Star Alliance carrier Lufthansa currently sells discounted economy tickets from Budapest to South Korea’s capital Seoul, with prices going as low as HUF 196,600 (~€504) for a light ticket. This fare includes a cabin, but no hold luggage. The cheapest fare including a checked bag is available for HUF 32,000 (~€82) more on Lufthansa’s website.
Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days. It will forward you to Lufthansa with your selected flight dates, since the airline sells the cheapest tickets on its website.
These flights require a change of planes in either Frankfurt or Munich. From Frankfurt, you’d be flying a Boeing 747-8i (3-4-3 seating in economy class) to Seoul, from Munich you’d ride an Airbus A350-900 (3-3-3) to Incheon.
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According to the fare rules, these tickets are not bound to a travel or sales period. You need to stay at least six days or one night from Saturday to Sunday in South Korea to get the lowest fare. Availability is scattered from May through October 2024, with your best shot at the cheapest tickets in June and September 2024.
Google Flights helps you find additional flight dates. Since the cheapest tickets are available on Lufthansa’s website, it’s a no-brainer to purchase them there directly.
Mileage
Lufthansa issues tickets for all flight segments in booking class K. A roundtrip via Frankfurt earns the following miles and points:
- 3,494 Miles on ANA Mileage Club
- 2,914 Award Miles + 582 PQP on United MileagePlus
- 2,914 Miles on ITA Volare
- 1,560 Award Miles + 160 Points on Miles&More
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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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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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