Direct (nonstop) flights from Tokyo to Seoul

13 airlines fly nonstop from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). It's 783 miles (1,260 km), about 2h 40m in the air. Operated by Jeju Air, Air Busan, Ethiopian Airlines and others.

NRT
Narita International Airport
🇯🇵 Tokyo, Japan
ICN
Incheon International Airport
🇰🇷 Seoul, Republic of Korea
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
783 mi
1,260 km
CO₂/pax
145 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
13
Jeju Air +12
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Jeju Air Jeju Air Air Busan Air Busan Ethiopian Airlines Ethiopian Airlines Korean Air Korean Air Jin Air Jin Air Air Japan Air Japan +7 more

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Jeju Air 7C Jeju Air
Route
NRT → ICN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
783 mi
Air Busan BX Air Busan
Route
NRT → ICN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
783 mi
Ethiopian Airlines ET Ethiopian Airlines
Route
NRT → ICN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
783 mi
Korean Air KE Korean Air
Route
NRT → ICN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
783 mi
Jin Air LJ Jin Air
Route
NRT → ICN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
783 mi
Air Japan NQ Air Japan
Route
NRT → ICN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
783 mi
Asiana Airlines OZ Asiana Airlines
Route
NRT → ICN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
783 mi
Air Seoul RS Air Seoul
Route
NRT → ICN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
783 mi
T´Way Air TW T´Way Air
Route
NRT → ICN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
783 mi
Thai Smile WE Thai Smile
Route
NRT → ICN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
783 mi
Air Premia YP Air Premia
Route
NRT → ICN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
783 mi
Eastar Jet ZE Eastar Jet
Route
NRT → ICN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
783 mi
Zipair Tokyo ZG Zipair Tokyo
Route
NRT → ICN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
783 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Tokyo to Seoul with one stop · direct emits 145 kg CO₂ per passenger

NRT NGO (Nagoya) ICN
Leg 1: 1h 10m (212 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (606 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 176 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NRT → NGO
1h 10m · 212 mi
View NRT to NGO flights →
Leg 2
NGO → ICN
2h 5m · 606 mi
View NGO to ICN flights →
NRT HIJ (Hiroshima) ICN
Leg 1: 1h 40m (432 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (418 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 182 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NRT → HIJ
1h 40m · 432 mi
View NRT to HIJ flights →
Leg 2
HIJ → ICN
1h 40m · 418 mi
View HIJ to ICN flights →
NRT TAK (Takamatsu) ICN
Leg 1: 1h 40m (377 mi) Leg 2: 1h 43m (480 mi) Total: ~3h 23m 🍃 184 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NRT → TAK
1h 40m · 377 mi
View NRT to TAK flights →
Leg 2
TAK → ICN
1h 43m · 480 mi
View TAK to ICN flights →
NRT PUS (Busan) ICN
Leg 1: 2h 20m (646 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (210 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 183 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NRT → PUS
2h 20m · 646 mi
View NRT to PUS flights →
Leg 2
PUS → ICN
1h 10m · 210 mi
View PUS to ICN flights →
NRT MYJ (Matsuyama) ICN
Leg 1: 1h 50m (457 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (432 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 190 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NRT → MYJ
1h 50m · 457 mi
View NRT to MYJ flights →
Leg 2
MYJ → ICN
1h 40m · 432 mi
View MYJ to ICN flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Tokyo to Seoul?

A nonstop flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Seoul (ICN) takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 783 miles (1,260 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tokyo to Seoul?

13 airlines: Jeju Air, Air Busan, Ethiopian Airlines, Korean Air, Jin Air, Air Japan, Asiana Airlines, Air Seoul, T´Way Air, Thai Smile, Air Premia, Eastar Jet, Zipair Tokyo.

Is there a nonstop flight from Tokyo to Seoul?

Yes. 13 airlines: Jeju Air, Air Busan, Ethiopian Airlines, Korean Air, Jin Air, Air Japan, Asiana Airlines, Air Seoul, T´Way Air, Thai Smile, Air Premia, Eastar Jet, Zipair Tokyo.

How far is Tokyo from Seoul?

The flight distance from Tokyo to Seoul is 783 miles (1,260 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Tokyo to Seoul?

At 2h 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Japan to Republic of Korea?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Republic of Korea embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Tokyo to Seoul?

Roughly 145 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 725 km.

Is the return flight from Seoul to Tokyo also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Tokyo to Seoul?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Narita International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.