Traveling from Seoul to Houston: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Seoul. Check out your options departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when reserving your flight from Seoul to Houston.
Arrive in Houston at Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
Houston's timezone is UTC-6, making Houston 15 hours behind Seoul.
Leave enough time to catch your Seoul to Houston flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Houston
To pick up cheap Seoul to Houston flights, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Seoul to Houston is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and pick up a sweet deal.
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Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
We make it easy to find a Seoul to Houston flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Incheon International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Located around 48 kilometers from the center of Seoul, ICN can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Seoul to Houston? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Incheon International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Incheon International Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
GMP is about 18 kilometers from central Seoul. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Seoul to Houston? Check in to a hotel near Gimpo International Airport before your trip officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Flights from Gimpo International Airport are known for their punctuality, with 81% of them landing right on cue.
Arriving in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
The distance from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) to central Houston is approximately 26 kilometers. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the center driving.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to IAH if you're coming in on a late flight from Seoul to Houston. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport rental car and discover Houston and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
IAH is situated at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
After your flight from Seoul to Houston has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city center in around 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is approximately 16 kilometers from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city center in 50 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near HOU. Tuck yourself in after your Seoul to Houston flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Houston Hobby Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HOU can help you lock in a better rate.
Houston Hobby Airport can be found at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
September is the quietest month for flights from Seoul to Houston, while July is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Houston based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Seoul to Houston ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Seoul to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Houston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Houston right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Seoul to Houston:
Audrey Jones Beck Building at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and Houston Museum of Natural Science are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Houston to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to The Menil Collection.
Explore more of the United States
San Antonio is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Houston. Around 306 kilometers to the west, top sights here include San Antonio River Walk, Selena Quintanilla Mural and Historic Market Square.
If you want to check out another corner of the United States, head for Dallas, roughly 370 kilometers north of Houston. Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Meyerson Symphony Center, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.