Seoul to Beijing (ICN–PKX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ICN–PKX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air China and China Southern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 560 miles in approximately 2h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 32 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China | 7 | 738 | 2h15 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 7 | 321 | 2h15 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Beijing from Seoul
| Metric | ICN→PKX | GMP→PKX |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from ICN | – | 20 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 7 |
| Flight time | 2h 15m | 2h 25m |
Travel Essentials
ICN: KST · PKX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Seoul, it's 5:00 PM in Beijing.
South Korean passport holders can enter China visa-free for up to 15 days under China's expanded transit visa exemption policy (renewed through 2025, confirm validity before booking). This applies to tourism, business, and transit purposes at major ports of entry. For stays beyond 15 days, apply for a visa at the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in South Korea. A single-entry L (tourist) visa costs KRW 60,000 (about $45) and takes 4 working days. Express processing (2 days) costs KRW 90,000.
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with two blank pages. For the visa-free entry, you need a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation. For a visa application, submit the completed form from cova.mfa.gov.cn, a passport photo (48mm x 33mm, white background), flight itinerary, hotel bookings, and bank statements. Group tourist visas are available through authorized Korean travel agencies for organized tours.
Direct flights from Seoul Incheon to Beijing (2 hours), Shanghai (2 hours 15 minutes), and dozens of other Chinese cities run daily on Korean Air, Asiana, Air China, China Eastern, and budget carriers like T'way and Jin Air. China uses the Chinese yuan (CNY), trading at roughly 190 KRW per CNY 1. Cash is nearly obsolete in Chinese cities. Alipay now allows foreign passport holders to link Visa/Mastercard for mobile payments. No mandatory vaccinations. A VPN is needed for Google, KakaoTalk, and most Korean apps inside China.
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–PKX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ICN to PKX
Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) are connected by nonstop service from Air China and China Southern Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
ICN to PKX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ICN to PKX ranges from 2 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 560 miles (902 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
32 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).