Tianjin to Seoul (TSN–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TSN–ICN is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Air China, Tianjin Airlines and Korean Air lead the route. The flight covers 507 miles in approximately 1h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 30 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China | 7 | 738 | 1h45 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| GS Tianjin Airlines | 7 | E95 | 1h50 | – | – | – |
| KE Korean Air | 7 | 73J | 1h45 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| OZ Asiana Airlines | 7 | 32Q | 1h50 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Seoul from Tianjin
| Metric | TSN→ICN | PKX→ICN | PEK→ICN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TSN | – | 56 mi | 77 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 14 | 56 |
| Flight time | 1h 45m | 1h 55m | 1h 25m |
Travel Essentials
TSN: CST · ICN: KST
When it's 6:00 PM in Tianjin, 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.
Metro Line 2 connects Tianjin Railway Station to TSN in about 45 minutes (¥7), running from 06:00 to 23:00. The airport station is directly within the terminal complex.Taxis from central Tianjin cost ¥40–70 and take 30–45 minutes. DiDi is available at ¥35–60. High-speed rail connects Beijing South to Tianjin in 30 minutes (¥54.50); from there, Metro Line 2 to the airport is a further 45 minutes, making this a viable same-day option from Beijing for transit passengers.
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).
TSN–ICN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TSN to ICN
Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) are connected by nonstop service from Air China, Tianjin Airlines, Korean Air and Asiana Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TSN to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TSN to ICN ranges from 1 hours 45 minutes to 1 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 507 miles (815 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via HFE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Beijing (PKX), Beijing (PEK) and Shijiazhuang (SJW).