Osaka to Seoul Flights (KIX-ICN)

🇯🇵 KIX

Osaka

536 mi

ICN 🇰🇷

Seoul

Kansai International Airport Incheon International Airport 14 airlines

The Osaka to Seoul route connects Kansai International Airport (KIX) in JP with Incheon International Airport (ICN) in KR. This short-haul flight covers approximately 536 miles (863 km) with a typical flight time of 1h 31m. This route is served by 14 airlines: Jeju Air, Asiana, Aero K and others. AirportRoutes has tracked 44 unique flight numbers on this route.

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About This Route

Route Overview

The Osaka (KIX) → Seoul (ICN) route links Japan’s Kansai region with South Korea’s capital across 536 miles (863 km). Nonstop flights typically take about 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes, making it one of the fastest ways to hop between two major Northeast Asian hubs. Travelers choose this route for weekend city breaks, K-pop and shopping trips, and easy onward connections from ICN to Southeast Asia and Europe. KIX’s efficient terminals and ICN’s extensive rail and bus links keep transfers smooth. With frequent departures, competitive fares, and minimal time-zone change, the corridor is popular for both first-time visitors and repeat travelers seeking culture, food, and nightlife on a short schedule.

Travel Tips

Book early for the best deals, especially around holidays; round-trip fares often start around ¥15,000–¥35,000 (about $100–$235) depending on season and baggage. Low-cost carriers may charge extra for seat selection and checked bags, so compare total costs. At KIX, allow time for the island-airport train access and international security; arriving 2–2.5 hours before departure is prudent. At ICN, follow signs for AREX (Airport Railroad) to Seoul Station or choose limousine buses for hotel-area drops. Expect a short flight with limited inflight service on budget airlines—pack a refillable bottle and snacks after security. Keep passports and arrival details handy for faster immigration.

Destination Highlights

Seoul blends royal history with cutting-edge design: visit Gyeongbokgung Palace and nearby Bukchon Hanok Village for traditional architecture, then head to Myeongdong for skincare shopping and street food. For views, hike or cable-car up Namsan (N Seoul Tower), and explore modern Seoul in Gangnam and the riverside parks along the Han. The Dongdaemun Design Plaza anchors late-night markets, while Hongdae is known for indie music, cafés, and youthful nightlife. Don’t miss Korean cuisine classics—samgyeopsal, bibimbap, and kimchi jjigae—plus market bites at Gwangjang Market. Day trips to DMZ tours or Suwon’s Hwaseong Fortress add depth beyond the city center.

Best Time to Fly

For comfortable weather, aim for April–May or September–October, when Seoul is mild and skies are often clearer. Summer (June–August) brings heat, humidity, and monsoon rains, while winter (December–February) is cold but can be good value outside holiday periods. Peak pricing commonly appears around Golden Week, summer school breaks, and year-end travel; off-peak deals are more likely in late winter and early June. Notable draws include spring cherry blossoms and autumn foliage, which can lift fares on popular weekends.

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Departure Airport

Kansai International Airport

ICAO Code:: RJBB
IATA Code:: KIX
City:: 🇯🇵 Osaka
Country:: JP
Elevation:: 26 ft

Destination Airport

Incheon International Airport

ICAO Code:: RKSI
IATA Code:: ICN
City:: 🇰🇷 Seoul
Country:: KR
Elevation:: 23 ft

Operators

Tracked Flights

536

Miles

1h 31m

Flight Duration

Route Map

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Operating Airlines

Airline	ICAO	IATA
Jeju Air	`JJA`	`7C`
Asiana	`AAR`	`OZ`
Aero K	`EOK`	`RF`
Eastarjet	`ESR`	`ZE`
Peach Aviation	`APJ`	`MM`
Korean Air	`KAL`	`KE`
Jin Air	`JNA`	`LJ`
Tway Air	`TWB`	`TW`
Air Seoul	`ASV`	`RS`
Air Busan	`ABL`	`BX`
Silk Way West	`AZG`	`7L`
Cathay Pacific	`CPA`	`CX`
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines	`KLM`	`KL`
Platinum Airways	`PTA`	`WE`

Flight Schedule Pattern

Day	Flights Observed	Frequency
Monday	79	16%
Tuesday	59	12%
Wednesday	65	13%
Thursday	72	15%
Friday	68	14%
Saturday	81	16%
Sunday	68	14%

Pattern Analysis

44 Tracked Flights:

Data Points: 492
API observations used to build this analysis

Weekdays: 343 flights
Weekend: 149 flights

Business Route More active on weekdays

All Flight Routes

14 Routes

Note: This table shows aggregated route data by airline. Each airline may operate multiple daily flights at different times. See the "Spotted Departure Times" section below for all observed departure times.

Airline	Flight Numbers	Aircraft Type	Typical Time	Days Active	Last Seen	Status
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines `KLM` / `KL`	-	-	-	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Aero K `EOK` / `RF`		A320	08:55 8:55 AM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Air Busan `ABL` / `BX`		A321	12:50 12:50 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Air Seoul `ASV` / `RS`		A321	18:00 6:00 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Asiana `AAR` / `OZ`		A359	09:30 9:30 AM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Cathay Pacific `CPA` / `CX`	-	B748	-	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Eastarjet `ESR` / `ZE`		B738	18:00 6:00 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Jeju Air `JJA` / `7C`		B738	17:00 5:00 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Jin Air `JNA` / `LJ`		B738	17:30 5:30 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Korean Air `KAL` / `KE`		B38M	09:05 9:05 AM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Peach Aviation `APJ` / `MM`		A20N	07:40 7:40 AM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Platinum Airways `PTA` / `WE`		A320	15:05 3:05 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Silk Way West `AZG` / `7L`		B748	23:00 11:00 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Tway Air `TWB` / `TW`		B38M	14:30 2:30 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active

Total Routes: 14

Active Routes: 14

Unique Airlines: 14

Aircraft Types: 13

Spotted Departure Times

Departure Time	Operator	ICAO	IATA
07:40 7:40 AM	Peach Aviation	`APJ`	`MM`
08:55 8:55 AM	Aero K	`EOK`	`RF`
09:05 9:05 AM	Korean Air	`KAL`	`KE`
09:30 9:30 AM	Asiana	`AAR`	`OZ`
12:50 12:50 PM	Air Busan	`ABL`	`BX`
14:30 2:30 PM	Tway Air	`TWB`	`TW`
15:05 3:05 PM	Platinum Airways	`PTA`	`WE`
17:00 5:00 PM	Jeju Air	`JJA`	`7C`
17:30 5:30 PM	Jin Air	`JNA`	`LJ`
18:00 6:00 PM	Air Seoul	`ASV`	`RS`
18:00 6:00 PM	Eastarjet	`ESR`	`ZE`
23:00 11:00 PM	Silk Way West	`AZG`	`7L`

Time Information

Times are shown in the departure airport's local timezone (RJBB - Asia/Tokyo).

Total Departure Times: 12

Time Range:
07:40 - 23:00

These are typical departure times observed from actual flights. Times may vary by season and schedule changes.

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