Travelling from Warsaw to Seoul: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Warsaw to Seoul. Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) are the main airports in Warsaw.
When working out where to arrive in Seoul, Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the major hubs.
A direct flight from Warsaw to Seoul takes on average 11 hours 11 minutes. The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is 8 hours ahead of Warsaw.
The busiest route for flights from Warsaw to Seoul is from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). Take your pick of 7 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from WAW to ICN is the 11:50 LOT - Polish Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 15:20 with LOT - Polish Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from Warsaw to Seoul, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you hold a passport from Poland, you'll need an ETA to enter South Korea. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from Warsaw to Seoul for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
Flying from Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
You can book a nonstop flight from Warsaw to Seoul departing from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW). Start your journey at WAW and arrive at Incheon International Airport (ICN).
LOT - Polish Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Warsaw to Seoul taking off from WAW.
WAW is about 8 kilometres from central Warsaw. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 9 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Warsaw to Seoul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Frederic Chopin Airport:
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
WMI is around 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 1 minute.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Warsaw to Seoul, chill out in one of these hotels near Warsaw-Modlin Airport:
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it'll take to get there by car rental or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 44 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Warsaw to Seoul, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is roughly 16 kilometres from central Seoul. Check out your options for making your way into town after your flight from Warsaw to Seoul has arrived.
You can also travel using public transport, which typically takes 1 hour and 3 minutes.
After your flight from Warsaw to Seoul, kick back at a hotel near GMP. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Seoul
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Seoul is $462. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $925. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book 10 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Warsaw to Seoul.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Warsaw to Seoul. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Seoul
July is the most popular month for flights from Warsaw to Seoul. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Seoul in April.
When booking your flight from Warsaw to Seoul, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Warsaw 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 ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Seoul, check out our range of hotels including:
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Seoul must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out N Seoul Tower.
Complete your Seoul trip with a car rental
Explore our range of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Warsaw to Seoul. Whether you want a compact ride, spacious sedan or anything in between, you can compare companies in one go to find the best deal.