Tokyo to Seoul is 763 miles (1,228 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
While takeoff from Tokyo offers good views of the Kanto region, the landing approach into Seoul provides more dramatic and varied scenery—the Han River, Seoul's massive urban landscape, and the Korean mountains create a more visually compelling experience. Left-side seats capture this better during descent.
Flight Path
The flight crosses the Korea Strait (visible as open water), passes over the Korean peninsula's western coastal plains, and approaches Seoul from the southeast. The Yellow Sea lies to the west throughout much of the route. No major mountain ranges are crossed, but the transition from Japan's volcanic topography to Korea's lower, forested plateau is gradual and subtle at cruise altitude.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from NRT
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of Tokyo Bay and the Kanto Plain as the aircraft climbs northwestward. You'll see the sprawling urban landscape of greater Tokyo and the distinctive coastline of the bay before heading out over water toward Korea.
Landing at GMP
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Gimpo. You'll see the Han River winding through Seoul, the city's dense urban core, and the surrounding mountainous terrain of the Korean peninsula as you approach from the southeast.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from New Tokyo International (NRT) to Gimpo (GMP)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Tokyo to Seoul. While takeoff from Tokyo offers good views of the Kanto region, the landing approach into Seoul provides more dramatic and varied scenery—the Han River, Seoul's massive urban landscape, and the Korean mountains create a more visually compelling experience. Left-side seats capture this better during descent.
What can I see during takeoff from New Tokyo International in Tokyo?
During takeoff from New Tokyo International (NRT), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Tokyo Bay and the Kanto Plain as the aircraft climbs northwestward. You'll see the sprawling urban landscape of greater Tokyo and the distinctive coastline of the bay before heading out over water toward Korea. Notable sights include: Tokyo Bay, Kanto Plain urban grid, Mount Fuji (visible on clear days to the southwest at distance), Chiba Peninsula.
What can I see when landing at Gimpo in Seoul?
When landing at Gimpo (GMP), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Gimpo. You'll see the Han River winding through Seoul, the city's dense urban core, and the surrounding mountainous terrain of the Korean peninsula as you approach from the southeast. Notable sights include: Han River, Seoul metropolitan area, Bukhan Mountains (north of Seoul), Gimpo lowlands.
How long is the flight from Tokyo to Seoul?
The flight from New Tokyo International (NRT) to Gimpo (GMP) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 763 miles (1,228 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Tokyo to Seoul flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Korea Strait (visible as open water), passes over the Korean peninsula's western coastal plains, and approaches Seoul from the southeast. The Yellow Sea lies to the west throughout much of the route. No major mountain ranges are crossed, but the transition from Japan's volcanic topography to Korea's lower, forested plateau is gradual and subtle at cruise altitude.