Direct (nonstop) flights from Seoul to Seattle

5 airlines fly nonstop from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Seattle Tacoma International (SEA). It's 5,217 miles (8,396 km), about 10h 3m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Hawaiian Airlines and others.

ICN
Incheon International Airport
🇰🇷 Seoul, Republic of Korea
SEA
Seattle Tacoma International
🇺🇸 Seattle, USA
Flight Time
10h 3m
Distance
5,217 mi
8,396 km
CO₂/pax
798 kg
−32 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Alaska Airlines +4
Time Diff
-16h
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Hawaiian Airlines Hawaiian Airlines Korean Air Korean Air Asiana Airlines Asiana Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
ICN → SEA
Flight Time
10h 3m
Distance
5,217 mi
Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
ICN → SEA
Flight Time
10h 3m
Distance
5,217 mi
Hawaiian Airlines HA Hawaiian Airlines
Route
ICN → SEA
Flight Time
10h 3m
Distance
5,217 mi
Korean Air KE Korean Air
Route
ICN → SEA
Flight Time
10h 3m
Distance
5,217 mi
Asiana Airlines OZ Asiana Airlines
Route
ICN → SEA
Flight Time
10h 3m
Distance
5,217 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Seoul to Seattle with one stop · direct emits 798 kg CO₂ per passenger

ICN YVR (Vancouver) SEA
Leg 1: 9h 50m (5,109 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (127 mi) Total: ~11h 🍃 830 kg CO₂ (+4% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → YVR
9h 50m · 5,109 mi
View ICN to YVR flights →
Leg 2
YVR → SEA
1h 10m · 127 mi
View YVR to SEA flights →
ICN NRT (Tokyo) SEA
Leg 1: 2h 30m (783 mi) Leg 2: 8h 50m (4,768 mi) Total: ~11h 20m 🍃 899 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → NRT
2h 30m · 783 mi
View ICN to NRT flights →
Leg 2
NRT → SEA
8h 50m · 4,768 mi
View NRT to SEA flights →
ICN HND (Tokyo) SEA
Leg 1: 2h 10m (753 mi) Leg 2: 9h 10m (4,804 mi) Total: ~11h 20m 🍃 898 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → HND
2h 10m · 753 mi
View ICN to HND flights →
Leg 2
HND → SEA
9h 10m · 4,804 mi
View HND to SEA flights →
ICN YYC (Calgary) SEA
Leg 1: 10h 28m (5,321 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (452 mi) Total: ~12h 23m 🍃 923 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → YYC
10h 28m · 5,321 mi
View ICN to YYC flights →
Leg 2
YYC → SEA
1h 55m · 452 mi
View YYC to SEA flights →
ICN PVG (Shanghai) SEA
Leg 1: 2h 5m (510 mi) Leg 2: 10h 47m (5,722 mi) Total: ~12h 52m 🍃 994 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → PVG
2h 5m · 510 mi
View ICN to PVG flights →
Leg 2
PVG → SEA
10h 47m · 5,722 mi
View PVG to SEA flights →

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SEA → ICN: Flights from Seattle to Seoul

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Seoul to Seattle?

A nonstop flight from Seoul (ICN) to Seattle (SEA) takes approximately 10 hours and 3 minutes. The distance is 5,217 miles (8,396 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Seoul to Seattle?

5 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Hawaiian Airlines, Korean Air, Asiana Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Seoul to Seattle?

Yes. 5 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Hawaiian Airlines, Korean Air, Asiana Airlines.

How far is Seoul from Seattle?

The flight distance from Seoul to Seattle is 5,217 miles (8,396 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Tokyo.

What is the time difference between Seoul and Seattle?

Seattle is 16 hours behind Seoul. (Asia/Seoul vs America/Los_Angeles.)

Will I experience jet lag flying from Seoul to Seattle?

Probably — 16-hour time difference means significant jet lag. Expect about 1 day of adjustment per hour of shift. Flying westward is generally easier to adjust to.

What type of aircraft flies from Seoul to Seattle?

At 10h 3m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Republic of Korea to USA?

Depends on your passport. Check with the USA embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Seoul to Seattle?

Roughly 798 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 3,990 km.

Is the return flight from Seattle to Seoul also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Seattle?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Incheon International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.