Travelling from Seoul to Tokyo: what you need to know
Seoul is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Seoul to Tokyo flying out of Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
When working out where to arrive in Tokyo, Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the chief entry points.
The average time for a direct Seoul to Tokyo flight is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Seoul.
The busiest route for flights from Seoul to Tokyo is from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Narita International Airport (NRT). Take your pick of 211 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from ICN to NRT is the 06:45 Jin Air option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 18:45 with Korean Air.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your Seoul to Tokyo flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Tokyo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Tokyo is Rs11,614. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs24,202. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap Seoul to Tokyo flights, book your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the best month for landing great bargains on plane tickets from Seoul to Tokyo. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Begin your trip at Incheon International Airport (ICN), which offers a range of direct flights from Seoul to Tokyo. From ICN, you can fly nonstop to Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
These are some of the leading carriers offering direct Seoul to Tokyo plane tickets with departures from ICN:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing Seoul to Tokyo flights leaving from Incheon International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Komatsu Airport (KMQ)
Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
From central Seoul, ICN is around 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Searching for a handy hotel near Incheon International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seoul to Tokyo, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
54.5% of flights that leave from Incheon International Airport land at their destination on time.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Prefer to fly from Gimpo International Airport (GMP)? This hub offers nonstop flights from Seoul to Tokyo, seamlessly connecting you to Haneda Airport (HND).
You can take your pick of airlines that offer direct Seoul to Tokyo plane tickets from GMP. Set off with any of these carriers and head straight to your destination:
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Seoul to Tokyo flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Gimpo International Airport and Tokyo:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
GMP is roughly 16 kilometres from central Seoul. Plan ahead to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Gimpo International Airport the day before your flight from Seoul to Tokyo:
75.94% of flights taking off from Gimpo International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seoul to Tokyo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tokyo and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks ahead of your Seoul to Tokyo flight.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Seoul to Tokyo, it takes approximately 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near NRT. Unwind after your Seoul to Tokyo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab queues. Pick up a Narita International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
April is the most popular month for flights from Seoul to Tokyo. To avoid the crowds, go to Tokyo in February.
Book a Seoul to Tokyo ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Seoul to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Seoul to Tokyo, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are popular attractions which should feature on any good Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Tokyo, now it's time to explore other corners of Japan. Journey around 31 kilometres south-west to Yokohama to tick off its must-visit sights. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Osaka is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without seeing Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.