Yichang (Xiaoting) to Seoul (YIH–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
YIH–ICN had nonstop service from Jeju Air, last on the schedule in June 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 980 miles in 3h 5m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7C Jeju Air | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Seoul from Yichang (Xiaoting)
| Metric | YIH→ICN | DYG→ICN | ENH→ICN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YIH | – | 118 mi | 120 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 13 | 2 |
| Flight time | 3h 5m | 2h 55m | 3h 25m |
Travel Essentials
YIH: CST · ICN: KST
When it's 6:00 PM in Yichang (Xiaoting), 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).
YIH–ICN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YIH to ICN
Yichang Sanxia Airport (YIH) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) had nonstop service from Jeju Air, last on the schedule in June 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
YIH to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YIH to ICN is about 3 hours 5 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 980 miles (1,577 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Jinan Yaoqiang, Qingdao Jiaodong and Shanghai Pudong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Zhangjiajie (Yongding) (DYG), Enshi (Enshi) (ENH) and Wuhan (Huangpi) (WUH).