Direct (nonstop) flights from Kobe to Seoul

2 airlines fly nonstop from Kobe (UKB) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). It's 528 miles (850 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by Korean Air, Asiana Airlines.

UKB
Kobe
🇯🇵 Kobe, Japan
ICN
Incheon International Airport
🇰🇷 Seoul, Republic of Korea
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
528 mi
850 km
CO₂/pax
98 kg
−72 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Korean Air +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Korean Air Korean Air Asiana Airlines Asiana Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Korean Air KE Korean Air
Route
UKB → ICN
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
528 mi
Asiana Airlines OZ Asiana Airlines
Route
UKB → ICN
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
528 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kobe to Seoul with one stop · direct emits 98 kg CO₂ per passenger

UKB KOJ (Kagoshima) ICN
Leg 1: 1h 10m (326 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (459 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 170 kg CO₂ (+73% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UKB → KOJ
1h 10m · 326 mi
View UKB to KOJ flights →
Leg 2
KOJ → ICN
1h 45m · 459 mi
View KOJ to ICN flights →
UKB NGS (Nagasaki) ICN
Leg 1: 1h 20m (327 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (370 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+57% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UKB → NGS
1h 20m · 327 mi
View UKB to NGS flights →
Leg 2
NGS → ICN
1h 40m · 370 mi
View NGS to ICN flights →
UKB SDJ (Sendai) ICN
Leg 1: 1h 20m (398 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (793 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 246 kg CO₂ (+151% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UKB → SDJ
1h 20m · 398 mi
View UKB to SDJ flights →
Leg 2
SDJ → ICN
2h 25m · 793 mi
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UKB IBR (Omitami) ICN
Leg 1: 1h 5m (311 mi) Leg 2: 2h 43m (779 mi) Total: ~3h 48m 🍃 227 kg CO₂ (+132% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UKB → IBR
1h 5m · 311 mi
View UKB to IBR flights →
Leg 2
IBR → ICN
2h 43m · 779 mi
View IBR to ICN flights →
UKB HND (Tokyo) ICN
Leg 1: 1h 10m (265 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (753 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 213 kg CO₂ (+117% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UKB → HND
1h 10m · 265 mi
View UKB to HND flights →
Leg 2
HND → ICN
2h 45m · 753 mi
View HND to ICN flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kobe to Seoul?

A nonstop flight from Kobe (UKB) to Seoul (ICN) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 528 miles (850 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kobe to Seoul?

2 airlines: Korean Air, Asiana Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kobe to Seoul?

Yes. 2 airlines: Korean Air, Asiana Airlines.

How far is Kobe from Seoul?

The flight distance from Kobe to Seoul is 528 miles (850 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Kobe to Seoul?

At 1h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. 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 Kobe to Seoul?

Roughly 98 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 490 km.

Is the return flight from Seoul to Kobe 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 Kobe 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 Kobe for this flight?

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