Direct (nonstop) flights from Seoul to Kobe

2 airlines fly nonstop from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Kobe (UKB). It's 528 miles (850 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by Korean Air, Asiana Airlines.

ICN
Incheon International Airport
🇰🇷 Seoul, Republic of Korea
UKB
Kobe
🇯🇵 Kobe, Japan
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
528 mi
850 km
CO₂/pax
98 kg
−56 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Korean Air +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Korean Air Korean Air Asiana Airlines Asiana Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Korean Air KE Korean Air
Route
ICN → UKB
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
528 mi
Asiana Airlines OZ Asiana Airlines
Route
ICN → UKB
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
528 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Seoul to Kobe with one stop · direct emits 98 kg CO₂ per passenger

ICN NGS (Nagasaki) UKB
Leg 1: 1h 30m (370 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (327 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+57% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → NGS
1h 30m · 370 mi
View ICN to NGS flights →
Leg 2
NGS → UKB
1h 5m · 327 mi
View NGS to UKB flights →
ICN KOJ (Kagoshima) UKB
Leg 1: 1h 35m (459 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (326 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 170 kg CO₂ (+73% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → KOJ
1h 35m · 459 mi
View ICN to KOJ flights →
Leg 2
KOJ → UKB
1h 5m · 326 mi
View KOJ to UKB flights →
ICN HND (Tokyo) UKB
Leg 1: 2h 10m (753 mi) Leg 2: 1h 18m (265 mi) Total: ~3h 28m 🍃 213 kg CO₂ (+117% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → HND
2h 10m · 753 mi
View ICN to HND flights →
Leg 2
HND → UKB
1h 18m · 265 mi
View HND to UKB flights →
ICN IBR (Omitami) UKB
Leg 1: 2h 8m (779 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (311 mi) Total: ~3h 28m 🍃 227 kg CO₂ (+132% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → IBR
2h 8m · 779 mi
View ICN to IBR flights →
Leg 2
IBR → UKB
1h 20m · 311 mi
View IBR to UKB flights →
ICN SDJ (Sendai) UKB
Leg 1: 2h 10m (793 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (398 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 246 kg CO₂ (+151% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ICN → SDJ
2h 10m · 793 mi
View ICN to SDJ flights →
Leg 2
SDJ → UKB
1h 30m · 398 mi
View SDJ to UKB flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Seoul to Kobe?

A nonstop flight from Seoul (ICN) to Kobe (UKB) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 528 miles (850 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Seoul to Kobe?

2 airlines: Korean Air, Asiana Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Seoul to Kobe?

Yes. 2 airlines: Korean Air, Asiana Airlines.

How far is Seoul from Kobe?

The flight distance from Seoul to Kobe is 528 miles (850 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Seoul to Kobe?

At 1h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Republic of Korea to Japan?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Japan embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Seoul to Kobe?

Roughly 98 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 490 km.

Is the return flight from Kobe to Seoul also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Kobe?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Incheon International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.