Travelling from Seoul to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): What you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Seoul. Explore your options leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when planning your flight from Seoul to Edmonton International Airport (YEG).
Edmonton International Airport is located in Edmonton. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is 15 hours behind Seoul.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Seoul to YEG.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seoul to YEG. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
From the centre of Seoul, ICN is around 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Incheon International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Seoul to Edmonton International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the departures from Incheon International Airport, 54.5% land on schedule at their destination.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
GMP is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Plan ahead to find the fastest way to get to your terminal.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Gimpo International Airport the day before your Seoul to YEG flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Gimpo International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.94%.
About Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seoul to Edmonton International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near YEG:
Follow your own route with an Edmonton International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Alamo or Hertz and experience more of Edmonton and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Seoul to Edmonton International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Edmonton International Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Edmonton. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
P16,091 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Edmonton International Airport. A return flight starts at P34,748. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Seoul to YEG, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Seoul to Edmonton International Airport ticket.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Seoul to YEG.
Discover the best deal on a flight from Seoul to Edmonton International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Seoul to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
July is when most people book flights from Seoul to Edmonton International Airport (YEG). Visit Edmonton in May if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Seoul to YEG plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Edmonton to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seoul to Edmonton International Airport in February when temperatures are between -25ºC (-13ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF).
More about Edmonton
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Edmonton right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Seoul to Edmonton International Airport:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Edmonton when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Rogers Place followed by Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Edmonton, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Travel about 257 kilometres south to Calgary to check off its popular sights. From Stampede park to Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower, your itinerary will be busy.
Red Deer is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 113 kilometres south of Edmonton. No journey is complete without seeing Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail.