Nanjing to Seoul (NKG–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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NKG–ICN is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Korean Air, China Eastern Airlines and Asiana Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 585 miles in approximately 2h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KE Korean Air | 18 | 32N, 32Q | 2h-2h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 14 | 321 | 2h-2h05 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| OZ Asiana Airlines Also: HO, ZH | 7 | 32Q | 1h44 | – | Star Alliance | HO, ZH |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Seoul from Nanjing
| Metric | NKG→ICN | YTY→ICN | WUX→ICN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from NKG | – | 76 mi | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 53 | 2 | 21 |
| Flight time | 2h 5m | 2h | 2h 10m |
Travel Essentials
NKG: CST · ICN: KST
When it's 6:00 PM in Nanjing, 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.
The airport express (S9 metro line) runs from Nanjing South Railway Station to Lukou Airport in about 30 minutes (¥29). Connections from Nanjing Station require a transfer at South Station; total journey around 50 minutes.Taxis from downtown cost ¥80–120 depending on traffic and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-shares (DiDi) run slightly cheaper at ¥70–100. The airport bus network covers major city districts for ¥20–25.
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).
NKG–ICN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NKG to ICN
Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) are connected by nonstop service from Korean Air, China Eastern Airlines and Asiana Airlines. With 53 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
NKG to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NKG to ICN is about 2 hours 5 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 585 miles (942 km). There are approximately 53 weekly flights outbound and 53 return, totaling 106 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Shanghai Pudong, Yantai Penglai and Dalian Zhoushuizi. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Yangzhou (YTY), Wuxi (WUX) and Hefei (HFE).