When is the Seoul to Seoul route most turbulent?

Check the monthly chart for exact patterns. Transatlantic and mountain routes are typically roughest in winter (Dec–Mar). Tropical routes peak during monsoon season.

ICN to GMP Turbulence Forecast

Q: Is the Seoul to Seoul flight turbulent?

The ICN–GMP route typically experiences light turbulence.

Q: Which seat is smoothest on ICN to GMP?

Wing seats are smoothest. On a Airbus A320 · Boeing 737, that's rows 10–20. Avoid the rear of the aircraft.

Q: How long is the flight from ICN to GMP?

The ICN to GMP flight takes approximately 0h 45m, covering 20 miles at 29,000 feet.

Is the Seoul to Seoul flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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ICN

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GMP

Seoul · Seoul · 0h 45m

34.1

Turb Score

0h 45m

Duration

17 nm

Distance

29,000 ft

Cruise Alt.

Light

Typical

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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for ICN–GMP

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About the ICN–GMP route

The Seoul to Seoul route crosses the North Atlantic, where the jet stream is the primary source of turbulence. Flying at 29,000 feet, the aircraft encounters the strongest bumps roughly 2–5 hours into the flight. This is clear-air turbulence — no clouds, no visual warning — which makes a pre-flight forecast especially valuable.

The route is served by Japan Airlines, ANA, Korean Air on Airbus A320 · Boeing 737 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 29,000 feet over a distance of 20 miles (17 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Turbulence peaks mid-flight over the Atlantic. First and last hour are usually smooth.

Seoul to Seoul Flight Time

How long is the flight from ICN to GMP?

0h 45m

Flight Time

20 mi

Distance

29,000 ft

Cruising Altitude

Airbus A320

Aircraft

The Seoul (ICN) to Seoul (GMP) flight takes approximately 0h 45m, covering 20 miles (17 nautical miles) at 29,000 feet. The route is operated by Japan Airlines, ANA, Korean Air. Return flights (GMP to ICN) take a similar time, though westbound transatlantic and transpacific routes are typically 30–60 minutes longer due to headwinds.

Turbulence levels on ICN–GMP

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm

LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady

ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause

HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Turbulence by month

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Light

Moderate

Rough

Best seat on ICN–GMP

Airbus A320

Front

Rows 1–9

Light

✓ Wing

Rows 10–20

Smoothest

Rear

Rows 21+

Rougher

Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Passenger Reports

Kids barely noticed the turbulence — just some mild bumps over the subcontinent. Seatbelt sign was on and off a couple times. Nothing dramatic.

Parent traveling with kids · April

Flew Seoul–Seoul in September, had some light turbulence in the middle portion of the flight. Brief and nothing concerning. This route is usually fine.

Business traveler · September

The 0h 45m flight had some light shaking around the halfway point. Nothing spilled, nobody panicked. Just normal flying.

Leisure traveler · January

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Seoul to Seoul flight turbulent?

The ICN–GMP route typically experiences light turbulence. The turbulence score for this route is 34.1/100.

When is turbulence worst on ICN to GMP?

Turbulence peaks mid-flight over the Atlantic. First and last hour are usually smooth. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.

Which seat is smoothest on ICN to GMP?

Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A320 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 10–20. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.

How long is the flight from ICN to GMP?

The ICN to GMP flight takes approximately 0h 45m, covering 20 miles (17 nautical miles).

Which airlines fly ICN to GMP?

The main airlines operating this route are Japan Airlines, ANA, Korean Air, flying Airbus A320 · Boeing 737 aircraft.

Data Sources

PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route

Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data