Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Shanghai ➔ Séoul
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~870 km
Average flight time
~1h 04m
Recommended aircraft
Midsize Jet (Citation XLS, Hawker 900XP)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Shanghai and Séoul aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
The Shanghai – Séoul sector links Shanghai Hongqiao (ZSSS) to Gimpo International (RKSS) over 866 km great-circle, about 1h24 airborne in a Citation XLS+. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Shanghai. A helicopter connection to Gangnam / Centre Séoul can be added to the quote.
Departure and arrival airports
Shanghai Hongqiao (ZSSS)
Shanghai Hongqiao (ZSSS / SHA) is a major business field at 31.20°N / 121.34°E, China. Runway: 3400 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Shanghai Hawker Pacific FBO. Helicopter link: The Bund / Pudong.
Gimpo International (RKSS)
On the arrival side, Gimpo International (RKSS) serves Séoul from 37.56°N / 126.80°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Korean Air Business Jet Terminal; 3600 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Gangnam / Centre Séoul.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 866 km · 468 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h24
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Shanghai Hawker Pacific FBO — Shanghai Hongqiao (ZSSS / SHA)
- Arrival FBO
- Korean Air Business Jet Terminal — Gimpo International (RKSS / GMP)
- Departure runway
- 3400 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 3600 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Gangnam / Centre Séoul
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector Chine → Corée du Sud: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Shanghai to Séoul?
About 1h24 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 866 km great-circle between ZSSS and RKSS.
Which aircraft suits Shanghai → Séoul?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3600 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Shanghai Hongqiao?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Shanghai Hawker Pacific FBO.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Chine → Corée du Sud: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.