Seoul doesn't do things quietly. It's 10 million people, neon-lit alleys, and a street food scene running from €2 market stalls to three-Michelin-starred restaurants. Lufthansa flies you there from Dublin with one stop, from €523 return.
✈️ The deal
- From: Dublin, Ireland
- To: Seoul, South Korea
- Airline: Lufthansa
- Stops: 1 stop
- Price: €523-€550 return
- When: November to April
Example dates:
10/11/2026 - 26/11/2026
12/11/2026 - 26/11/2026
20/11/2026 - 01/12/2026
01/12/2026 - 14/12/2026
07/12/2026 - 29/12/2026
04/01/2027 - 14/01/2027
11/01/2027 - 30/01/2027
01/02/2027 - 13/02/2027
11/02/2027 - 25/02/2027
03/03/2027 - 31/03/2027
06/04/2027 - 28/04/2027
💰 How far does your money go?
A full plate at Gwangjang Market, Seoul's most famous street food hub, costs about €2. A sit-down Korean BBQ dinner runs around €12 per person. A local beer in Hongdae: €3.50. A round back in Dublin costs more than a full day of eating in Seoul.
☀️ The weather
November is crisp and dry, with temperatures between 5°C and 14°C and autumn colours still visible across the palace grounds. December through February is cold, dropping to -5°C, with snow a real possibility in January. March and April bring Korea's cherry blossom season, warming to 15-18°C and arguably the most photogenic time to visit any Korean city.
🏨 Where to stay
Seoul has neighbourhoods for every budget. Book early - the city fills up from November onwards.
K-Guesthouse Myeongdong 2 - 8.4/10 · From €42/night
A clean, well-positioned guesthouse in Myeongdong, ideal for first-timers who want everything within walking distance.
Nine Tree Premier Hotel Myeongdong - 8.7/10 · From €105/night
Modern rooms, a rooftop bar, and five minutes from Gyeongbokgung Palace. The most reliable mid-range option in the area.
Signiel Seoul - 9.3/10 · From €380/night
Seoul's most celebrated luxury hotel, occupying floors 76-101 of the Lotte World Tower. The views are exceptional.
🎯 What to do
Seoul mixes 600-year-old royal palaces with the most forward-looking pop culture on the planet.
Gyeongbokgung Palace - The original palace of the Joseon dynasty, built in 1395. Rent a hanbok at the gate and entry is free.
Gwangjang Market - Seoul's oldest covered market. Go for the bindaetteok (mung bean pancakes) and raw beef bibimbap. Noisy, cheap, and extraordinary.
N Seoul Tower - The city's most recognisable landmark. Take the Namsan Cable Car up for panoramic views across the whole city on a clear day.
Hongdae by night - The university district. Rooftop bars, live street performances, and restaurants open until 4am. Seoul's nightlife at its most local.
🗺️ Where to go from here
Seoul is a natural base for the rest of South Korea. The rail network is fast, punctual, and cheap.
Busan - Korea's second city: coastal, gritty, and famous for its seafood. KTX from Seoul Station takes 2h15min, from €40.
Jeju Island - A subtropical volcanic island with its own climate, language, and cuisine. One-hour flight from Seoul, from €30.
Gyeongju - Korea's ancient capital, with thousands of royal burial mounds dotting the landscape. 2h30min by KTX.
The DMZ - The most surreal day trip in Asia. Guided tours from Seoul to the North Korean border take about a day. Book ahead.
Jeonju - Korea's food capital. Famous for hanjeongsik and its preserved hanok village. 1h50min by KTX from Seoul.
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