Travelling from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Seoul: what you need to know
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9. The city is eight hours ahead of Marseille, where Marseille Provence Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your MRS to Seoul flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from MRS to Seoul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
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Central Marseille to MRS is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 25 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Booked an early flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Seoul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to MRS:
Of the flights that depart from Marseille Provence Airport, 73.25% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Seoul
ج.م. 16,259 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Marseille Provence Airport to Seoul flight. Return flight tickets start from ج.م. 26,413. These fares can change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from MRS to Seoul, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Scoring cheap tickets from Marseille Provence Airport to Seoul is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the best prices across each month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MRS to Seoul by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find an affordable flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Seoul with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Seoul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Go where the road takes you with an Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and find adventure across Seoul and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from MRS to Seoul can help you get the best possible rate.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in central Seoul (or just can't wait to start exploring), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Keep an eye out for any information kiosks to get directions after hopping off your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Seoul.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
After stepping off your MRS to Seoul flight, kick back at a hotel close to GMP. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from GMP one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
Before scheduling your flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Seoul, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Seoul offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Marseille Provence Airport to Seoul flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from MRS to Seoul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
Once you've booked your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Seoul, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Seoul.
Explore more of South Korea
You've done Seoul, now it's time to explore more of South Korea. Journey around 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to tick off its top attractions. From Haeundae Beach to Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in South Korea, head for Daegu, roughly 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park are the start of reasons to visit.
