From a tourist point of view, South Korea is one of the most interesting countries on the planet. This amazing state is in constant economic and cultural development, thus attracting even the most sophisticated travelers. Annually more than 12 million people from different parts of the world come to see the best sights of the Republic, and their acquaintance with the country always begins at one of the local airports.
From a tourist point of view, South Korea is one of the most interesting countries on the planet. This amazing state is in constant economic and cultural development, thus attracting even the most sophisticated travelers. Annually more than 12 million people from different parts of the world come to see the best sights of the Republic, and their acquaintance with the country always begins at one of the local airports. More details about the features of South Korea's main air gate read further in our article.
How many airports in South Korea?
In the territory of one of the most beautiful states of East Asia there are more than 100 aero nodes, but on a permanent basis only 16 of them operate, and only a third of them serve international flights. The main airports of South Korea on the map are marked with a special sign, so when planning a trip to one of the local resorts, you can in advance calculate the approximate distance and time required for a transfer to the hotel .
International airports of South Korea
The first steps of a foreign tourist in the Republic of Korea often take place in one of the international airports, each of which is an interesting sight. Let's talk about them in more detail:
- Incheon International Airport ( Seoul , South Korea) is the main air berth of the state, located 50 km west of the capital. Being the main center of international civil and cargo air transportation in East Asia, the airfield was also recognized as the best in the world for 11 years and one of the busiest airports in the world with an annual passenger turnover of more than 57 million people. The incredibly well-developed infrastructure of the building offers guests all the conditions necessary for a comfortable holiday . There are private bedrooms, a spa, a golf course, an ice skating rink, a mini garden and even a museum of Korean culture .
- Jeju International Airport occupies the second place in the country in terms of workload, and the passenger turnover in 2016 was about 30 million people. The air berth is located on the eponymous island, which, in turn, is considered one of the most popular tourist places in the Republic. Jeju Airport in Korea serves mainly international flights from China, Hong Kong, Japan and Taiwan.
- International Airport Gimpo - until 2005 the main air dock of the state. It is located in the western part of Seoul, about 15 km from the center of the capital, in the city of Gimpo . Thanks to the convenient geographical position, many foreign tourists arrive here, thus, the annual passenger turnover exceeds 25 million people.
- Kimhae International Airport is one of the largest air hubs in the country and the main hub of Air Busan. Annually Gimhae meets more than 14 million foreign tourists from all over the world. By the way, this airport is located in Busan , in the south of South Korea. In the near future, a major expansion is planned, during which one more runway and several new terminals will be added.
- Cheongju International Airport is the 5th largest air gateway of the Republic. The airfield is not far from the city of the same name and annually receives up to 3 million guests from abroad - mainly from Japan , China and Thailand.
- The international airport of Daegu is the least busy airport in South Korea, which currently serves mainly domestic destinations. International flights to Japan and Vietnam are carried out by two largest airlines of the country - Asiana Airlines and Korean Air.
Domestic airports of the Republic of Korea
Unfortunately, traveling by plane to South Korea can not afford all, because such a pleasure, compared to traveling by bus or train costs several times more. Nevertheless, wealthy tourists, as well as all those who do not spare money for comfort and speed, often move around the country in this way. There are 16 airports operating throughout the country that provide domestic flights. Most of them are in close proximity to the best resort towns of the Republic, therefore, there are usually no problems with travelers' transfer.
Among the largest airfields within the country are:
- Ulsan Airport;
- Gwangju Airport;
- Yeosu Airport;
- Muan Gukje Gonghang;
- Gunsan Airport;
- Sacheon Airport.