Seoul to Kaohsiung (Xiaogang) (ICN–KHH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ICN–KHH is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. EVA Air, China Airlines and T'way Air lead the route. The flight covers 1,091 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 30 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BR EVA Air Also: OZ | 7 | 321 | 2h55 | – | Star Alliance | OZ |
| CI China Airlines Also: KE | 7 | 32Q | 3h | – | SkyTeam | KE |
| TW T'way Air | 7 | 738 | 3h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kaohsiung (Xiaogang) from Seoul
| Metric | ICN→KHH | GMP→KHH |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from ICN | – | 20 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 35 | 13 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 2h 55m |
Travel Essentials
ICN: KST · KHH: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Seoul, it's 5:00 PM in Kaohsiung (Xiaogang).
South Korean passport holders enter Taiwan visa-free for up to 90 days. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. You need a return or onward ticket, though this is not always checked. The 90-day stay cannot be extended. For longer stays, apply for a visitor visa at the Taipei Representative Office in Seoul before travel.
At Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), immigration processing is quick. South Korean passport holders can register for the e-Gate automated system on their first visit for faster entry on subsequent trips. Registration is free and takes a few minutes at the airport. Taiwan issues an entry stamp, not a separate card.
Direct flights from Seoul Incheon to Taipei run about 2 hours 30 minutes on Korean Air, Asiana, China Airlines, EVA Air, T'way Air, and several low-cost carriers including Jeju Air and Tiger Air. Taiwan uses the New Taiwan dollar (TWD), trading at roughly 32 TWD per $1. EasyCard or iPASS work on Taipei MRT, buses, YouBike, and convenience stores (purchase at any MRT station for TWD 100 deposit). No mandatory vaccinations. Taiwan's high-speed rail (THSR) connects Taipei to Kaohsiung in 1 hour 34 minutes, with a tourist pass available for 3 consecutive days at TWD 2,200.
AREX (Airport Railroad Express) runs two services from Seoul Station: the Direct Train (43 min, ₩11,000, reserved seats) and the All-Stop train (66 min, ₩4,550, unreserved). Both trains serve T1 first, then T2; confirm which terminal your airline uses before boarding.Limousine buses depart from major Seoul neighborhoods and hotels (₩16,000–18,000, 60–90 min depending on traffic). KAL and LIMOUSINE services are reliable. Taxis from central Seoul cost ₩65,000–80,000 and take 60–90 minutes. Deluxe (black) taxis are pricier but English-speaking drivers are more common.
ICN–KHH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ICN to KHH
Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) are connected by nonstop service from EVA Air, China Airlines and T'way Air. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ICN to KHH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ICN to KHH ranges from 2 hours 55 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,091 miles (1,756 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 39 return, totaling 74 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via CJU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Seoul (GMP).