{ "response": { "Key": "ICN-HIJ", "orig": { "code": "ICN", "type": "airport", "city": "Seoul", "fullCity": "Seoul, Korea", "airport": "Incheon Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "HIJ", "type": "airport", "city": "Hiroshima", "fullCity": "Hiroshima, Japan", "airport": "Hiroshima Intl" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Seoul to Hiroshima?", "answer": "The flight from Seoul to Hiroshima covers about 420 miles. Nonstop service operated by Jeju Air typically takes 2 hours and 10 minutes eastbound, while the return leg is about 1 hour and 45 minutes, a difference driven by prevailing winds.", "methodology": "Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Seoul to Hiroshima?", "answer": "Yes, Jeju Air flies non‑stop from Seoul Incheon to Hiroshima with two daily flights, departing at 7:20 AM and 11:30 AM every day of the week. It's the only airline on the route, so the service is consistent year‑round.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Hiroshima?", "answer": "Hiroshima Airport has no rail station, so ground transport to the city center relies almost entirely on road options, with the most-used and fastest being the limousine bus to Hiroshima Bus Center (about 53 minutes) or to Hiroshima Station (about 45 minutes), though delays are common. Taxis and car rentals are available, but no ride-share or direct rail link exists; the closest train station is Shiraichi on the Sanyo Main Line, requiring a separate bus transfer.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroshima_Airport", "title": "Hiroshima Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-08-24T11:32:59Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroshima_Bus_Center", "title": "Hiroshima Bus Center", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-08-24T03:17:27Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroshima%20Airport", "title": "Hiroshima Airport", "time_published": "2026-01-25T08:59:46Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroshima_Station", "title": "Hiroshima Station", "time_published": "2026-07-27T23:36:24Z" } ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Seoul to Hiroshima?", "answer": "No nonstop red‑eye flights operate from Seoul Incheon (ICN) to Hiroshima (HIJ). Connecting itineraries whose long leg is an overnight flight do exist — for example, Asiana Airlines (OZ) departs ICN at 21:10 and arrives at Tokyo Haneda (HND) at 23:30 the same night, then connects to an ANA (NH) flight to Hiroshima after a long layover. The overnight leg lands before midnight, so it arrives the same evening rather than the next morning.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Seoul to Hiroshima?", "answer": "Jeju Air operates non‑stop flights from Seoul Incheon to Hiroshima, with 14 departures per week — twice‑daily service every day of the week, typically departing at 07:20 and 11:30. No other carriers offer non‑stop service on this route, and per‑carrier fares are not available for these flights.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Seoul and Hiroshima?", "answer": "Common layovers include Tokyo (Narita or Haneda), Fukuoka, and Osaka (Kansai). These hubs offer frequent connections, efficient domestic transfers, and visa‑free transit for many nationalities within Japan." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Hiroshima?", "answer": "April to May and late September to November offer mild temperatures, cherry blossoms or autumn colors, and fewer tourists." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Seoul to Hiroshima?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for the duration of your stay, and if required, a visa or Japan Web registration, plus proof of onward travel and a payment method for baggage." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Hiroshima?", "answer": "Hiroshima Airport is the only commercial airport serving the city, located about 50 km east of downtown. It handles domestic flights and limited international routes." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Incheon Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From downtown Seoul, the fastest and most popular way to reach Incheon International Airport is the Airport Railroad Express (AREX) train, which connects directly to both terminals. Limousine buses also run frequently from major city stops and cost around 17,000 KRW for a direct ride, while standard taxis operate on metered fares with a base around 4,800 KRW plus distance and possible night surcharges. Ride-share services are not widely used in South Korea, though app-based hailing taxis are available. Driving yourself and parking at the airport is possible but generally the most expensive and least convenient option for visitors.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://airinfo.airport.kr/bbs/ap_en/937/138233/artclView.do?layout=unknown", "title": "News", "favicon": "https://airinfo.airport.kr/Web-home/og/images/apple-touch-icon.png" }, { "url": "https://www.airport.kr/ap_en/1514/subview.do", "title": "International Incheon Airport" }, { "url": "https://airport.kr/ap_en/6636/subview.do?enc=Zm5jdDF8QEB8JTJGYmJzJTJGYXBfZW4lMkY5MzclMkYxMzgyMzMlMkZhcnRjbFZpZXcuZG8lM0Y=", "title": "News", "favicon": "https://airport.kr/Web-home/og/images/apple-touch-icon.png" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Hiroshima airport?", "answer": "Hiroshima Airport has no hotel inside the terminal or directly connected to it, and the airport closes overnight, so staying in the terminal is not possible. There is a hotel within walking distance, the Hiroshima Airport Hotel, about 0.2 miles (0.3 km) away, and it offers a complimentary airport shuttle on a set schedule. If you cannot reach that hotel, sleeping options at the airport are limited.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/hiroshima-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Hiroshima Airport Guide (HIJ) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-08-25T14:36:22Z" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/reviews/hiroshima-airport-reviews.htm", "title": "Hiroshima Airport Reviews (HIJ) – Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-11-29T14:21:40Z" }, { "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/hijsi-sheraton-grand-hiroshima-hotel/overview/", "title": "Hotel in Hiroshima, Japan | Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel", "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroshima_Airport", "title": "Hiroshima Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-08-24T11:32:59Z" }, { "url": "https://all.accor.com/hotel/C5E8/index.it.shtml", "title": "Mercure Tokyu Stay Hiroshima - ALL" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/lounges/hiroshima-airport-lounges.htm", "title": "Hiroshima Airport Lounges (HIJ) – Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Hiroshima Intl?", "answer": "Hiroshima Airport has a single terminal with separated domestic and international areas, but the available information does not specify whether currency exchange offices, prayer rooms or chapels, or free Wi-Fi are offered. Specific details about these passenger amenities are not listed in the airport overview.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroshima_Airport", "title": "Hiroshima Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-08-24T11:32:59Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroshima_Heliport", "title": "Hiroshima Heliport", "time_published": "2026-07-07T18:25:43Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroshima_Station", "title": "Hiroshima Station", "time_published": "2026-07-27T23:36:24Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroshima_Bus_Center", "title": "Hiroshima Bus Center", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-08-24T03:17:27Z" } ] }, "q16": { "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Seoul and Hiroshima airports?", "answer": "Incheon International Airport (ICN) offers a priority lane for mobility-impaired passengers, including those with disabilities, elderly travelers, young children, and pregnant women; assistance can be arranged by presenting a passport or disability welfare card at check-in or contacting the help desk (1577-2600) in advance, with electric vehicle and wheelchair transport available from 7:00 to 22:00. For Hiroshima Airport (HIJ), the available reference material does not include specific accessibility services or children's play areas, so you should contact the airport or your airline directly for mobility assistance and family facilities.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://airport.kr/ap_en/1435/subview.do", "title": "International Incheon Airport", "favicon": "https://airport.kr/Web-home/og/images/apple-touch-icon.png" }, { "url": "https://airport.kr/ap_en/1562/subview.do", "title": "International Incheon Airport" }, { "url": "https://airport.kr/ap_en/1478/subview.do", "title": "International Incheon Airport", "favicon": "https://airport.kr/Web-home/og/images/apple-touch-icon.png" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroshima%20Airport", "title": "Hiroshima Airport", "time_published": "2026-01-25T08:59:46Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroshima_Airport", "title": "Hiroshima Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-08-24T11:32:59Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroshima_Heliport", "title": "Hiroshima Heliport", "time_published": "2026-07-07T18:25:43Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroshima_Station", "title": "Hiroshima Station", "time_published": "2026-07-27T23:36:24Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Seoul to Hiroshima?", "answer": "On flights from Seoul to Hiroshima, Jeju Air operates the route with Boeing 737-800 aircraft, and the Boeing 737 family more broadly. Jeju Air is the only carrier shown as serving this nonstop route.", "methodology": "Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Seoul to Hiroshima?", "answer": "Jeju Air is the only airline operating nonstop from Seoul (ICN) to Hiroshima (HIJ), and it belongs to no major global alliance. Other alliances may serve this route via connections, but no allied carriers appear in the nonstop schedule.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Seoul?", "answer": "The Korean Air Lounge in Terminal 1 near gate 28 offers lounge dining, refreshments, showers, tea, coffee, beverages, and internet access for eligible Qantas and partner passengers. Sky Hub Lounges are available in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, and Asiana Business Lounges are located in Terminal 1. Matina Lounges can also be found in both terminals.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.qantas.com/vn/en/qantas-experience/at-the-airport/airport-lounges/all-qantas-airport-lounges/airport-lounge-locations.html/icn/Korean%2520Air%2520Lounge.html", "title": "Airport lounge locations | Qantas" }, { "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/south-korea/incheon-international", "title": "Incheon International Airport ICN Lounges - ICN Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "favicon": "https://prioritypass.com/icon.png?a4ff481221414a5c", "time_published": "2026-06-30T08:24:25Z" }, { "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/asia/seoul-sky-club-airport-map", "title": "Seoul Incheon (ICN) Airport Map & Lounges | Delta Air Lines", "favicon": "https://www.delta.com/content/dam/delta-applications/dlhome/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/south-korea/incheon-international/icn14-sky-hub-lounge", "title": "Sky Hub Lounge ICN AIRPORT Terminal 2 Incheon International | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-ca/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/ICN", "title": "American Express Lounges at Seoul Incheon International Airport | Amex CA", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Seoul to Hiroshima?", "answer": "Baggage allowance depends on the airline and fare class. Basic economy tickets often exclude checked baggage, while standard international economy fares typically include one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Seoul to Hiroshima?", "answer": "On the short Seoul to Hiroshima route, flights typically offer Economy class only, with no Premium Economy or flat‑bed Business class." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and higher cabins often allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy typically does not." } } } }