Shanghai (Pudong) to Seoul (PVG–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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PVG–ICN 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 5m. 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, 781 | 1h45-2h15 | – | SkyTeam | MF |
| FM Shanghai Airlines | 52 | 321, 332, 333, 738, 781 | 1h45-2h10 | – | – | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 31 | 321, 32N, 332, 333 | 1h45-2h15 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| OZ Asiana Airlines Also: HO | 28 | 321, 32Q, 333 | 1h50-2h | – | Star Alliance | HO |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 14 | 32Q, 77W | 2h05-2h15 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| ZE Eastar Jet | 7 | 738 | 2h | – | – | – |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 4 | 320 | 2h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Seoul from Shanghai (Pudong)
| Metric | PVG→ICN | NTG→ICN | WUX→ICN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PVG | – | 81 mi | 85 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 7 | 1 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 244 | 2 | 21 |
| Flight time | 2h 5m | 2h | 2h 10m |
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · ICN: KST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), 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 Maglev from Longyang Road Metro station covers the 30 km to Pudong in 8 minutes (¥50 one-way, ¥40 off-peak). The Maglev does not reach the city center directly; transfer to Metro Line 2 at Longyang Road. Metro Line 2 runs the full route from city center to PVG but takes 60–70 minutes and requires a terminal transfer at the airport.Taxis from People's Square cost ¥130–180 and take 45–75 minutes depending on traffic. The elevated highway is faster than surface roads. Ride-hail via DiDi is comparable in price.
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).
PVG–ICN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to ICN
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) 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.
PVG to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to ICN is about 2 hours 5 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 Jeju, Qingdao Jiaodong and Yantai Penglai. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Nantong (Tongzhou) (NTG), Wuxi (WUX) and Hangzhou (HGH).