Flying from Seoul to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Seoul. Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Seoul to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) jetting off from here.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 30 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Seoul to Tokyo Narita International Airport flight.
Seoul and Tokyo (where Tokyo Narita International Airport is located) share the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you land.
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route. There are 232 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Red Sea Airlines at 6:55pm. Opt for the first ICN to NRT departure with Air Busan at 7:15am if getting there sooner works for you.
Your flight from Seoul to NRT won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
You can take a direct flight from Seoul to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) out of Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN).
Direct flights from Seoul to Tokyo Narita International Airport are operated by a range of airlines at ICN. Travel with one of these:
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with Jeju Air from ICN to NRT.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Air Busan.
ICN is around 48 kilometres from central Seoul. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Seoul to Tokyo Narita International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Seoul Incheon International Airport:
74% of flights departing from Seoul Incheon International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Split up your flight from Seoul to Tokyo Narita International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Seoul Gimpo International Airport and NRT include:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Jeju International Airport (CJU)
Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
GMP is around 16 kilometres from central Seoul. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Seoul to NRT flight? Unwind in a hotel near Seoul Gimpo International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Flights from Seoul Gimpo International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving as planned.
About Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seoul to Tokyo Narita International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NRT instead:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Seoul to Tokyo Narita International Airport flight.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Getting from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
Central Tokyo is around 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport and takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
$50 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Tokyo Narita International Airport. A return flight starts from $147. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Seoul to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). January is the peak month for travel to Tokyo. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in December.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Seoul to NRT plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Seoul to Tokyo Narita International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Tokyo
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All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Tokyo Skytree, Fushimi Inari Daimyojin and Sensho-ji are must-visits when exploring Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Tokyo, now it's time to explore other parts of Japan. Journey about 322 kilometres west to Nagoya to tick off its top sights. From Nagoya Castle to Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Toyohashi is another sought-after destination in Japan and is around 290 kilometres west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without experiencing Yoshida Castle, Okunoin and Futagawa Fushimi Inari.