Flying from Seoul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX): What you need to know
Seoul's main base, Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Seoul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX).
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours. That's the average journey time for a direct Seoul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight.
The timezone in Shenzhen is UTC+8, which is one hour behind Seoul. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is located in Shenzhen.
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) is the most popular route. There are 34 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Shenzhen Airlines at 4:45pm. Go for the first ICN to SZX departure operated by Korean Air at 8:15am if you'd rather get a move on.
For a smooth journey, 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 flight from Seoul to SZX.
Flying during a popular month like January? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Seoul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) depart from this terminal.
You'll have your pick of airlines operating direct flights from Seoul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport leaving from ICN. Reserve your trip with one of these:
Shenzhen Airlines is the airline most travelers choose for flights from ICN to SZX.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is China Southern.
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Seoul to SZX with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ICN and SZX include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The journey from central Seoul to ICN takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometers in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Seoul Incheon International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seoul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Seoul Incheon International Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Knock a new city off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Seoul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from Seoul Gimpo International Airport:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
You can get to GMP from the center of Seoul in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to travel the 16 kilometers or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Seoul Gimpo International Airport the day before your Seoul to SZX flight:
Seoul Gimpo International Airport has a track record for punctuality. 80% of flights leaving here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Consider booking a hotel close to SZX if you have a late flight from Seoul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
The address for SZX is Airport 9th Rd.
Getting from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to central Shenzhen
Central Shenzhen is around 32 kilometers from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.
Traveling on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Currently, AED 547 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 1,036. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Seoul to SZX if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Affordable Seoul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Seoul to SZX.
Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Seoul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Seoul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Seoul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX). February is the busiest month to travel to Shenzhen. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in December.
When booking your Seoul to SZX plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Shenzhen, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Seoul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Shenzhen
After booking your flight from Seoul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shenzhen:
Your Shenzhen visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions worth exploring include Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Shenzhen. Around 80 kilometers away to the northwest, check out popular attractions including Canton Tower, Baiyun Mountain and Yuyuan Garden.
If you want to check out another side of China, head for Shantou, about 306 kilometers east of Shenzhen. Beishan Bay, Longhu Beach Tourist Resort and Lveniaowei Mountain are among the biggest draws.
