Flying from Seoul to Pohang Airport (KPO): What you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Seoul's main airports, Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Check out your options for booking a flight from Seoul to Pohang Airport (KPO) departing from either of these.
P'ohang's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Seoul. Pohang Airport is located in P'ohang.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Seoul to KPO. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
ICN is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the best route and available public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Seoul to Pohang Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Incheon International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Incheon International Airport, data shows 54.5% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Prefer to leave from Gimpo International Airport (GMP)? Direct Seoul to Pohang Airport (KPO) flight tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
Take a direct flight from Seoul to KPO with Jin Air. This is one of the leading carriers operating this route out of GMP.
Jin Air is the top choice for travellers flying from GMP to KPO.
With 78.33% of its services arriving as planned, Jin Air is the most punctual carrier flying between Gimpo International Airport and Pohang Airport.
GMP is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Plan ahead to work out the easiest way to reach your terminal.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Seoul to KPO flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Gimpo International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Gimpo International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.94%.
About Pohang Airport (KPO)
Reserve a hotel close to KPO if you have a late flight from Seoul to Pohang Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Pohang Airport (KPO) to central P'ohang
The centre of P'ohang is roughly 16 kilometres from Pohang Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 2 hours 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Pohang Airport (KPO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Pohang Airport is ر.ق. 131. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 262. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Seoul to KPO if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Cheap Seoul to Pohang Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Seoul to Pohang Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Seoul to Pohang Airport (KPO)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Seoul to Pohang Airport (KPO). May is when most people travel to P'ohang. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in February.
Lock in a Seoul to KPO flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in P'ohang to range from 20ºC to 31ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seoul to Pohang Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC and 6ºC.
More about P'ohang
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in P'ohang right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Pohang Airport:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in P'ohang when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Yeongildae Beach followed by 월포해수욕장 and Beopgwangsa.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of P'ohang. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
Around 88 kilometres south of P'ohang, Busan is another favourite stop in South Korea. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.
