Korean Air flights from Shanghai to Seoul
Weather by month: Shanghai and Seoul
| Month | Shanghai | Seoul |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C · 12 mm | -2°C · 19 mm |
| February | 6°C · 26 mm | -3°C · 4 mm |
| March | 12°C · 79 mm | 6°C · 45 mm |
| April | 19°C · 51 mm | 12°C · 103 mm |
| May | 22°C · 114 mm | 17°C · 103 mm |
| June | 25°C · 312 mm | 23°C · 101 mm |
| July | 29°C · 233 mm | 28°C · 234 mm |
| August | 31°C · 73 mm | 27°C · 205 mm |
| September | 28°C · 154 mm | 22°C · 298 mm |
| October | 23°C · 41 mm | 15°C · 159 mm |
| November | 14°C · 12 mm | 7°C · 16 mm |
| December | 10°C · 7 mm | -1°C · 46 mm |
Average temperature and total rainfall per month, last full year.
About Korean Air flights from Shanghai to Seoul
Korean Air operates flights between Shanghai and Seoul, connecting two of East Asia's major business and cultural hubs. Passengers can depart from either Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) and arrive at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP). The route covers 866 kilometers, and flights typically take 125 minutes, though connections are common on this service. This route is popular for business travel and tourism between China and South Korea.
Fares tend to be lowest in September, making it a good time to book if flexibility allows. Korean Air includes one checked bag of up to 23 kilograms in economy fares. Online check-in opens 48 hours before departure and closes 60 minutes before takeoff, allowing convenient advance booking of your seat.
Airports on this route
| Departure | Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) |
|---|---|
| Arrival | Incheon International Airport (ICN), Gimpo International Airport (GMP) |
| Flight time | 2 h 5 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.