Travelling from Sendai Airport (SDJ) to Seoul: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 10 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Sendai Airport to Seoul.
Seoul and Sendai (where Sendai Airport is located) are both in the UTC+9 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
The busiest route is from Sendai Airport (SDJ) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). Take your pick of five services every week between these two airports. Asiana Airlines offers a 12:40 departure between SDJ and ICN.
Leave plenty of time to make your SDJ to Seoul flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Sendai Airport to Seoul tickets are available for booking. Incheon International Airport (ICN) will be your arrival point.
Asiana Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Sendai Airport to Seoul.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from SDJ to Seoul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
To get to SDJ from central Sendai, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near SDJ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sendai Airport to Seoul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Sendai Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 83.78% of flights that depart SDJ reach their destination without delay.
The address for SDJ is 28 Konuma, Shimomasuda, Natori.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sendai Airport (SDJ) to Seoul
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sendai Airport to Seoul flight is 94 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 205 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from SDJ to Seoul, book your journey one month before your departure.
The best month for landing cheap Sendai Airport to Seoul tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
You don't need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from SDJ to Seoul.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sendai Airport to Seoul.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. The time it takes to get there will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to ICN if you have a late flight from Sendai Airport to Seoul. Choose one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Grab an Incheon International Airport rental car and discover Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from SDJ to Seoul can help you get the lowest rate.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is about 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Check out your options for heading into town after your flight from Sendai Airport to Seoul has touched down.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 5 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to GMP. Settle in and get cosy after your SDJ to Seoul flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Gimpo International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from GMP one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Sendai Airport to Seoul. The city buzzes during high season, but rates are generally higher and top attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Seoul in low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Sendai Airport to Seoul plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SDJ to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Seoul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Seoul right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Sendai Airport to Seoul:
Bukchon Hanok Village and Gyeongbokgung Palace are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Seoul to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of South Korea you'll want to see. About 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a trip to Busan will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Daegu is another favourite destination in South Korea and is around 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. No journey is complete without visiting Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park.