Kota Kinabalu to Seoul (BKI–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BKI–ICN is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Jeju Air, AirAsia and Jin Air lead the route. The flight covers 2,275 miles in approximately 5h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7C Jeju Air | 7 | 738 | 5h20 | – | – | – |
| AK AirAsia | 7 | 32N | 5h40 | – | – | – |
| LJ Jin Air Also: KE | 7 | 738 | 5h20 | – | – | KE |
| OD Batik Air Malaysia | 3 | – | – | – | – | – |
| TW T'way Air | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Seoul from Kota Kinabalu
| Metric | BKI→ICN | BWN→ICN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BKI | – | 103 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 3 |
| Flight time | 5h 20m | 5h 30m |
Travel Essentials
BKI: +08 · ICN: KST
When it's 6:00 PM in Kota Kinabalu, it's 7:00 PM in Seoul.
Malaysian passport holders enter South Korea visa-free for up to 90 days. The K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) requirement for Malaysians has been waived through at least the end of 2025, so no advance application is currently needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Check for K-ETA reinstatement before booking if traveling in 2026 or later.
AREX Direct Train to Seoul Station (43 min, ₩11,000) is a reserved-seat express. The All-Stop train serves Hongik University, City Hall, and other inner-city stations (66 min, ₩4,550). T2 passengers board at a dedicated T2 stop before T1; don't exit early. City Check-in at Seoul Station allows bag drop and boarding pass printing before the train for select airlines.Limousine buses serve major hotel zones and neighborhoods (₩16,000–18,000). Taxis from ICN to central Seoul cost ₩65,000–90,000; use only official orange (general) or black (deluxe) cabs from the designated stands. KakaoTaxi (ride-hail) operates from the airport.
Humid continental climate. Winters are cold and dry (−8 to 2°C, December–February) with occasional snow and wind chill. ICN handles snow well, though heavy falls delay operations. Summer monsoon (Changma) runs late June through July with heavy continuous rain. Typhoons can affect operations August–September with short notice.
Spring brings Yellow Dust (hwangsa) from China. Fine particulate storms reduce visibility and occasionally disrupt flights in March–April. Autumn (October–November) is the best flying season: clear skies, low humidity, 8–18°C. Pack layers for spring and fall. Summer is hot and humid (25–32°C).
BKI–ICN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BKI to ICN
Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) are connected by nonstop service from Jeju Air, AirAsia, Jin Air, Batik Air Malaysia and T'way Air. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BKI to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BKI to ICN is about 5 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,275 miles (3,662 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Taiwan Taoyuan, Shanghai Pudong and Guangzhou Baiyun. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN).