Cheap flights from Seoul (GMP)

Seoul's close-in airport for domestic shuttles and regional hops

Gimpo International is Seoul's older airport, 15 km west of central Seoul and far closer to the city than Incheon. Since 2001 it has handled almost all domestic flights plus short-haul international shuttles to Tokyo Haneda, Osaka, Shanghai Hongqiao, Beijing and Taipei. Korean Air, Asiana and the Korean LCC trio of Jeju Air, T'way and Jin Air all operate hubs here.

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Airlines flying from Seoul (GMP)

Major carriers: Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, Japan Airlines, ANA. Low-cost carriers: Jeju Air, T'way Air, Jin Air, Air Busan.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the IATA code for Seoul?
Seoul has two main airports: Gimpo (GMP) close to the city for domestic and short-haul international flights, and Incheon (ICN) further west for most long-haul international service. The metro code SEL covers both. Flightmussy lets you search SEL or filter to a single airport with its multi-airport origin filter, free and no signup.
How far is Gimpo airport from central Seoul?
GMP is about 15 kilometers west of central Seoul, roughly 30-40 minutes by taxi or 25 minutes on Seoul Subway Line 5 or the AREX express to Seoul Station. It is significantly closer than Incheon. Use Flightmussy's free fare heatmap to find the cheapest week, then the transfer is straightforward.
Which airlines fly from Gimpo (GMP)?
Korean Air and Asiana run the bulk of domestic flights to Jeju, Busan and other Korean cities. JAL and ANA cover the Tokyo Haneda shuttle. Korean LCCs Jeju Air, T'way, Jin Air and Air Busan handle competitive pricing on Japan, China and Taiwan routes. Flightmussy compares them all in one search.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Gimpo?
Domestic Jeju and Busan fares from GMP usually bottom out in May, June and November, while the Tokyo Haneda shuttle is cheapest in late winter and early spring. Avoid Chuseok, Lunar New Year and the summer holiday peaks. Flightmussy's 12-month heatmap surfaces the genuine cheapest week without endless date-clicking.

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