Flying from Seoul to Gimhae International Airport (PUS): what you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Seoul's main airports, Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Explore your options for booking a flight from Seoul to Gimhae International Airport (PUS) departing from either of these.
1 hour 9 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Seoul to Gimhae International Airport.
Seoul and Busan (where Gimhae International Airport is located) share the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch on arrival.
With 617 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Gimhae International Airport (PUS) is the most popular route. Jeju Air operates the earliest flight at 06:20. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from ICN to PUS is with Air Busan at 21:30.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Seoul to PUS.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Looking to fly out of Gimpo International Airport (GMP)? You can reserve a direct flight from Seoul to Gimhae International Airport (PUS) departing from this busy hub.
Korean Air offers direct flights from Seoul to PUS leaving from GMP. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in a single hop.
From the centre of Seoul, GMP is about 16 kilometres away. When working out how to get there, find out if public transport is available or if it's better to drive.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Seoul to PUS, stay in one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport:
About Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
If you have a late flight from Seoul to Gimhae International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near PUS:
Getting from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to central Busan
The centre of Busan is roughly 11 kilometres from Gimhae International Airport. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 43 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
For a one-way ticket from Seoul to Gimhae International Airport, R 342 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from R 805. These are currently the lowest fares but could change depending on availability.
It's best to book 8 months before your planned departure. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find cheap tickets from Seoul to PUS within that timeframe.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Seoul to Gimhae International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
August is the busiest month to board a flight from Seoul to Gimhae International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Busan, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Seoul to PUS, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Busan, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Seoul to Gimhae International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Busan
Start your Busan trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seoul to Gimhae International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Haeundae Beach and Gamcheon Culture Village are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Busan to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Beomeosa Temple.
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