Wuhan (Huangpi) to Seoul (WUH–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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CZ6079
CZ China Southern
738
9:50 AM
CST T3
1:40 PM
KST
2h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
KE166
KE Korean
333
12:50 PM
CST TT3
4:30 PM
KST
2h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
KE165
KE Korean
333
9:15 AM
KST T2
11:30 AM
CST
3h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CZ6080
CZ China Southern
738
2:40 PM
KST TT1
5:10 PM
CST
3h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Wuhan (Huangpi) to Seoul
2 carriers, 11 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 11 Flights/wk 838 mi 2h 40m nonstop +1h ahead 39 1-stop hubs

WUH–ICN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Korean Air and China Southern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 838 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 39 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop WUH–ICN service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
KE Korean Air 6 333 2h40 SkyTeam
CZ China Southern Airlines 5 738 2h50 SkyTeam
Aircraft on this route
333 Airbus A330-300 – KE
738 Boeing 737-800 – CZ
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: CZ + KE (11 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, WUH to ICN direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
2
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
2
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
11
Outbound / wk
11
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for WUH to ICN.
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One-Stop Connections
39
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~43h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
2,763
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Seoul from Wuhan (Huangpi)

Nearby airports with service to Incheon International Airport.
Metric WUH→ICN HFE→ICN
Distance from WUH 183 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 1
Weekly flights 11 6
Flight time 2h 40m 2h 35m
Airports within 200 miles of WUH with service to Incheon International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Seoul is 1 hour ahead of Wuhan (Huangpi).
WUH: CST · ICN: KST

When it's 6:00 PM in Wuhan (Huangpi), it's 7:00 PM in Seoul.
Distance & Flight Time
838 mi / 1,348 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 40m to 2h 50m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Getting to WUH

Wuhan Metro Line 2 extends to the airport terminal, connecting Wuhan Railway Station (high-speed rail) and the city centre to the airport in 50–60 minutes for CNY 8–12. The metro operates from around 06:00 to 23:00. Airport shuttle buses also depart from the main railway stations for CNY 20.DiDi and taxis from central Wuhan cost CNY 80–140 depending on origin (the city is large and spread across both sides of the Yangtze). Driving via G4 Beijing–Hong Kong–Macao Expressway with airport spur takes 30–50 minutes in normal traffic.

Getting from ICN

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.

Seoul Climate

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).

WUH–ICN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Wuhan (Huangpi) to Seoul route.
Route details
Distance838 mi / 1,348 km
Flight time2h 40m to 2h 50m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights11 out / 11 return
1-stop connections39 hubs
Origin: WUH
IATA / ICAOWUH / ZHHH
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr28.0M
Elevation113 ft / 34 m
Destination: ICN
IATA / ICAOICN / RKSI
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Passengers/yr71.2M
Elevation23 ft / 7 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about WUH to ICN flights.
Nonstop flights from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Incheon International Airport take approximately 2h 40m to 2h 50m. The route covers 838 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: China Southern Airlines and Korean Air.
There are approximately 11 nonstop flights per week from WUH to ICN. The return direction has about 11 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SYX, DYG, XIY, PKX, KMG, PVG, CAN, FOC, PEK, SZX, TAO, DMK, CKG, SGN, HRB, WNZ, HKG, YNT, DLC, SHE, HGH, TNA, TSN, XMN, HAK, MFM, TPE, CGQ, TFU, DXB, SIN, KHH, HAN, BKK, LHR, ADD, KUL, SFO and SYD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Seoul is 1 hour ahead of Wuhan (Huangpi).
Yes, return flights from ICN to WUH are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include HFE. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from WUH to ICN

Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines and Korean Air. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

WUH to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from WUH to ICN ranges from 2 hours 40 minutes to 2 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 838 miles (1,348 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 22 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

39 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via SYX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hefei (HFE).