Copenhagen to Seoul (CPH–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
SK987
SK S
359
11:18 PM
CET T3
6:56 PM+1
KST
11h 38m
M T W T F S S
Prices
SK988
SK S
359
11:45 PM
KST T2
5:25 AM+1
CET
13h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Copenhagen to Seoul
1 carrier, 6 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 6 Flights/wk 4,924 mi 11h 38m nonstop +8h ahead 39 1-stop hubs

CPH–ICN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. SAS leads the route. The flight covers 4,924 miles in approximately 11h 38m. Beyond nonstop, 39 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop CPH–ICN service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
SK SAS 6 359 11h38 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
359 Airbus A350-900 – SK
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: SK (6 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, CPH to ICN direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
0
flights
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
6
Outbound / wk
6
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CPH to ICN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
39
Hubs
~16h
Fastest
~43h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
2,678
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+8h
Seoul is 8 hours ahead of Copenhagen.
CPH: CET · ICN: KST

When it's 6:00 PM in Copenhagen, it's 2:00 AM (next day) in Seoul.
Distance & Flight Time
4,924 mi / 7,924 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 11h 38m.
Visa & Entry

Danish passport holders enter South Korea visa-free for up to 90 days. The K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) requirement is temporarily waived for Danish nationals through the end of 2026. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

Getting to CPH

The Metro M2 line connects central Copenhagen (Kongens Nytorv, Christianshavn, Vanløse) to the airport in 15–16 minutes from Kongens Nytorv for DKK 36 (Rejsekort card). Trains run 24 hours, every 4 minutes at peak and every 6 minutes at night; one of the most frequent airport rail links in Europe. DSB regional trains also call at the airport station.The Øresund train connects directly to Malmö Central (Sweden) in 35 minutes from the airport; a cross-border connection unique among European airports. Taxis from the city centre cost DKK 250–350 (€33–47). Uber is available. Driving from Copenhagen takes 10–15 minutes via E20 motorway.

Getting from ICN

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.

Seoul Climate

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).

CPH–ICN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Copenhagen to Seoul route.
Route details
Distance4,924 mi / 7,924 km
Flight time11h 38m
Time difference+8 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights6 out / 6 return
1-stop connections39 hubs
Origin: CPH
IATA / ICAOCPH / EKCH
TimezoneEurope/Copenhagen
Passengers/yr29.8M
Elevation17 ft / 5 m
Destination: ICN
IATA / ICAOICN / RKSI
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Passengers/yr71.2M
Elevation23 ft / 7 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CPH to ICN flights.
Nonstop flights from Copenhagen Kastrup Airport to Incheon International Airport take approximately 11h 38m. The route covers 4,924 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: SAS.
There are approximately 6 nonstop flights per week from CPH to ICN. The return direction has about 6 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CAI, PEK, HKT, CGO, DXB, HEL, PRG, BUD, OSL, AMS, MUC, MXP, LHR, CDG, BCN, FRA, LIS, MAD, IST, AUH, FCO, DEL, DOH, ORD, WAW, BKK, SGN, EWR, PVG, HND, VIE, SIN, SFO, LAX, YYZ, IAD, BOS, ATL and JFK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Seoul is 8 hours ahead of Copenhagen.
Yes, return flights from ICN to CPH are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CPH to ICN

Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) are connected by nonstop service from SAS. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

CPH to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CPH to ICN ranges from 11 hours 38 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,924 miles (7,924 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

39 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 16 hours via CAI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.