Book a trip from Melbourne to Seoul with Cathay Pacific , fares from AUD1,002

Flight route information

Cathay Pacific offers flights to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) from Melbourne Airport (MEL), with a layover in Hong Kong. Flights from MEL to ICN take around 14 hours, including the layover, and bring you to Terminal 1 in Seoul.

Upon your arrival in Seoul

The most convenient way to reach the city centre from the airport is via taxi or the City Limousine Bus as they take approximately 70 minutes to reach downtown Seoul. The AREX (Airport Railroad Express) can also be found at Terminals 1 and 2, and will get you downtown in around an hour.

A brief introduction to Seoul

The largest city in South Korea, Seoul is a treasure trove of wondrous experiences for those who visit as it boasts ancient palaces, intriguing museums, and an appetising culinary scene.

We recommend starting your trip with a visit to Seoul’s Five Grand Palaces - Changdeokgung, Changgyeonggung, Deoksugung, Gyeongbokgung, and Gyeonghuigung. Spread across the Jongno and Jung districts, these historic monuments were built over 700 years ago during the Joseon Dynasty and offer a captivating insight into the history of South Korea. Near Gyeongbokgung Palace, you can find the ancient and quaint village of Bukchon Hanok, which dates back more than six centuries and features winding alleys and traditional Korean houses.

Seoul is also home to a renowned dining scene with plenty of tasty delicacies. Be sure to sample local favourites such as stir-fried seafood, ‘kimbap’ rice rolls, and ‘bulgogi’ (marinated beef barbeque). ‘Hoeddeok’ - a sweet and syrupy pancake dessert that is especially popular in the winter - is another must-try dish.

Flying to Seoul with Cathay Pacific

Book your Melbourne to Seoul flight with Cathay Pacific and enjoy the highest standards of hospitality and service.

On board, you can enjoy our inflight dining menu, which features international and contemporary flavours from around the world. Cathay Pacific also offers an award-winning wine selection, handpicked to complement your meal. During your flight, you can also sit back, relax, and enjoy films, complete TV box sets, podcasts, and more from our inflight content library.

Why you should book directly with Cathay Pacific

Booking directly with Cathay Pacific means customisable bookings, round-the-clock support, and much more. You will be able to make changes to your baggage allowances, take advantage of exclusive offers, and book confidently without hidden fees or service charges.

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