Flying from Beijing to Seoul: what you need to know
Beijing is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Beijing to Seoul leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Hop off your plane in Seoul at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
2 hours 1 minute is the average time for a direct flight from Beijing to Seoul. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is 1 hour ahead of Beijing.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 86 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Beijing to Seoul is with Korean Air at 21:55. Go for the first PEK to ICN departure operated by Korean Air at 02:30 if you're more of an early bird.
To ensure you catch your flight from Beijing to Seoul, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
To travel to South Korea for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from China. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and length of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before booking your cheap flight from Beijing to Seoul.
Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
You can book a direct flight from Beijing to Seoul leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Begin your trip at PEK, and then land at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
At PEK, you can choose from various carriers operating direct flights from Beijing to Seoul, including:
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from Beijing to Seoul with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Jeju International Airport (CJU)
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
To reach PEK from central Beijing, it takes around 40 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a handy hotel near Beijing Capital International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Beijing to Seoul, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Direct flights from Beijing to Seoul are also available at Daxing International Airport (PKX), so consider departing from this hub. PKX offers nonstop connections to Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
China Southern Airlines offers direct flights from Beijing to Seoul departing from PKX. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in a single hop.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Beijing to Seoul, check out these options when leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Jeju International Airport (CJU)
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
PKX is around 56 kilometres from central Beijing. It'll take you 1 hour and 3 minutes or so to get to the airport when driving from the city centre.
You're going on vacation, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to Seoul:
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul is around 48 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour and 44 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Beijing to Seoul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in Seoul's centre (or just want to start sightseeing straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Look for any visitor information desks to point you in the right direction after hopping off your flight from Beijing to Seoul.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable hotels where you can rest ahead of your adventure near GMP. Kick back after your flight from Beijing to Seoul at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Seoul
C$150 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Seoul. Return flights start at C$290. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap flights from Beijing to Seoul by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Beijing to Seoul. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Beijing to Seoul.
Best time to go to Seoul
July is the busiest month for flights from Beijing to Seoul. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Seoul in April.
Book your flight from Beijing to Seoul for August if you want to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Seoul to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, book a cheap ticket 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, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are top sights which should feature on every Seoul itinerary.
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