Travelling from Tokyo to Seoul: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Tokyo. Explore your options leaving from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) when planning your flight from Tokyo to Seoul.
When choosing where to land in Seoul, Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the chief entry points.
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Tokyo to Seoul flight.
Tokyo and Seoul follow the same timezone, UTC+9.
The busiest route for flights from Tokyo to Seoul is from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to Gimpo International Airport (GMP). There are 84 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HND to GMP is the 08:20 JAL option. If you prefer to travel later, the latest available service is at 20:05 with ANA.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Tokyo to Seoul flight.
Flying during a popular month such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Seoul
To pick up cheap Tokyo to Seoul flights, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Begin your trip at Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), which offers a range of direct flights from Tokyo to Seoul. From HND, you can fly seamlessly to Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Direct Tokyo to Seoul plane tickets are available from numerous airlines at HND. Book your journey with one of these:
We make it a breeze to book a Tokyo to Seoul flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Tokyo Haneda Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
The journey from central Tokyo to HND takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Tokyo to Seoul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Tokyo Haneda Airport:
When it comes to Tokyo Haneda Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights complete their journey on time.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
You can catch a direct flight from Tokyo to Seoul out of Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT). Start your travels at NRT and touch down at Incheon International Airport (ICN).
There are multiple airlines that offer direct Tokyo to Seoul plane tickets. Compare your options below to find the best fit for your flight from NRT:
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Tokyo to Seoul flight, check out these options when leaving from Tokyo Narita Airport:
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Jeju Airport (CJU)
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
NRT is around 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Tokyo to Seoul? Relax in a hotel near Tokyo Narita Airport before your holiday officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
73% of flights leaving Tokyo Narita Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is approximately 48 kilometres from central Seoul. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to Seoul. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and chase adventure across Seoul and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Incheon International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Once your flight from Tokyo to Seoul has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Seoul is approximately 18 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
You can expect the trip to take about 35 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to lay your head close to GMP. Tuck yourself in after your Tokyo to Seoul flight at any of these well-located options:
GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car make picking up a Gimpo International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at GMP can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Seoul
August is the busiest month for flights from Tokyo to Seoul. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Seoul in March.
Lock in a Tokyo to Seoul ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Seoul to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Tokyo to Seoul in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Seoul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Seoul right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Seoul:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are must-visits when exploring Seoul.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be discovered once you've seen Seoul. Around 338 kilometres to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Oryukdo Skywalk.
Incheon is another standout destination in South Korea and is around 27 kilometres southwest of Seoul. No journey is complete without visiting Songdo Central Park, Songdo Hanok Village and Wolmi Theme Park.