Flying from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Shanghai. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) jetting off from here.
Around 2 hours is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport flight.
Seoul is one hour ahead of Shanghai. Seoul Incheon International Airport is located in Seoul, which operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
With 108 direct flights a week between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route. EASTAR JET operates the earliest flight at 12:30am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from PVG to ICN is with China Eastern Airlines at 6pm.
Your flight from Shanghai to ICN won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) will have you traveling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) leave from this terminal.
A variety of airlines at PVG offer direct flights from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport. Some of the most well-known are:
China Eastern is the airline most travelers choose for flights from PVG to ICN.
China Southern is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 48 kilometers from the center of Shanghai, PVG can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
78% of flights that take off from Shanghai Pudong International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Break up your flight from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and ICN are:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)
Weihai Dashuibo Airport (WEH)
You can reach SHA from the center of Shanghai in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 14 kilometers or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to ICN flight:
The majority of flights that leave Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport make it to their destination on schedule. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 86%.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Have a late flight from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near ICN and shut your eyes sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Seoul Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and explore beyond Seoul's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Central Seoul is around 48 kilometers from Seoul Incheon International Airport and takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.
Traveling by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
AED 354 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport. Return flights start at AED 685. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Shanghai to ICN. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). February is when most people travel to Seoul. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in September.
Book a Shanghai to ICN plane 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).
January has temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seoul right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Shanghai to Seoul Incheon International Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Seoul.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of South Korea just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometers southeast of Seoul, a trip to Daegu will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Modern Art Statue, Jung-gu District and Alive Aquarium Daegu.
If you're eager to discover another side of South Korea, head for Daejeon, roughly 153 kilometers southeast of Seoul. National Science Museum, Temi Park and Yuseong Hot Springs are the start of reasons to visit.
