Travelling from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Seoul: what you need to know
Seoul is two hours behind Canberra, where Canberra Airport is located. Seoul runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your CBR to Seoul flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from CBR to Seoul with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Canberra, CBR can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
In search of a hotel near CBR? If you're boarding an early flight from Canberra Airport to Seoul, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Canberra Airport, 72.61% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Seoul
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Canberra Airport to Seoul flight is $497. The cheapest price for a return flight is $804. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from CBR to Seoul, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Canberra Airport to Seoul across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Snag an affordable flight from Canberra Airport to Seoul with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. The time it takes to get there will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near ICN if you have a late flight from Canberra Airport to Seoul. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with an Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and find adventure across Seoul and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from CBR to Seoul.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in central Seoul (or just want to explore straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Look for any visitor information desks to point you in the right direction after disembarking your flight from Canberra Airport to Seoul.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near GMP. Kick back and get cosy after your CBR to Seoul flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Gimpo International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at GMP will help you save.
Best time to go to Seoul
Visit Seoul during high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Canberra Airport to Seoul in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
When booking your Canberra Airport to Seoul plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CBR to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Seoul
Once you've booked your flight from Canberra Airport to Seoul, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are major attractions which should be on any good Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Korea waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Daegu is another sought-after destination in South Korea and is around 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. No journey is complete without visiting Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park.
