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There are 8 ways to get from California to Busan by plane, train, or bus

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Fly San Francisco International Airport to Busan / Gimhae International Airport
best
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Busan / Gimhae International Airport (PUS)plane SFO - PUS
17h 38m
₩666,356–1,419,825
Fly San Francisco International Airport to Incheon International Airport, bus, train
cheapest
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)plane SFO - ICN
2. Take the bus from Incheon Int'l Airport T1 to Gwangmyeong Station Exit 4bus
3. Take the train from Gwangmyeong Station to Busan Stationtrain
18h 59m
₩533,856–1,426,025
Fly Los Angeles International Airport to Busan / Gimhae International Airport
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Busan / Gimhae International Airport (PUS)plane LAX - PUS
18h 3m
₩561,708–1,518,904
Fly San Diego International Airport to Busan / Gimhae International Airport
1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Busan / Gimhae International Airport (PUS)plane SAN - PUS
18h 34m
₩754,854–2,108,507
Fly Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Busan / Gimhae International Airport
1. Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to Busan / Gimhae International Airport (PUS)plane SJC - PUS
19h 38m
₩558,208–1,708,508
Fly San Francisco International Airport to Daegu International Airport, train
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Daegu International Airport (TAE)plane SFO - TAE
2. Take the train from Dongdaegu Station to Busan Stationtrain
18h 52m
₩831,356–2,571,025
Fly Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Daegu International Airport, train
1. Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to Daegu International Airport (TAE)plane SJC - TAE
2. Take the train from Dongdaegu Station to Busan Stationtrain
21h 27m
₩973,208–3,459,708
Fly Los Angeles International Airport to Incheon International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)plane LAX - ICN
2. Take the bus from Incheon Int'l Airport T1 to Gwangmyeong Station Exit 4bus
3. Take the train from Gwangmyeong Station to Busan Stationtrain
19h 9m
₩669,208–1,425,104

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Busan / Gimhae International Airport (PUS) flights

43Weekly Planes

16hAverage Duration

₩515,615Cheapest Price

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Distance: 9,126.8 km
Duration: 17h 38m

What companies run services between California, USA and Busan, South Korea?

Korean Air, Japan Airlines, and five other airlines fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Busan / Gimhae International Airport (PUS) every 4 hours.

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Busan, South Korea(opens in a new window)

Famed for its beaches (and hilly city limits), this South Korean port city is a popular tourist destination. Relax and unwind at one of the city’s many spas and bathhouses, visit the Jalgalchi fish market for the freshest seafood, and be one with your spiritual self at the Beomeosa Temple. Head to the top of Busan Tower in Youngdusan Park for panoramic city views, or, if you’re after a more rigorous workout, hike to the Taejongdae park area for a heavy dose of nature and scenic ocean views. Sun worshippers should visit the famous Haeundae beach, while art and culture lovers can explore the colourful Gamcheon Culture Village.

Things to do in Busan

Children's Grand Park(Opens in a new window)

Children's Grand Park is a park complex in Choeup-dong, Busanjin District, Busan, South Korea. Facilities at the Children's Grand Park include hills and hiking trails, Zoo, gardens, a lake and streams, observation tower and an amusement park.

Places to stay in Busan

Lavalse Hotel(Opens in a new window)

8.4Very Good

Ramada Encore by Wyndham Busan Station(Opens in a new window)

8.4Very Good

GnB Hotel(Opens in a new window)

8.5Very Good

SOYU Hotel(Opens in a new window)

8.1Very Good

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