What to know about flights from Tokyo to Seoul?

The distance between Tokyo and Seoul is approximately 1,162.21 km. It takes around 2 hours 38 minutes on average to fly from Tokyo to Seoul. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in July. The cheapest month to book is October.

Cheapest one-way
$90
Trinity Airways Trinity Airways TYO-SEL 2h 50m · Nonstop Thu, Oct 15
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Cheapest round-trip
$158
Trinity Airways Trinity Airways TYO-SEL 2h 50m · Nonstop Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
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When to travel
September
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July
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Route details
1,162.21 km
Flight distance
2h 38m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Tokyo to Seoul over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from $90 and round-trip from $158. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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Flights from Tokyo to Seoul operate an average of 123 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 27.4% on-time departure rate and a 96.6% on-time arrival rate.
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Expert Picks: Flights from Tokyo to Seoul

Find your perfect flight from Tokyo to Seoul, tailored just for you.

Author's Profile Picture Robin Trip.com Travel Expert
Japan’s best-kept travel secret. You get a modern 787 and free Wi-Fi at a fraction of the cost.
ZIPAIR
TYO 8:55 AM
2h 40m Nonstop
SEL 11:35 AM
Wed, Jan 6 Tokyo - Seoul ZIPAIR
$94
Author's Profile Picture Lily Travel Blogger
${{airlineName}} is a popular choice among travelers, with an extensive route network offering a convenient option for your journey.
Jin Air
TYO 11:10 AM
2h 40m Nonstop
SEL 1:50 PM
Thu, Nov 5 Tokyo - Seoul Jin Air
$120
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Utilizing Incheon as a seamless hub, it offers reliable and efficient connections, making it a top pick for trans-Pacific travel.
Asiana Airlines
TYO 8:30 AM
2h 30m Nonstop
SEL 11:00 AM
Tue, Jan 5 Tokyo - Seoul Asiana Airlines
$171
Author's Profile Picture Hannah Travel Blogger
Choose them for their massive Incheon hub, legendary bibimbap meals, and highly polished.
Korean Air
TYO 6:50 PM
2h 45m Nonstop
SEL 9:35 PM
Thu, Dec 17 Tokyo - Seoul Korean Air
$172
Author's Profile Picture Robin Trip.com Travel Expert
The intuitive, whisper-quiet Japanese service creates a rare sense of zen, keeping you relaxed and refreshed throughout your long-haul journey.
All Nippon Airways
TYO 8:00 PM
2h 30m Nonstop
SEL 10:30 PM
Mon, Nov 2 Tokyo - Seoul All Nippon Airways
$719
Author's Profile Picture Lily Travel Blogger
JL is consistently reliable, offering noticeably more legroom and excellent Japanese meals. It’s a solid choice.
Japan Airlines
TYO 7:30 PM
2h 35m Nonstop
SEL 10:05 PM
Sat, Dec 5 Tokyo - Seoul Japan Airlines
$757

Which airlines are the most popular for Tokyo to Seoul flights?

The most popular airlines flying from Tokyo to Seoul are Trinity Airways, Asiana Airlines, and Air Premia, among 18 carriers on this route. Trinity Airways offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Tokyo to Seoul according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com price insights on flights from Tokyo to Seoul

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Tokyo to Seoul?

The average price of one-way flights from Tokyo to Seoul purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Tokyo to Seoul is September, with an average price of $15; while the month with the highest flight price is usually February, with an average price of up to $75.

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$45
$15
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    Cheapest
  • $62
    Oct
  • $55
    Nov
  • $59
    Dec
  • $42
    Jan
  • $75
    Feb
  • $33
    Mar
  • $29
    Apr
  • $28
    May
  • $41
    Jun
  • $35
    Jul
  • $41
    Aug
  • $15
    Sep

What is the cheapest month for round-trip flights from Tokyo to Seoul?

Average price of round-trip flights from Tokyo to Seoul purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months

According to historical data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for flights from Tokyo to Seoul are found during May, with an average price of $98. Conversely, the highest prices are found during February, with an average price of up to $179.

$179
$139
$98
$58
    Cheapest
  • $160
    Oct
  • $149
    Nov
  • $159
    Dec
  • $162
    Jan
  • $179
    Feb
  • $161
    Mar
  • $119
    Apr
  • $98
    May
  • $120
    Jun
  • $118
    Jul
  • $120
    Aug
  • $122
    Sep

When is the cheapest day to fly from Tokyo to Seoul during Veterans Day?

Data is based on the lowest one-way price from Tokyo to Seoul during Veterans Day on Trip.com in the past 3 days.

Veterans Day is scheduled for Nov 11. The cheapest flights from Tokyo to Seoul are available on Nov 12, with fares starting at $123.

$237
$180
$123
$66
    Cheapest
  • $235
    7
    Nov
  • $237
    8
  • $153
    9
  • $136
    10
  • $205
    11
  • $123
    12
  • $181
    13

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Seoul (TYO-SEL)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Trinity Airways offers one-way fares as low as $90 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. NRT to ICN on Thu, Oct 15), while Trinity Airways offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $158 departing on Thu, Oct 15 and returning on Tue, Oct 20.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Tokyo to Seoul with the following airlines, including: Trinity Airways Asiana Airlines Jeju Air Air Premia Korean Air Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes around 2 hours 38 minutes to fly from Tokyo (TYO) to Seoul (SEL).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Tokyo to Seoul is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 119 flight per week flying from Tokyo to Seoul. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Japan Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- JL5235 (12:56) Japan Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- JL5245 (09:39) All Nippon Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- NH6967 (12:24)
  • To find best deals on flights from Tokyo to Seoul, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, Oct 15, with one-way flights priced at just $90.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Trinity Airways.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Seoul travel is around July.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Tokyo to Seoul is October, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Tokyo to Seoul on October 28, 2026 with ZIPAIR, with prices starting at $98.
  • You can arrive at any of the following airports in Seoul: Incheon International Airport (ICN), and Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Flights from Narita International Airport to Incheon International Airport (NRT-ICN) are by far the most popular option for this route.
  • The time difference between Seoul and Tokyo is 0m.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Tokyo to Seoul is $333. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Tokyo to Seoul is $383. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter Tokyo and Seoul, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Trinity Airways, Jeju Air and ZIPAIRare the most popular budget airlines flying from Tokyo to Seoul. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Flying from Tokyo to Seoul: What You Need to Know

The nonstop flight from Tokyo to Seoul takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes – with ​​no time difference​​, since both cities run on Japan Standard Time (UTC+9).

​​Departure:​​ You’ll mostly fly out of ​​Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)​​, the closest and busiest airport just 9 miles south of the city center. However, a few budget airlines use ​​Narita Airport (NRT)​​, which is much farther out (40 miles east of Tokyo). Double-check your ticket! Narita isn’t actually in Tokyo, and reaching it takes over 90 minutes by train.

​​Arrival:​​ Nearly all international flights land at ​​Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN)​​, a massive modern hub 30 miles west of Seoul. Only a handful of short-haul budget carriers (like Jeju Air) fly into ​​ ​​Gimpo Airport (GMP)​​​​, which is much closer to downtown Seoul (just 10 miles away). Know which airport you’re flying into! Landing at Incheon adds 60+ minutes to your trip to the city.

​​Airlines:​​ Full-service carriers like ​​ANA, Korean Air, and Asiana​​ include a checked bag (23kg), carry-on, and meals/drinks.
Budget picks (​​Peach and T'way Air​​) offer bare-bones fares (starting around $80 USD one-way), but you’ll pay extra for everything – seat selection, checked bags, carry-ons larger than a purse, and even water. Pack light!

​​Tip:​​ Haneda is efficient but busy – arrive ​​2 hours early​​ for international flights. Narita requires ​​2.5+ hours early arrival​​ due to longer immigration lines. For your return flight from Incheon, arrive ​​2.5 hours early​​ – security and passport control can take over 60 minutes.

Tokyo to Seoul Flight: Tokyo Airport

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​Airports in Tokyo​​

Tokyo has two main airports for international flights:
​​Haneda (HND)​​ – Closest to the city center, with extensive domestic and growing international routes.
​​Narita (NRT)​​ – Tokyo’s main international gateway, though farther out (primarily handles overseas flights).

​​Haneda Airport (HND)​​

​​Where:​​ Just 9 miles south of central Tokyo (15–20 mins by train from Shinagawa).
​​Terminals:​​ 3 terminals – ​​Terminal 3 (Solely for international flights)​​, Terminals 1-2 for domestic. Connected by free shuttle bus/Skytrain.
​​For Seoul/overseas flights:​​ Almost exclusively ​​Terminal 3​​ (used by ANA, JAL, Korean Air, etc.).

​​Getting to Central Tokyo:​​
  • ​​Keikyu Line:​​ 13 mins to Shinagawa Station ($2).
  • ​​Tokyo Monorail:​​ 15 mins to Hamamatsuchō ($3.50).
  • ​​Taxi/Rideshare:​​ ¥6,000–8,000 JPY ($40–55) to Shinjuku (30–50 mins, traffic-dependent).
  • ​​Limousine Bus:​​ Direct to major hotels ($9; 45 mins to Ginza).

​​Narita Airport (NRT)​​

​​Where:​​ 40 miles east of Tokyo (60–90+ mins from the city).
​​Terminals:​​ ​​Terminals 1, 2, and 3​​ – connected by free shuttles. T1/T2 host most international carriers; T3 is budget-airline focused.
​​For Seoul/overseas flights:​​ Typically ​​Terminal 1 (ANA, Asiana)​​ or ​​Terminal 2 (Delta, United)​​.

​​Getting to Central Tokyo:​​
  • ​​Narita Express (N’EX):​​ Direct to Shinjuku/Shibuya in 60–80 mins ($21).
  • ​​Keisei Skyliner:​​ 41 mins to Ueno Station ($17).
  • ​​Taxi/Rideshare:​​ $140–210 to central Tokyo (90+ mins).
  • ​​Highway Bus:​​ Cheapest option ($9; 90–120 mins to Tokyo Station).
Tokyo to Seoul Flight: Seoul Airport

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Airports in Seoul

Seoul has two main airports for international flights:
​​Incheon (ICN)​​ – Major global hub (handles 95% of international flights).
​​Gimpo (GMP)​​ – Closer to the city, but mostly domestic/short-haul flights.

Incheon International Airport (ICN)

​​Where:​​ 30 miles west of downtown Seoul. Korea’s busiest international gateway.
​​Terminals:​​

  • ​​Terminal 1​​: Used by Asiana, US carriers (United/Delta), and most foreign airlines.
  • ​​Terminal 2​​: Home to Korean Air, Air France, KLM, and SkyTeam partners.
    (Free shuttle train connects terminals in 7 mins).
    ​​For Tokyo flights:​​ Typically Terminal 1 (ANA, Japan Airlines) or Terminal 2 (Korean Air).
​​Getting to Seoul:​​
  • ​​AREX Express Train​​: 43 mins to Seoul Station ($7). Runs 5:20 AM–midnight.
  • ​​All-Stop Commuter Train​​: 60+ mins to Seoul Station ($3.50).
  • ​​Airport Limousine Bus​​: 70 mins to Myeongdong/Gangnam ($12).
  • ​​Taxi​​: Flat rate $50–65 to central Seoul.

Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

​​Where:​​ Just 10 miles west of downtown Seoul. Former main airport, now secondary.
​​Terminals:​​

  • ​​Domestic Terminal​​: Serves Jeju/Busan routes.
  • ​​International Terminal​​: Handles short-haul flights to China/Japan.
    (5-min walk between terminals).
    ​​For Tokyo flights:​​ Only a few LCCs like T’way Air or Jeju Air (fly to Haneda).
​​Getting to Seoul:​​
  • ​​Subway (Line 5/9)​​: 25 mins to Hongdae ($1).
  • ​​Airport Bus​​: 40 mins to City Hall ($5).
  • ​​Taxi​​: $14–18 to Gangnam – cheapest major-city airport transfer in Asia.

Best Time to Fly to Seoul

​​April–May or September–October​​ are ideal: enjoy cherry blossoms or fall foliage with mild temperatures (15-22°C / 60-72°F). Avoid ​​June–July​​ – monsoon season brings heavy rain and flight delays. Winter (December–February) is cold (-5 to 5°C / 23-41°F) but offers snowy landscapes and low prices.

​​Cheapest Time to Fly:​​ Mid-January or late August. Book 8-10 weeks out. Tuesday/Wednesday flights are typically 20% cheaper than weekends.

Where to Stay in Seoul

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  • ​​Myeongdong​​: Best for shopping/eating. Steps from street food markets and major subway lines.
  • ​​Hongdae​​: Youthful area near Hongik University. Trendy cafés and nightlife (save 30% vs. central hotels).
  • ​​Gangnam​​: Upscale district with sleek hotels (home of K-pop and luxury brands).
  • ​​Insadong​​: Traditional vibe near palaces – choose hanok guesthouses for cultural immersion

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