US$56 Cheap Flights from Beijing to Seoul

Seoul, the large Korean metropolis is also the capital of the country. The dynamic city is known for its modern skyscrapers, high-rises and high-tech subways meshed with beautiful palaces, serene temples, and mountain trails. The city known for K-Pop music is a global leader in technology and fashion. Seoul is known as the miracle on the Hans due to the economic boom it experienced and made it the leading economic city of Korea. It is a 24-hour city with a vibrant nightlife co-existing with traditional culture. 

Tip: Seoul experiences hot and humid summers and dry winters. The best months to visit are from March to May and September to November when the weather is pleasant.

Getting to Seoul

Gimpo International Airport (SEL) is also known as Gimpo Airport and is the third-largest airport in Korea. The secondary airport of Seoul is located in western Seoul on the Han river. 

From Beijing to Seoul, there are numerous flights. Air China Airlines has direct flights to Seoul. Beijing to Seoul flights typically takes from 2 hours and 10 minutes. For other options for cheap flights from Beijing see flights by Asiana Airlines, Korean Air and Xiamen airways. 

Tip: Book the flight tickets in advance if you are planning to visit during the peak tourist season of cherry blossoms from April to May.

Things to do in Seoul:

Seoul is surrounded by beautiful mountains and hilly landscapes. So enjoy hiking and day trip to any of the four Guardian Mountains of Seoul. The city also has a rich heritage and is known for its world heritage sites such as Namhansansong, Changdeok Palace, Jongmyo Shrine, Hwaseong Fortress, and the Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty. Other popular must-visit places are Jogyesa Temple, Dongdaemun Design Plaza, National Museum of Korea, War memorial of Korea, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Lotte World, and Lotte World Tower.

Visit the ritzy Gangnam district for a vibrant nightlife and fine dining restaurants. The area is also known for its high-end boutiques and branded outlets. Insa-Dong is the perfect place to shop for traditional Korean products and also for souvenir shopping. 

Tip: Seoul has a good network of public transport of subway and buses. Buy a T-Money transit card to travel with ease.

Staying in Seoul:

Seoul offers a lot of options for accommodation to its visitors, from basic guesthouses to luxurious five-star hotels, palace accommodation to Airbnb, and from backpacker guesthouses to Hanok homestays. Hanoks are traditional wooden homes of Korea, where locals let tourists stay like the local Korean people and enjoy the traditional lifestyle of Korea. Hanok homestays can be found in Bukchon and Ikseon-dong. Hongdae and Gangham are popular areas where most of the budget and mid-range hotels are located. 

Tip: Most mid-range and budget hotels raise their room fares by 10-20% during weekends, so book in advance and first ask about weekday prices to get a good deal.  

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