Harbin to Seoul (HRB–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
No flights match your filters.
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.
HRB–ICN is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, Asiana Airlines and Jeju Air lead the route. The flight covers 564 miles in approximately 2h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 14 | 32N | 2h20-2h25 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| OZ Asiana Airlines | 7 | 321 | 2h35 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| 7C Jeju Air | 3 | 738 | 2h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Seoul from Harbin
| Metric | HRB→ICN | CGQ→ICN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from HRB | – | 116 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 24 | 23 |
| Flight time | 2h 25m | 2h |
Travel Essentials
HRB: CST · ICN: KST
When it's 6:00 PM in Harbin, it's 7:00 PM in Seoul.
Chinese passport holders generally require a visa to enter South Korea. A temporary visa-free program (September 2025 to June 2026) allows entry for up to 15 days, but only for organized tour groups of 3 or more booked through accredited agencies. Individual travelers must apply for a visa at a South Korean embassy or consulate. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
Harbin Metro Line 3 connects the city centre and Harbin Railway Station to Taiping International Airport in 40–50 minutes for CNY 6–10, running from around 06:00 to 22:30. Airport shuttle buses also operate from major city hotels and the railway station for CNY 20. The airport is about 33 km west of the city centre.DiDi and taxis from downtown cost CNY 60–100 depending on traffic. In winter, factor in additional time for road conditions; Harbin is one of China's coldest cities and ice and snow on approach roads can significantly slow travel. Driving via Airport Expressway takes 35–55 minutes.
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).
HRB–ICN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HRB to ICN
Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines, Asiana Airlines and Jeju Air. With 24 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
HRB to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HRB to ICN is about 2 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 564 miles (907 km). There are approximately 24 weekly flights outbound and 24 return, totaling 48 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Weihai Dashuibo, Yantai Penglai and Qingdao Jiaodong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Changchun (CGQ).