Jinan (Licheng) to Seoul (TNA–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TNA–ICN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Shandong Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 510 miles in approximately 1h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 33 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC Shandong Airlines | 21 | 738 | 1h35-1h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Seoul from Jinan (Licheng)
| Metric | TNA→ICN | TSN→ICN | TAO→ICN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TNA | – | 157 mi | 163 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 4 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 28 | 119 |
| Flight time | 1h 35m | 1h 45m | 1h 14m |
Travel Essentials
TNA: CST · ICN: KST
When it's 6:00 PM in Jinan (Licheng), 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).
TNA–ICN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TNA to ICN
Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) are connected by nonstop service from Shandong Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
TNA to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TNA to ICN ranges from 1 hours 35 minutes to 1 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 510 miles (821 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
33 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via JMU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tianjin (TSN), Qingdao (Jiaozhou) (TAO) and Shijiazhuang (SJW).