Cheap flights from Seoul, South Korea to Tokyo, Japan

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Travelers usually depart from Incheon International, Gimpo International, or Seoul Air Base when they travel from Seoul to Tokyo. Book your trip to arrive at Narita International, Haneda, or Tokyo Train Station. The distance between Seoul and Tokyo is 1258 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Jeju Air, Jin Air, Skymark Airlines, Japan Airlines, and Tway Airlines. Seoul and Tokyo have 401 direct flights per week. When you arrive at Tokyo, consider visiting Toshogu Shrine, Tsukiji Fish Market, Japan, Great Buddha, Japan, and Shibuya Crossing, Tokyo, Japan.

Weekly direct flights

Discover the top airlines offering direct flights from Seoul to Tokyo in the next month. You’ll find the number of daily direct flights per airline in the table.

Weekly direct flights for Sun 12.03 - Sat 18.03

AirlineSun 12.03Mon 13.03Tue 14.03Wed 15.03Thu 16.03Fri 17.03Sat 18.03
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233332---
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Weekly direct flights for Sun 19.03 - Sat 25.03

AirlineSun 19.03Mon 20.03Tue 21.03Wed 22.03Thu 23.03Fri 24.03Sat 25.03
24---------------
12---------------
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Japan Airlines
231---------1
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11---------------

Weekly direct flights for Sun 26.03 - Sat 01.04

AirlineSun 26.03Mon 27.03Tue 28.03Wed 29.03Thu 30.03Fri 31.03Sat 01.04
124523---
13232---3
2233223
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Weekly direct flights for Sun 02.04 - Sat 08.04

AirlineSun 02.04Mon 03.04Tue 04.04Wed 05.04Thu 06.04Fri 07.04Sat 08.04
1155313
3333333
3333333
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Check-in for a flight from Seoul to Tokyo

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during bookingOnline check-in available
Jeju AirJJA7CYesNo
Jin AirJNALJYes0
0
Skymark AirlinesSKYBCYesNo
Japan AirlinesJALJLYes0
0
Tway AirlinesTWBTWYes0
0

Japan COVID-19 travel restrictions

Latest COVID-19 travel restrictions in Japan – 03/2023
Your trip summary

Most travelers from South Korea can enter Japan, but there are restrictions.

Departure

Travel restrictions
  • Travel is allowed with restrictions
  • Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required for vaccinated travelers with a booster dose
  • Quarantine is not required
Visa requirements
  • Visa is not required
Forms and documents
  • Mandatory proof of COVID-19 vaccination for Japan
  • Recommended Visit Japan Web application
  • Mandatory quarantine questionnaire
Additional information
  • Masks are recommended in public

Return

Travel restrictions
  • Travel is allowed
  • Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
  • Quarantine is not required
Visa requirements
  • Visa is not required
Forms and documents
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for South Korea
  • Recommended pre-entry Q-code registration
  • Re-entry permit is required for long-term foreign residents

Information is provided as guidance only and accurate at the time of publishing. Always check government websites and airline materials before booking and traveling.

Learn more about COVID-19 restrictions in Japan in our dedicated Stories article.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Seoul to Tokyo?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Seoul and Tokyo takes around 2.4 hours.
What is the flight distance between Seoul and Tokyo?
The flight distance between Seoul and Tokyo is 1258 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Seoul and Tokyo?
Several carriers operate flights between Seoul and Tokyo. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Japan Airlines, Jin Air, All Nippon Airways, Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, Tway Airlines, Peach Aviation, Jeju Air.
What are the most popular routes to and from Seoul?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Seoul and Osaka, Bangkok, Jeju City, Manila, Hong Kong, Busan, Okinawa Island, Ho Chi Minh City, Singapore, Denpasar, Cebu, Taipei, Hanoi, Fukuoka, Hagåtña, Da Nang, Honolulu, Los Angeles, Kuala Lumpur, Phuket City.
What are the most popular routes to and from Tokyo?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Tokyo and Okinawa Island, Manila, Hong Kong, Los Angeles, Osaka, Sapporo, Bangkok, Honolulu, Taipei, New York, Shanghai, San Francisco, San Diego, Denver, Fukuoka, Ho Chi Minh City, Busan, Da Nang, Cebu, Singapore.
Which airports are there in Seoul?
Seoul is mainly served by Incheon International. But there are other airports nearby, including Gimpo International, Seoul Air Base.
What airports are near Seoul?
The main airport in Seoul is Incheon International. It is also served by Daegu International, Wonju, Cheongju International, Yangyang International, Gunsan.
What airports are near Tokyo?
The main airport in Tokyo is Narita International. It is also served by Shizuoka, Ibaraki, Matsumoto, Fukushima.
Is it possible to combine flights, buses, and trains in one itinerary when traveling between Seoul and Tokyo?
Yes, it's possible to combine different modes of transport between Seoul and Tokyo thanks to our Virtual Interlining technology. Making use of not only flights but also trains and buses between Seoul and Tokyo can give rise to new adventures. Read more about how Virtual Interlining works on Kiwi.com Stories.
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