Seoul, South Korea

South Korea · ICN

Seoul

Hyper-paced K-culture, 10-step skincare tech, midnight neon, and elite-tier K-BBQ that commands addiction.

Updated

Manchester → Seoul £480 return £198 below the route's recent average
Live fares

Route average

£678

Average return fare

Lowest tracked

£468.46

Observed October 2026

Cheapest UK month

October

Typically £736 return

Departures

Flights from the UK

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Typical return fares to Seoul by UK origin
FromTypical returnCheapest month
London£701.22November
Birmingham£770.89January
Newcastle£794.81January
Glasgow£808.13January
Belfast International£810—
Edinburgh£855.33January
Bristol£864.38January
Manchester£902.43November

The stay

Where to stay in Seoul

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GLAD Mapo

GLAD Mapo

4★

92, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu

Mid-range

Convenient Location and City Views Situated in front of Gongdeok Subway Station, GLAD Hotel Mapo offers easy access to Incheon International Airport and stunning city views for guests looking to explore the central area.

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - Formerly known as Lotte Hotel Seoul

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - Formerly known as Lotte Hotel Seoul

5★

30, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu

Splurge

Luxury Hotel Linked to Euljiro 1-ga Subway Station Elegant Dining and Relaxation Options Indulge in 10 diverse food and beverage choices, from international buffets to local delicacies. Unwind at the Peninsula Lounge Bar

Toyoko Inn Incheon Bupyeong

Toyoko Inn Incheon Bupyeong

3★

10, Gwangjang-ro, Bupyeong-gu

Budget

Convenient Location Located in the vibrant Bupyeong-gu district, Toyoko Inn Incheon Bupyeong offers easy access to key attractions like Incheon Asiad Main Stadium and Gimpo International Airport. Modern Amenities Enjoy a

The experiences

What to do in Seoul

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Gyeongbokgung Palace and Old Seoul

4.9/5

7h 30m

Meet the royal heart of Seoul at Gyeongbokgung, then wander Insadong's craft lanes beneath Namsan Tower.

Seoul Gangnam Gourmet Tour With Temple

5/5

2 hours

Discover the perfect blend of tradition, modern culture, and food on this unique Gangnam experience. In just a few hours, explore one of…

Han River Twilight Cruise

5/5

5h 30m

Glide past Seoul's lit bridges on a Han River evening cruise, then take in the skyline from the 63 Building observatory.

Best DMZ Tour Seoul: Defector Q&A, 3rd Tunnel & Suspension Bridge

5/5

6 hours

See North Korea up close with PLK Travel, running DMZ tours from Seoul since 2016. We created Korea's first DMZ suspension bridge tour and…

Seoul: Your Private Custom Tour – Half/Full/Outskirts

5/5

4 hours

This tour offers 3 options: 1. Seoul Half-Day (4h) 2. Seoul Full-Day (9h) 3. Outskirts Full-Day (9h) All options include private vehicle,…

Seoul Han River Night Tour: Picnic, Games & Starlight Cruise

4.6/5

4 hours

✨Experience Seoul’s Han River at night with a riverside picnic, Korean food, and traditional games, ending with an evening cruise.✨ From…

Timing

Best time to fly to Seoul

Typical fare by month UK median typical return.

Manchester fare: £480 — 35% below the usual October fare.

Months without an observation use the route typical.

UK median typical return fare by month. Months without an observation are marked No data and use the route typical on the chart.
MonthTypical return fare
January£797.08
February£822.53
March£852.82
April£819.25
May£781.80
June£824.12
JulyNo data
August£866.25
SeptemberNo data
October£735.83
November£818.75
December£864.38
Manchester fare£480

Before you go

Questions

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

Fares to Seoul are typically lowest in May, averaging £728.31 return. Since airlines shift prices without warning, Route & Room tracks UK departures 24/7, publishing verified price cuts directly to our members.

What is considered a good price for a return flight to Seoul?

Route & Room has verified return flights to Seoul as low as £467.93, compared to typical market fares of £810. Anything under £560 is a strong price, and we filter out self-transfers and grueling layovers before publishing.

Which UK airports fly to Seoul?

We track departures from London, Birmingham, Newcastle, Glasgow, Belfast City, Manchester, Edinburgh and Leeds Bradford to Seoul.

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