San Jose to Seoul (SJC–GMP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 2 hubs
ICN Seoul ~14h 27m Seoul (ICN) to Seoul flights
SEA Seattle ~15h 10m AFAMAS Seattle (SEA) to Seoul flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
San Jose to Seoul
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+16h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between SJC and GMP, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for SJC to GMP.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~14h
Fastest
~15h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
26
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
SJC → GMP
79%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
79%
Return
GMP → SJC
69%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
69%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. SJC delays →

Other ways to reach Seoul from San Jose

Nearby airports with service to Gimpo International Airport.
Metric SJC→GMP SFO→GMP
Distance from SJC 30 mi
Nonstop airlines 2
Weekly flights 1
Departure OTP 79%
Airports within 200 miles of SJC with service to Gimpo International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+16h
Seoul is 16 hours ahead of San Jose.
SJC: PDT · GMP: KST

When it's 6:00 PM in San Jose, it's 10:00 AM (next day) in Seoul.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter South Korea visa-free for up to 90 days under the K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) exemption. As of early 2026, the K-ETA requirement is waived for US citizens through December 2025 (check for extensions beyond this date). When the K-ETA is required, apply at k-eta.go.kr at least 72 hours before travel for KRW 10,000 (about $7). Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. At Incheon International Airport (ICN), immigration uses automated gates for repeat visitors or stamps your passport at the counter.

South Korea counts the 90 days from entry, not cumulatively within a period, so you can exit and re-enter for a fresh 90 days. Incheon Airport consistently ranks among the world's best: free showers, a Korean culture center, an ice skating rink, and transit hotels are all inside the terminals. The KTX high-speed train connects Seoul to Busan in 2 hours 15 minutes, Daejeon in 50 minutes, and Gwangju in 1 hour 40 minutes.

Direct flights from New York JFK to Incheon run about 14 hours on Korean Air, Asiana, and Delta. Los Angeles (LAX) to ICN runs about 12 hours 30 minutes. Direct service also operates from San Francisco, Seattle, Dallas, Chicago, Atlanta, and Honolulu. South Korea uses the Korean won (KRW), trading at roughly 1,380 KRW per $1. T-money cards work on Seoul's metro (9 lines), buses, taxis, and convenience stores. A single metro ride costs KRW 1,400 ($1). The AREX express train runs from Incheon Airport to Seoul Station in 43 minutes for KRW 9,500 ($6.90). Street food at Gwangjang Market or Myeongdong runs KRW 3,000 to KRW 8,000 ($2.20 to $5.80) per item. Korean BBQ meals cost KRW 15,000 to KRW 30,000 ($10.90 to $21.75) per person.

SJC–GMP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the San Jose to Seoul route.
Route details
Time difference+16 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: SJC
IATA / ICAOSJC / KSJC
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr11.6M
Elevation62 ft / 19 m
Destination: GMP
IATA / ICAOGMP / RKSS
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Passengers/yr25.0M
Elevation59 ft / 18 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SJC to GMP flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time.
Seoul is 16 hours ahead of San Jose.
Yes, return flights from GMP to SJC are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SFO. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include San Francisco (SFO).