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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kobe to Seoul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Seoul.$247 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Kobe on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Incheon International on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Kobe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $247, select.
Seoul.$256 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug, returning Mon, 29 Sep.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Kobe on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Incheon International on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Kobe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $256, select.
Seoul.$256 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Jan, returning Wed, 28 Jan.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Kobe on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Incheon International on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Kobe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $256, select.
Seoul.$264 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec, returning Fri, 12 Dec.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Kobe on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Incheon International on Fri, 12 Dec, arriving in Kobe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $264, select.
Seoul.$267 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Dec.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Kobe on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Incheon International on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Kobe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $267, select.
Seoul.$268 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Kobe on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Incheon International on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Kobe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $268, select.
Seoul.$268 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Tue, 25 Nov.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Kobe on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Incheon International on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Kobe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $268, select.
Seoul.$268 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Tue, 14 Oct.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Kobe on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Incheon International on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Kobe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $268, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kobe to Seoul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kobe to Seoul flights are currently cheapest in August.
Aug
from $247
Sep
from $268
Oct
from $268
Nov
from $296
Dec
from $264
Jan
from $256
Feb
from $301
Mar
from $331
Apr
from $756
May
from $811
Jun
from $769
Jul
from $768

Direct flights from Kobe to Seoul

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Osaka to Seoul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$247
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs
Most popular airlineKorean Air
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Kobe to Seoul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Seoul: Gimpo International and Incheon International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Kobe to Seoul is $247. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours is the average flight time from Kobe to Seoul.
Korean Air flies direct from Kobe to Seoul.
As of August 2025, there are 15 flights per week flying from Kobe to Seoul.
The cheapest month to fly from Kobe to Seoul is usually August.
If you're flying from Kobe Airport, the cheapest airport near Seoul is Incheon International – which is 47.8 km away from the centre of Seoul. We've found flights into this airport from $247.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kobe Airport to Seoul on Tuesday, 19 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Seoul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Seoul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In August, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Seoul, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Korean Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Seoul.

Travelling from Kobe Airport (UKB) to Seoul: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 40 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Kobe Airport to Seoul.

  • Seoul's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Osaka (the location of Kobe Airport).

  • The most popular route is from Kobe Airport (UKB) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). Take your pick of seven services every week between these two airports. Korean Air offers a 11:00 departure between UKB and ICN.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your UKB to Seoul flight.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Direct Kobe Airport to Seoul tickets are available for booking. Incheon International Airport (ICN) will be your arrival point.

  • Korean Air is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Kobe Airport to Seoul.

  • Central Osaka to UKB is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Catching an early flight from Kobe Airport to Seoul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near UKB:

  • Kobe Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 85.15% of flights that depart UKB reach their destination without delay.

  • You'll find UKB at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kobe Airport (UKB) to Seoul

  • $131 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kobe Airport to Seoul flight. A return flight ticket right now is $247. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To find cheap flights from UKB to Seoul, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • Scoring cheap tickets from Kobe Airport to Seoul is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices across the month and bag an incredible deal.

  • Finding a cheap flight from UKB to Seoul is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kobe Airport to Seoul.

Airports in Seoul

Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • Incheon International Airport (ICN) is around 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.

  • Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kobe Airport to Seoul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with an Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and experience more of Seoul and beyond.

  • For the best deal, reserve your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from UKB to Seoul.

Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

  • If you're staying in central Seoul (or just want to see the sights straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Look for any visitor information desks for help with directions after disembarking your flight from Kobe Airport to Seoul.

  • The trip will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near GMP. Kick back and get cosy after your UKB to Seoul flight at one of these well-located options:

  • GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car make collecting a Gimpo International Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.

  • Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at GMP will save you money.

Best time to go to Seoul

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Kobe Airport to Seoul. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are typically higher and top attractions can get busy. Go to Seoul in low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Kobe Airport to Seoul flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from UKB to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).

More about Seoul

  • After booking your flight from Kobe Airport to Seoul, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are leading attractions which should feature on any good Seoul itinerary.

Explore more of South Korea

  • Seoul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of South Korea you'll want to see. Around 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a trip to Busan will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.

  • Daegu is another standout destination in South Korea and is around 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. No journey is complete without seeing Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Osaka to Seoul

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