Seoul to Shanghai (Pudong) (ICN–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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ICN–PVG is served by 7 airlines with nonstop service. Korean Air, Shanghai Airlines and China Eastern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 511 miles in approximately 2h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KE Korean Air Also: MF | 59 | 321, 32N, 332, 333, 738, 789 | 2h05-2h30 | – | SkyTeam | MF |
| FM Shanghai Airlines | 52 | 32N, 332, 333, 738, 781, 7M8 | 2h05-2h30 | – | – | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 31 | 321, 32N, 332, 333 | 1h52-2h15 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| OZ Asiana Airlines Also: HO | 28 | 32Q, 333 | 1h54-2h05 | – | Star Alliance | HO |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 14 | 32Q, 77W | 2h08-2h15 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| ZE Eastar Jet | 7 | 738 | 2h | – | – | – |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 4 | 320 | 2h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shanghai (Pudong) from Seoul
| Metric | ICN→PVG | CJJ→PVG | TAE→PVG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ICN | – | 78 mi | 164 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 244 | 7 | 14 |
| Flight time | 2h 15m | 2h 5m | 1h 40m |
Travel Essentials
ICN: KST · PVG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Seoul, it's 5:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong).
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.
Maglev to Longyang Road (8 min, ¥50) is a fast exit; transfer to Metro Line 2 onward. Metro Line 2 runs directly from PVG T1/T2 to People's Square and Hongqiao Airport (1.5–2 hrs, ¥7). Taxis have a meter; expect ¥130–200 to Puxi (west side) depending on destination and traffic tunnels used.Airport buses serve multiple city zones (¥22–36, 60–90 min). DiDi ride-hail is available and typically cheaper than street taxis for longer distances.
Humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Summers (June–August) are hot and oppressively humid (28–37°C) with typhoon risk. Storms can cause flight cancellations with little warning. Winters (December–February) are cold and damp (1–8°C) with occasional frost. Dense fog disrupts departures regularly in January–February.
Spring is rainy and mild. Autumn (October–November) is the most settled period. Clear skies and 12–22°C make it the best window for travel. Pack layers for shoulder seasons. An umbrella is useful year-round.
ICN–PVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ICN to PVG
Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from Korean Air, Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Asiana Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Eastar Jet and Spring Airlines. With 244 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ICN to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ICN to PVG is about 2 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 511 miles (822 km). There are approximately 244 weekly flights outbound and 244 return, totaling 488 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Weihai Dashuibo, Gimhae and Qingdao Jiaodong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cheongju (CJJ) and Daegu (TAE).