Flying from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN): What you need to know
Shanghai's main base, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN).
The average duration of a direct Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport flight is 2 hours.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Shanghai. Seoul Incheon International Airport is located in Seoul.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route. There are 111 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with China Eastern Airlines at 6pm. Choose the first PVG to ICN departure operated by EASTAR JET at 12:30am if getting there sooner works for you.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Shanghai to ICN.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as February and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You can jump on a direct flight from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
These are some of the top carriers offering direct flights from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport taking off from PVG:
Most travellers choose to fly with China Eastern from PVG to ICN.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is China Southern.
Travelling from central Shanghai to PVG takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from PVG make it to their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Split up your flight from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and ICN include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)
Weihai Dashuibo Airport (WEH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Shanghai to SHA in about 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Shanghai to ICN flight? Relax in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
The majority of flights that depart Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport reach their destination on schedule. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 85%.
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Consider booking a hotel near ICN if you have a late flight from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport. Check in to one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport flight.
Getting from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
₹ 8,473 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport. Return flights start at ₹ 18,483. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Shanghai to ICN if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
January is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). Visit Seoul in December for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Shanghai to ICN plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:
Your Seoul visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
You've visited Seoul, now it's time to explore more of South Korea. Travel around 257 kilometres southeast to Daegu to tick off its top attractions. From Alive Aquarium Daegu to Nature Park and Seonsa Historical Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Daejeon is another essential stop in South Korea and is around 153 kilometres southeast of Seoul. No journey is complete without dropping by National Science Museum, Temi Park and Yuseong Hot Springs.