Seoul: €462 LOT Flights from Poland (Cabin Bags Only)

Star Alliance carrier LOT Polish Airlines has a decent sale going. You can buy discounted tickets from both Belgium and Poland to Seoul, with prices as low as PLN 2,145 (~€503). The cheapest fare including a checked bag of 23 kg is available for PLN 2,537 (~€594) on LOT’s website.

Unsurprisingly, a change of planes in Warsaw is necessary in each direction.

You can fly from the following airports:

• Gdańsk at PLN 2,145 (~€503)
• Szczecin at PLN 2,147 (~€503)
• Kraków at PLN 2,148 (~€503)
• Poznan at PLN 2,184 (~€512)

Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days. It will forward you to Skyscanner with your selected flight dates. You can check what OTAs have to offer, or purchase your tickets directly from LOT for PLN 100 (~€23) more.

Availability gets even broader if you are willing to have a lengthy layover in Warsaw in at least one direction.

LOT uses a Boeing 787 for its flights to South Korea, which have a 3-3-3 configuration in economy class. The short flights will likely be on Embraer jets in a 2-2 configuration.

While the shortest routes leads from Warsaw Northeast through Siberian airspace, LOT takes a more Southern route for these flights, avoiding Belarus and Russia.

Search & Book

According to the fare rules, tickets are on sale until September 19, 2023 for travel between November 2023 and March 31, 2024. On this day, your inbound has to arrive back in Poland. A minimum stay of three nights or one night from Saturday to Sunday applies-

Google Flights will help you find additional flights dates. We recommend buying tickets directly from the airline, especially if you want to travel with hold luggage.

Why is booking with an airline better than with an online travel agency?

More often than not, online travel agencies offer lower fares than airlines do. We still recommend booking with the airlines directly. There are two main reasons for that:

Better Customer Service
In case any problems like delays, cancellations or missed connections arise, you can communicate directly with the airline. The airline has to take care of you because you have a contract with them.

If a travel agency issues your ticket, you may have to reach out to them first. You also depend on your OTA to forward information like flight changes instead of receiving them directly from the airline. In many cases, you may get a prime exhibition of responsibility shifting rather than problem-solving.

This especially applies to premium tickets. You don’t want to spend more than €1,000 to wind up with some budget OTA’s telephone hotline in case anything goes wrong.

Baggage and Other Fees
Economy fares not including hold luggage are industry standard by now. In most cases, travel agencies charge much higher baggage fees than the airlines themselves. If bags are not included in your fare, airlines are often the cheaper alternative.

This also applies to other things like food services, insurances or priority treatment. In almost all cases, you pay less for additional amenities when booking on the airlines’ website.

Mileage

LOT issues these tickets in booking class O. Star Alliance frequent flyers can earn the following for travel from Gdańsk.

Information & Tips for South Korea

South Korea offers a mix of modern and traditional attractions, such as the palaces in Seoul, the temples in Gyeongju, and the scenic landscapes of Jeju Island. The local currency is the South Korean won (KRW), and credit cards are widely accepted. Prices can vary; street food and public transport are affordable, while high-end dining and shopping can be expensive. The weather has four distinct seasons—hot and humid summers, cold winters, and mild spring and autumn, with the best times to visit being spring (April–June) and fall (September–November).

South Korea’s transport infrastructure is highly efficient and easy to navigate. In cities, the subway systems in Seoul and other major cities are extensive, affordable, and user-friendly, with English signs in many places. Buses and taxis are also widely available. For intercity travel, the KTX high-speed trains are fast and comfortable, connecting major cities like Seoul, Busan, and Daegu in under 3 hours. Public transportation is reliable, but rush hours can be crowded, especially in big cities.

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Information & Tips for Seoul

Seoul, South Korea’s vibrant capital, offers a mix of modern and traditional attractions, including Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, and shopping districts like Myeongdong. The local currency is the South Korean won (KRW), and credit cards are widely accepted. The cost of living is moderate, with affordable street food and both budget and high-end dining options. Seoul experiences four distinct seasons: hot and humid summers, cold winters with snow, and mild spring and autumn, making spring and fall ideal times to visit.

 

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