Sanya (Tianya) to Seoul (SYX–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SYX–ICN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. T'way Air leads the route. The flight covers 1,678 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 34 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TW T'way Air | 2 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Seoul from Sanya (Tianya)
| Metric | SYX→ICN | HAK→ICN | DAD→ICN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SYX | – | 132 mi | 175 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 4 | 101 |
| Flight time | 4h 15m | 3h 50m | 4h 5m |
Travel Essentials
SYX: CST · ICN: KST
When it's 6:00 PM in Sanya (Tianya), 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.
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).
SYX–ICN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SYX to ICN
Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) are connected by nonstop service from T'way Air. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SYX to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SYX to ICN ranges from 4 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,678 miles (2,701 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 3 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
34 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via BKK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Haikou (Meilan) (HAK) and Da Nang (DAD).