Seoul: €480 Lufthansa Group Flights from 5 European Countries (€560 with Checked Luggage)

Star Alliance members SWISS and Lufthansa are currently offering cheap tickets from Europe to Seoul starting at €480. While Lufthansa allows Star Alliance Gold members to fly with 23 kg of luggage at no extra cost, all others will have to pay €80 more for the fare that includes luggage. Departures are available in November and December, with additional dates in March from Paris.

You can depart from the following cities:

• Dublin at €480
• Amsterdam at €487
• Stockholm at €500 (~SEK 5,464)
• Nice at €502
• Toulouse at €502
• Marseille at €503
• Paris at €507
• Budapest at €538 (~HUF 208,809)

Our calendar displays available dates from all three cities in green. Simply select the point of origin that suits you best, the dates, and we’ll redirect you to Lufthansa’s booking site, where you’ll get the best price for both airlines:

SWISS uses an Airbus A340 with a 2-4-2 economy class for its relatively new flights from Zürich to Seoul. Lufthansa, on the other hand, uses an Airbus A350 with a 3-3-3 economy class for its flights between Munich and Seoul and a Boeing 747 with a 3-4-3 economy class between Frankfurt and Seoul. The long-haul flights take roughly 10h30 to Seoul and 13 hours on the way back to Europe.

If you appreciate a row of 2, you should fly with SWISS. If, however, you’d like a power socket on these daytime flights, that allows you to charge e.g. your laptop, then Lufthansa is the better choice. SWISS merely offers a USB port.

Search & Book

The fare rules state a minimum stay requirement of 10 days. The tickets are non-refundable but can be rebooked for a fee of €150 plus any price difference. Departures are available in November and December, with additional dates in March from Paris.

Our calendar displays available dates, as does Google Flights. You can get the cheapest price directly on Lufthansa’s website.

Miles & Points

The tickets are issued in booking class K. Here’s what you’d roughly earn with SWISS from Dublin:

With Lufthansa, you’d roughly earn:

Destination

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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Cover Picture: © Swiss International Air Lines