Korean Air flights from Seoul to Shanghai
Weather by month: Seoul and Shanghai
| Month | Seoul | Shanghai |
|---|---|---|
| January | -2°C · 19 mm | 6°C · 12 mm |
| February | -3°C · 4 mm | 6°C · 26 mm |
| March | 6°C · 45 mm | 12°C · 79 mm |
| April | 12°C · 103 mm | 19°C · 51 mm |
| May | 17°C · 103 mm | 22°C · 114 mm |
| June | 23°C · 101 mm | 25°C · 312 mm |
| July | 28°C · 234 mm | 29°C · 233 mm |
| August | 27°C · 205 mm | 31°C · 73 mm |
| September | 22°C · 298 mm | 28°C · 154 mm |
| October | 15°C · 159 mm | 23°C · 41 mm |
| November | 7°C · 16 mm | 14°C · 12 mm |
| December | -1°C · 46 mm | 10°C · 7 mm |
Average temperature and total rainfall per month, last full year.
About Korean Air flights from Seoul to Shanghai
Korean Air operates flights from Seoul to Shanghai covering a distance of 866 km. Passengers depart from either Gimpo International Airport (GMP) or Incheon International Airport (ICN) and arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) or Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Connections are common on this route, with typical flight times around 135 minutes. This route serves both business and leisure travelers between South Korea's capital and China's major commercial hub.
Fares tend to be lowest in September. Korean Air permits one checked bag of up to 23 kg per passenger in economy class. Online check-in opens 48 hours before departure and closes 60 minutes before the flight. Arrive early for international check-in procedures at your departure airport.
Airports on this route
| Departure | Gimpo International Airport (GMP), Incheon International Airport (ICN) |
|---|---|
| Arrival | Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) |
| Flight time | 2 h 15 min (estimated) |
| Distance | 866 km |
Checked bag in Economy: 1 piece, 23 kg (51 lb).
| Item | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag | 1 piece | |
| Personal item | included | small bag under the seat |
| Checked baggage - Economy | 1 piece · 23 kg (51 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - Business | 2 pieces · 32 kg (71 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - First | 3 pieces · 32 kg (71 lb) | included in the fare |
| Extra bag | from 200 USD | cheaper when added online in advance |
| Overweight fee | from 100 USD | per bag above the allowance |
Basic Economy allowance on most routes; premium fares and some destinations get more. Weights are shown in kilograms with pounds in brackets, sizes in centimetres with inches in brackets. Always confirm on the official website before travelling.
Korean Air online check-in opens 2 days before departure and closes 1 h before departure. Online check-in is free.
| Online check-in opens | 2 days before departure |
|---|---|
| Online check-in closes | 1 h before departure |
| Airport counters close | 1 h before departure |
| Check-in fee | online check-in is free |
| Boarding pass | mobile boarding pass, print at home |
| Mobile app check-in | available |
| Self-service kiosks | available |
Times apply to most routes; long-haul, US and some airport-specific deadlines differ. Confirm on the official website before travelling.