Taichung (Qingshui) to Seoul (RMQ–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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RMQ–ICN is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Jin Air, T'way Air and Korean Air lead the route. The flight covers 975 miles in approximately 2h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LJ Jin Air | 14 | 7M8 | 2h17-2h35 | – | – | – |
| TW T'way Air | 7 | 738 | 2h45 | – | – | – |
| KE Korean Air | 4 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Seoul from Taichung (Qingshui)
| Metric | RMQ→ICN | HUN→ICN | TPE→ICN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from RMQ | – | 65 mi | 68 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 16 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 2 | 207 |
| Flight time | 2h 35m | 2h 30m | 2h 15m |
Travel Essentials
RMQ: CST · ICN: KST
When it's 6:00 PM in Taichung (Qingshui), it's 7:00 PM in Seoul.
Taiwanese passport holders enter South Korea visa-free for stays up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket may be requested at immigration. K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) registration is currently waived for Taiwanese nationals through the end of 2025, but check the latest status before booking.
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).
RMQ–ICN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RMQ to ICN
Taichung International Airport / Ching Chuang Kang Air Base (RMQ) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) are connected by nonstop service from Jin Air, T'way Air and Korean Air. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
RMQ to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RMQ to ICN is about 2 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 975 miles (1,569 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Kumamoto, Naha and Shimojishima. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hualien City (HUN), Taoyuan (TPE) and Kaohsiung (Xiaogang) (KHH).