Travelling from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Seoul: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Seoul and you'll be travelling for an average of 13 hours.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9. The city is eight hours ahead of Warsaw, where Frederic Chopin Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). Take your pick of six services every week between these two airports. LOT - Polish Airlines offers a 11:50 departure between WAW and ICN.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your WAW to Seoul flight.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Start your journey at WAW and travel straight to Incheon International Airport (ICN). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Frederic Chopin Airport to Seoul tickets.
Keep an eye out for promotions from LOT - Polish Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from Frederic Chopin Airport to Seoul.
WAW is around 8 kilometres from central Warsaw. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near WAW. Whether you're taking an early flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Seoul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of the flights that depart from Frederic Chopin Airport, 77.68% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Seoul
367 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Frederic Chopin Airport to Seoul flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 536 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap flights from WAW to Seoul, book your journey two months ahead of your planned departure.
June is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Frederic Chopin Airport to Seoul tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is around 48 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to ICN if you have a late flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Seoul. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Hit the road running by picking up an Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and explore beyond Seoul's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks before your flight from WAW to Seoul.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Explore your options for travelling into town after your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Seoul has touched down.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near GMP. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your WAW to Seoul flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Gimpo International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at GMP can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Seoul
Before booking your flights from Frederic Chopin Airport to Seoul, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Seoul offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Frederic Chopin Airport to Seoul plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from WAW to Seoul around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seoul right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Seoul:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Seoul.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of South Korea just waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Around 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul, Daegu is another essential stop in South Korea. Start your sightseeing at Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park.