Compare flight prices from Korean Air, ANA, JAL and more. Direct flights from $120 round trip. The Seoul to Tokyo flight takes 2h 30m direct.
| Route | Seoul (ICN) → Tokyo (NRT) |
|---|---|
| Distance | 1,200 km (745 miles) |
| Flight time | 2h 30m |
| Direct flights | Yes |
| Prices from | $120 round trip |
| Best months to fly | Year-round |
The Seoul to Tokyo route is one of the most popular air corridors connecting ICN and NRT. With 7 airlines competing on this route, travelers can find competitive fares starting from $120 for a round trip. Direct flights take approximately 2h 30m, covering a distance of 1,200 km.
Average round-trip prices from Seoul to Tokyo by month. Highlighted months typically offer the best deals.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $146 | $147 | $163 | $171 | $174 | $157 | $133 | $152 | $140 | $151 | $146 | $140 |
Prices are estimates based on historical data and may vary. Use the search widget above for current fares.
The following airlines operate direct flights on this route:
Budget carriers (Peach, Jeju Air, t'way) offer fares from $60 one-way. Gimpo to Haneda is the most convenient city-to-city option. Full-service carriers include free checked bags and meals. This is one of Asia's busiest routes with 50+ daily flights.
For the best prices, we recommend comparing across multiple booking platforms:
Near Seoul: GMP (Gimpo). Lower fares are sometimes available from these airports, especially on budget and regional carriers.
Near Tokyo: HND (Haneda). Low-cost airlines tend to fly from secondary airports — calculate the transfer cost to make sure the overall saving is genuine.
Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Tokyo:
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With 7 airlines competing on Seoul–Tokyo, price wars work in your favor — particularly when low-cost carriers force full-service airlines to match base fares on the same corridor.
Pricing on this route reacts to both leisure and business demand. When conferences and events drive up fares in one direction, flying the reverse — or shifting dates by a few days — can still find reasonable prices.
On a short-haul route like this, 3–6 weeks out is the sweet spot for booking. Fares tend to be stable until about two weeks before departure, then spike sharply. Begin with Google Flights for its calendar view, then run the same search on Skyscanner and the Kiwi.com widget above — different platforms pull different deals.
For Seoul–Tokyo, also check train or bus alternatives. On routes under 4 hours flying time, surface transport can be competitive on both price and total door-to-door time once you factor in airport procedures.
This is a short hop where the airport experience takes almost as long as the flight itself. Priority boarding and carry-on only can shave significant time off your total journey compared to checking bags.
Ground transport from the airport to the city center is worth researching in advance. Pre-booked transfers are often cheaper and more reliable than taxi queues, especially at unfamiliar airports.
The Seoul–Tokyo route is served by Korean Air, ANA, JAL and Asiana, which means genuine competition keeps fares in check. Prices fluctuate significantly by season and day of the week — midweek departures typically cost 15–25% less than Friday or Sunday flights on this corridor.
booking 6–10 weeks ahead tends to hit the pricing sweet spot between early-bird surcharges and last-minute premiums. If your dates are flexible, checking fares across a 3-day window in either direction can reveal substantial savings.
Start with the Kiwi.com widget at the top to see today's best Seoul–Tokyo prices. If you are flexible on dates, try shifting your departure by a day or two — midweek flights on this route are consistently cheaper.
For the complete picture, also check the route on Google Flights and set a price alert there. Google's tracking is reliable and will email you when fares move in either direction.
Flights from Seoul to Tokyo start from $120 round trip. Prices vary by season — the cheapest months are typically Year-round. Use the search widget above to compare current prices.
A direct flight from Seoul (ICN) to Tokyo (NRT) takes approximately 2h 30m. The distance is 1,200 km (745 miles).
Airlines operating flights from Seoul to Tokyo include Korean Air, ANA, JAL, Asiana, Peach Aviation, Jeju Air, t'way Air.
The cheapest months to fly from Seoul to Tokyo are Year-round. Booking 6-8 weeks in advance and being flexible with travel dates will help you find the lowest fares.
Yes, alternative airports near Tokyo include HND (Haneda). Nearby smaller airports sometimes offer cheaper flights — just check the ground transport situation before booking.
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