Gimpo, Gimhae and other airports

Gimpo Airport is in western Seoul. It mainly handles domestic flights but also has some short-haul international routes to nearby cities in Japan, China and Taiwan. It is closer to downtown than Incheon, so travel times into the city are shorter. Routes change, so check your ticket and the airport's official information.

Gimpo Airport Station is served by subway Lines 5 and 9, the AREX airport railroad, the Gimpo Goldline and the Seohae Line, so connections are good. Line 9 express trains are fast for Yeouido and Gangnam. Buses and taxis are also available outside the terminals.

No. Gimpo has a separate domestic terminal and international terminal. The two buildings are within walking distance, and a shuttle bus also runs between them. Check your terminal before leaving and follow the exit signs carefully when you come up from the subway station.

Gimhae Airport serves Busan and is connected by the Busan-Gimhae Light Rail, buses and taxis. Take the light rail and transfer to the Busan subway at stations such as Sasang to reach the city. For areas like Haeundae, a limousine bus may be more convenient, so check the routes.

If Busan is your main destination, flying directly into Gimhae saves a lot of travel time. Gimhae has international routes to places such as Japan, China and Southeast Asia. If there is no direct flight or it is expensive, you can fly into Incheon and continue by KTX or a domestic flight.

Jeju International Airport is close to downtown Jeju City, so a taxi or local bus gets you there quickly. For Seogwipo or the Jungmun resort area, many people take the airport limousine bus or express buses. If you are renting a car, you take a shuttle to the rental car center near the airport.

Some do. As of November 2026, Daegu and Cheongju airports have international routes to destinations such as Japan, China and Southeast Asia. Muan Airport, however, has suspended operations, and routes and frequencies change often with the season and airline decisions. Search flights and check the airport's official site to see what is currently running.

Any airport with international flights has immigration, customs and quarantine procedures that work the same way as at Incheon. Because they are smaller, lines are often shorter. However, currency exchange and SIM card counters may have limited hours or may not exist, so prepare in advance.

Gimpo is close to central Seoul and relatively small, so check-in and getting around tend to be quicker. It connects directly to the subway, which makes travel easy. Its international routes are limited, though, so first check whether there is a direct flight to where you want to go.

The AREX all-stop train runs from Gimpo Airport to Incheon Airport without a transfer; the express train does not stop at Gimpo, so take the all-stop service. Buses also connect the two airports. If you arrive on a domestic flight and depart internationally, ask your airline whether bags can be checked through, and allow ample time for travel and check-in.

Gimhae has separate domestic and international terminals, but they are close enough to walk between. The light rail station and bus stops are linked to the terminal area. Check which terminal your flight uses before you head to the airport.

Public transport at regional airports often stops relatively early. If your flight lands late at night, check the last bus or train time in advance, and if there is none, plan on a taxi or a hotel pickup. Airport information desks may also close early, so have your route sorted before you fly.

The Gimpo to Jeju route is one of the busiest air routes in the world, with several airlines flying it throughout the day. Even so, seats can sell out quickly on weekends, holidays and in the summer vacation season. Book early once your dates are fixed.

Airports such as Ulsan, Pohang-Gyeongju, Yeosu, Gwangju and Sacheon mainly operate domestic flights, mostly to Gimpo or Jeju. Flights are not very frequent, so check the schedule in advance. If you are heading to one of those cities, compare flying with the KTX or express bus to see what suits you better.

The Gimpo Airport area has large shopping malls, supermarkets and cinemas, which makes it a good place to spend time before or after a flight. They are connected to the subway station, so moving around with luggage is easy. Opening hours differ by store, so check ahead.

Yangyang International Airport is in Yangyang County, Gangwon, and is convenient for Sokcho, Yangyang and Gangneung. As of November 2026 its domestic service is mainly to Jeju, and international plans change often, so check the airport's official guidance. From Seoul, most people reach Gangwon by KTX or express bus, and winter weather can affect flights.

From Cheongju International Airport you can take airport buses to Seoul and nearby cities, or catch a train at the station near the airport. Getting to Seoul takes longer than from Incheon or Gimpo, so factor that into your plans. Check the airport's official site for current routes.

Muan International Airport is in the southwest of South Jeolla Province and has served as a gateway to Mokpo and Gwangju. As of November 2026, however, it has no passenger flights; the runway closure has been extended and no reopening date has been set. To reach the area, use another airport or the KTX, and check the airport's official site for updates.

Regional airports with international flights may have bank exchange booths or telecom counters, but they often open only briefly around flight times. If you arrive late, they may be closed. Preparing an eSIM and a small amount of Korean won in advance gives you peace of mind.

Most Korean airports other than Incheon, including Gimpo, Gimhae, Jeju, Daegu and Cheongju, are run by the Korea Airports Corporation, whose official website shows flight and transport information. Incheon is operated separately by the Incheon International Airport Corporation. Also check your airline's app for any schedule changes.