Travelling from Beijing to Seoul: what you need to know
Beijing is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Beijing to Seoul departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are Seoul's primary gateways.
Jump on a direct Beijing to Seoul flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Beijing.
The busiest route for flights from Beijing to Seoul is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). Choose from 61 services every week between these two airports. If you want to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PEK to ICN is the 01:30 Korean Air option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 21:25 with Korean Air.
To ensure you board your Beijing to Seoul flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Seoul
₹ 9,015 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Seoul. A return flight starts from ₹ 20,185. These fares may change based on availability.
Book two months before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Beijing to Seoul flights.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Beijing to Seoul is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Beijing to Seoul by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Beijing to Seoul flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Set off from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and fly straight through to Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP). If you're looking for a direct flight from Beijing to Seoul out of PEK, those are your landing points.
You can choose from a range of airlines offering direct Beijing to Seoul plane tickets with departures from PEK, including:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing Beijing to Seoul flights leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Jeju International Airport (CJU)
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
PEK is about 26 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel near Beijing Capital International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Seoul, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Beijing Capital International Airport, data shows 79.67% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Want a direct flight from Beijing to Seoul taking off from Daxing International Airport (PKX)? You can skip the connections and fly straight from PKX to Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
PKX has a range of airlines that offer direct Beijing to Seoul plane tickets. Book your flight with any of these carriers:
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Beijing to Seoul flight, here's where you can stop when heading out from Daxing International Airport:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
With public transport, you can travel from central Beijing to PKX in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book another night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Daxing International Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to Seoul:
Flights from Daxing International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 89% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it'll take to get there depends on the time of day. Do some research beforehand.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing to Seoul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:
Grab an Incheon International Airport rental car and discover Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Incheon International Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in Seoul's centre (or just want to see the sights straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Look for any visitor information desks for help with directions after disembarking your flight from Beijing to Seoul.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Beijing to Seoul, settle in at a hotel near GMP. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination 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 set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at GMP can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Beijing to Seoul. July is the most popular month to travel to Seoul. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your Beijing to Seoul tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Beijing to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Seoul, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Seoul must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many cities in South Korea waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Seoul. Around 322 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Incheon is another essential stop in South Korea and is around 56 kilometres west of Seoul. No journey is complete without experiencing Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.
