
from $1,307

Alternative Edinburgh to Seoul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Edinburgh to Seoul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Edinburgh to Seoul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,013
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Seoul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Seoul: Gimpo International and Incheon International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Seoul is $1,013. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Edinburgh to Seoul. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,013.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Edinburgh to Seoul.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Seoul is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Edinburgh Airport, the cheapest airport near Seoul is Incheon International – which is 47.8 km away from the centre of Seoul. We've found flights into this airport from $1,013.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Seoul on Monday, 19 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Edinburgh Airport and Seoul. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Seoul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Seoul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 10°C. August is typically the warmest month in Seoul, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Seoul.

Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Seoul: what you need to know

  • Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. Operating on the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is 9 hours ahead of Edinburgh.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from EDI to Seoul. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from EDI to Seoul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • If you have a passport from United Kingdom, you'll need an ETA to enter South Korea. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Seoul for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before flying.

  • Travelling from central Edinburgh to EDI takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Seoul, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Seoul

  • $559 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Seoul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,013. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from EDI to Seoul, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for a ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Seoul.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from EDI to Seoul. You don't need to look every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll let you know when the price changes.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Seoul, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Airports in Seoul

Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • Incheon International Airport (ICN) is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it takes to reach the centre in a car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 44 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Seoul. Book one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:

Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

  • Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Check out your options for travelling into town after your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Seoul has arrived.

  • You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour and 3 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some great places to drop your things at near GMP. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from EDI to Seoul at one of these well-located options:

Best time to go to Seoul

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Seoul. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Seoul in April when things are quieter.

  • Lock in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Seoul for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.

  • Look for cheap flights from EDI to Seoul in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.

More about Seoul

  • Start your Seoul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Seoul, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Seoul to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at N Seoul Tower.

Complete your Seoul trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from Edinburgh Airport to Seoul isn't the only trick up our sleeve. Check out our car rentals in Seoul and explore at your own pace. We find deals from trusted car rental companies and put them all in one place. Instantly compare offers and then book with no fees.

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