London to Seoul flights
Direct and connecting flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from London to Seoul take?
Flight time from London (LHR) to Seoul (ICN) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from London to Seoul?
Airline availability for LHR to ICN changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from London to Seoul?
Direct (nonstop) availability on LHR to ICN varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Asiana Airlines94
- Korean Air88
- Virgin Atlantic AirwaysNo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Virgin Atlantic Airways | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Korean Air | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Asiana Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning LHR → ICN
LHR to ICN is a long-haul route of 8,861 km (5,506 mi). See the return ICN → LHR route.
Alternative airports near London: Northolt (NHT) — 10 km, Wycombe (HYC) — 29 km, Farnborough (FAB) — 31 km.
Alternative airports near Seoul: Seoul (GMP) — 32 km, Suwon (SWU) — 55 km, Seoul East (SSN) — 58 km.