Travelling from Dalian Airport (DLC) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Dalian Airport to Incheon International Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Dalian.
Each week, there are 35 Dalian Airport to Incheon International Airport flights. To get going early, go for the 07:50 China Southern Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 20:00 with Korean Air.
To ensure you catch your DLC to ICN flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like May. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Dalian Airport to Incheon International Airport, so getting to Seoul (and then discovering more of South Korea!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with China Southern on this route.
With a dependable 98.62% of services landing on schedule, China Southern is the most punctual carrier for DLC to ICN flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dalian Airport to Incheon International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between DLC and ICN include:
Qingdao Airport
Tianjin Airport
Yantai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dalian Airport (DLC) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dalian Airport to Incheon International Airport flight is R 1,326. A round-trip ticket right now is R 2,840. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DLC to ICN if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Dalian Airport to Incheon International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Picking up cheap flights from DLC to ICN is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dalian Airport to Incheon International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dalian Airport (DLC)
DLC is located at 100 Yingke Road.
89% of flights leaving Dalian Airport land at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of DLC.
Central Dalian to Dalian Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Dalian Airport to Incheon International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to DLC:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Dalian Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Pick up a Incheon International Airport rental car and discover Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Incheon International Airport about four weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The quietest month for a flight from Dalian Airport to Incheon International Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Seoul based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Dalian Airport to Incheon International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DLC to ICN sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Korea waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a trip to Busan will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of South Korea, head for Incheon, roughly 56 kilometres west of Seoul. INSPIRE Arena, Wangsan Beach and Seokmodo Natural Forest are key highlights.
