Beijing to Seoul flights
Direct and connecting flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Beijing to Seoul take?
Flight time from Beijing (PEK) 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 Beijing to Seoul?
Airline availability for PEK 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 Beijing to Seoul?
Direct (nonstop) availability on PEK 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 recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Air China5-yr attributed events: 1Last 90 days: none recorded
- Asiana Airlines5-yr attributed events: 1Last 90 days: none recorded
- Korean Air5-yr attributed events: 3Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Air China | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Asiana Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Korean Air | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning PEK → ICN
PEK to ICN is a short-haul route of 902 km (560 mi). See the return ICN → PEK route.
Alternative airports near Beijing: Beijing (NAY) — 37 km, Beijing (PKX) — 65 km.
Alternative airports near Seoul: Seoul (GMP) — 32 km, Suwon (SWU) — 55 km, Seoul East (SSN) — 58 km.