Flying from Seoul to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG): what you need to know
Seoul has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Seoul to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) flying out of Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
The timezone in Lijiang is UTC+8, which is 1 hour behind Seoul. Lijiang Sanyi Airport is located in Lijiang.
Your flight from Seoul to LJG won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Split up your flight from Seoul to Lijiang Sanyi Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Gimpo International Airport and LJG are:
Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
From central Seoul, GMP is approximately 16 kilometres away. When planning the best way to get there, find out whether public transport is an option or if driving is more convenient.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport the day before your flight from Seoul to LJG:
About Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seoul to Lijiang Sanyi Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near LJG:
Getting from Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) to central Lijiang
From Lijiang Sanyi Airport, Lijiang is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 44 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)
For a one-way ticket from Seoul to Lijiang Sanyi Airport, R 1,604 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just R 3,220. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary based on availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from Seoul to LJG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Seoul to Lijiang Sanyi Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Lijiang. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Lijiang is May, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your flights from Seoul to LJG in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Seoul to Lijiang Sanyi Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Lijiang
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Lijiang right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Seoul to Lijiang Sanyi Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Viewing Platform of Lion Mountain in Lijiang Ancient Town, Black Dragon Pool Park and Lashi Lake are highlights which should feature on every Lijiang itinerary.
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