Can I fly direct from Seoul to Tokyo?

Yes, direct flights from Seoul to Tokyo are commonly available. Historically, approximately 56.3% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys that include a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop. This data reflects trends observed over a 90-day period.

How many hours is the flight from Seoul to Tokyo?

The typical direct flight from Seoul to Tokyo has a median duration of 2 hours and 20 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 6 hours and 55 minutes. The approximate distance covered on this route is 1209 kilometers. These durations are based on historical flight data for this route.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Seoul to Tokyo?

Historically, good prices on flights from Seoul to Tokyo have been frequent. This route is consistently observed to offer competitive deals. This classification is based on pricing trends and availability across the trailing quarter, indicating regular opportunities for favorable fares.

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2026-08-06 – 2026-08-16
SEL - Tokyo
76% AI deal score
$179
$137
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2026-08-07 – 2026-08-16
SEL - Tokyo
76% AI deal score
$183
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2026-08-04 – 2026-08-15
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76% AI deal score
$183
$141
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2026-08-04 – 2026-08-16
SEL - Tokyo
76% AI deal score
$180
$141
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2026-08-05 – 2026-08-16
SEL - Tokyo
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$179
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2026-09-16 – 2026-09-23
SEL - Tokyo
70% AI deal score
$175
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2026-08-08 – 2026-08-15
SEL - Tokyo
77% AI deal score
$199
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2026-09-16 – 2026-09-24
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$165
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Seoul to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Seoul to Tokyo

For flights from Seoul to Tokyo, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest connect once. Specifically, 56.3% of recent fares were for direct flights. When connecting itineraries are necessary, you can expect 1 stopover on most routes.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Seoul to Tokyo, fares typically range from $165 to $359, with a median of $246. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. About 12% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Tokyo? The most affordable months to fly are typically April and August, both with a median fare of $138. May also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $182.

A typical journey from Seoul to Tokyo takes about 2h 20m, including connections. This median duration reflects the overall travel time for most itineraries on this route.

The distance between Seoul and Tokyo is approximately 1,209 kilometers, making this a short-haul route. New deals for this route appear almost daily, indicating frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

How much is a round trip from Seoul to Tokyo

Regular price: $151 - $280

Prices for flights from Seoul to Tokyo are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Seoul to Tokyo is between $151 and $280. The current lowest deal is $137 with Coyne Aviation, for travel from Aug 4-Aug 16.

now $137

Low $151

High $280

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Tokyo

The cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Tokyo is August, with a median price of $130. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $426. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $130

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $426

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Direct flights from Seoul to Tokyo

Arcus-Air Logistic

Asiana Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Seoul to Tokyo

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Tokyo

Seoul (ICN) - Tokyo (NRT)

Coyne Aviation

$189

$165

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Tokyo

Seoul (ICN) - Tokyo (NRT)

Arcus-Air Logistic

$183

$162

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Tokyo

Seoul (ICN) - Tokyo (NRT)

Coyne Aviation

$177

$137

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Tokyo

Seoul (ICN) - Tokyo (NRT)

Coyne Aviation

$179

$141

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Tokyo

Seoul (ICN) - Tokyo (NRT)

Coyne Aviation

$167

$157

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Tokyo

Seoul (ICN) - Tokyo (NRT)

Arcus-Air Logistic

$168

$160

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Seoul to Tokyo

9 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 19

$507 → $249

51%

1 night

Dec 21 - Dec 22

$536 → $287

46%

1 night

Dec 2 - Dec 3

$382 → $158

59%

3 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 19

$376 → $159

58%

Popular Airports to fly from Seoul to Tokyo

Seoul - Tokyo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Seoul to Tokyo are above the typical level at $137.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Tokyo, with a median price of $130.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 20m

Direct flights from Seoul to Tokyo typically average 2h 20m, while connecting flights average 7h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are frequent

Direct flights are available on 56.3% of recent routes, with frequent deals historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Arcus-Air Logistic offers direct flights

Arcus-Air Logistic is one airline offering direct flights from Seoul to Tokyo.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals appear frequently on this route, with 12% of recent fares considered good prices.

Seoul main airports to depart from

Incheon International (ICN)

Cheapest

Incheon International Airport offers a good balance of value for flights from Seoul to Tokyo.

📍 ~48 km from Seoul city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$144

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Narita International (NRT)

Cheapest

Narita International Airport is a good option for flights from Seoul to Tokyo.

📍 ~60 km from Tokyo (reachable by train or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$143

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Ibaraki (IBR)

Ibaraki is a useful alternative, especially for budget travelers, due to its proximity to Tokyo.

📍 ~70 km from Tokyo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$214

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tokyo

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$659

$486

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Seoul to Tokyo is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $187. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices increase to an average of $269. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days out has historically shown higher average prices, around $368.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Seoul to Tokyo is considered to be $165 or less. The median price for this route was $246. Prices tend to increase significantly beyond this, with 75% of observed prices being $359 or higher. This threshold is based on an analysis of prices over a 90-day period.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Seoul to Tokyo have been April and August, both with a median price of $138. May also offered competitive prices, with a median of $182. The annual median price for this route is $246, indicating that these months offer substantial savings compared to the yearly average. These insights are based on data collected over a 270-day period.

Seoul to Tokyo: Overview