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Approximate Flight Duration

8 hour 20 min

Approximate Travel Distance

6764 Km

Transportation to Airport from Seoul City Center

Gimpo International Airport

Gimpo International Airport is located 15 km from the city center and used to be the primary international airport serving the city. However it was replaced in 2001 by Incheon International Airport, which is now the city’s primary international airport. Gimpo International Airport is still of significant use, having handled over 23 million passengers in 2015. The airport is accessible by taxi, bus, metro and rental car.

Taxi

Taxis are a convenient and reliable transportation alternative and in Seoul they are even more comfortable since they are all highly qualified and equipped with the latest technology. Taking a taxi to Gimpo International Airport from the city center is very easy. You can have the hotel you are staying at help arrange a taxi for you. Since the airport is located only 15 km away, taking a taxi is a very quick transportation alternative. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the airport from the city center by taxi.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to Gimpo International Airport is by bus. Buses are accessible from every part of the city and provide affordable transportation to the airport. The airport’s close proximity to the city center makes taking the bus a viable option because the total trip won’t take very long.  

Metro

Taking the metro to the airport from the city is the most popular transportation alternative because the metro can bypass traffic and is an affordable method of transportation. The metro offers easy and quick access to the airport. Metro lines 9 and 5 run to Gimpo International Airport. Both lines run through the city, stopping at various stations on the way, and connect to other major metro lines in the city. For more detailed information on the metro lines and routes please visit Gimpo International Airport’s website.

Rental Car

Gimpo International Airport is also accessible by rental car. There are various rental car companies located throughout the city where you can rent a car that meets your various specifications. Renting a car to get to the airport is both a comfortable and quick transportation alternative.

Airport Information

Gimpo International Airport serves the city of Seoul, the capital of South Korea. Located 15 km from the Central District of Seoul, the airport used to act as the primary international airport for the city until it was replaced by Incheon International Airport. Nevertheless Gimpo International Airport is still a major airport serving the city and the country as a whole. Gimpo International Airport connects Seoul with other cities in the country and the entire world. Each year the airport welcomes more and more passengers and offers those passengers more and more services, continuing to improve and further develop itself. Gimpo International Airport contains 2 passenger terminal buildings, operating both domestic and international air travel. The airport also contains an expansive parking area with short-term and long-term parking options.

Gimpo International Airport provides passengers with various services to ensure their needs are met. The international terminal features services like information counters, meeting rooms, Woori Bank, a pharmacy, baby care rooms, and more. In addition the terminal building contains eating and drinking venues, stores where passengers can go shopping, and passenger lounges. Places where passengers can get a bite to eat, something to drink, go shopping, or relax include Zoo Coffee, Dunkin Donuts, Paris Baguette, Cafe Tiamo, Lotte Duty Free Shop, Duty Free Center, 7-Eleven, The Shilla Duty Free, Books & Gift, French Kiss, Cafe de Specialtea’s, Festival and Sky Lounge.  

The airport’s domestic terminal contains services like rental car offices, meeting rooms, a lost and found, Shinhan Bank, Woori Bank, postal services, internet rooms, VIP rooms, a pharmacy, and baby care rooms. The terminal building contains eating and drinking venues and stores such as Food O Clock, Airport Bookstore, Shoeshine Corner, Lotteria, Steff Hotdog, Osaka Kitchen, e-biz Snack, Dunkin Donuts, Bizeun, 7-Eleven, Angel in us Coffee, Damchaewon, Phobay and Heelak.


Incheon International Airport

Incheon International Airport is the primary international airport serving the city of Seoul. The airport handles a significantly large amount of passenger traffic, making it the busiest and largest airport in the country. The airport is accessible by different forms of transportation including taxi, bus, train, and rental cars.

Taxi

Taxis are a very convenient and reliable transportation alternative to get to Incheon International Airport from the city center. However, taxis are an expensive option. Taxis are available from every part of the city; you can also ask the hotel you are staying at to help arrange a taxi for you.

Bus

City buses in Seoul are very comfortable and advanced. Taking the bus to Incheon International Airport from the city center is both convenient and affordable. There are many different bus routes that run throughout the city and numerous bus lines that run to the airport. The bus line that you need to take will vary depending on your location in the city.

Train

Taking the train to Incheon International Airport is a very convenient and fast transportation alternative. The Korea Train Express high speed trains provide quick transportation to the airport. Passengers can board these trains from many cities including Daejeon, Daegu, Busan, Mokpo and Yeusu. These high-speed trains take 2 ½ minutes to reach the airport from the closest station on the route and take 20 minutes to reach the airport from the furthest station on the route.

Rental Car

Another transportation alternative to get to Incheon International Airport is by rental car. Renting a car ensures a comfortable and reliable ride to the airport. There are various rental car companies that have offices located in the city. You can have the hotel you are staying at help arrange a rental car for you or book your vehicle in advance by making a reservation online.

Airport Information

Located 48 km west of the city center, Incheon International Airport is the city’s primary international airport. Incheon International Airport is also one of the largest airports in the entire world. The airport handles a significant amount of passenger traffic, serving both domestic and international flights. The airport covers a large space, offering passenger services out of 1 main terminal building. The main passenger terminal is actually so large that it is the biggest terminal by area in the country. A second passenger terminal is to open in the future.

The terminal building features services and amenities to ensure passengers’ needs are met. Some basic passenger services include Wi-Fi, a business center, ATMs, lounges, smoking areas, a pharmacy, health center, postal services, restaurants, cafes, bars, stores, hairdresser, changing rooms, and prayer rooms.

The airport also contains branches of various banks for passengers’ monetary needs, including Woori Bank, Korea Exchange Bank, and Shinhan Bank. Incheon International Airport also offers passengers various spa services where they can relax and rejuvenate before or after their flight.

Places where passengers can go shopping include Bottega Veneta, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada, Tiffany&Co, Omega, Tumi, Bvlgari, Cartier, Boutique, Longchamp, Salvatore Ferragamo, Burberry, Tory Burch, MCM, Hermes, Shinsegae, Skin Food, The Shilla, City Plus, SM Duty Free, Innisfree, Etude House, Accessories, Polham, Leather, Ak Plaza, Samsonite, Harley Davidson, Sandy Cast, The Bang, ParkSsiSangBang, Marieant, Floport Flower, and The Olive Young.

Venues where you can get a bite to eat or something to drink include Quiznos Sub, Taco Bell, Food On Air Snack, Weeny Beeny, Bee Chen Hiang, Goraesa, Robot Gimbap, Mos Burger, Osung Shake, Croissant Taiyaki, Lina’s, Burger Hunter, Burger King, Steff Hotdogs, K-Street Food, Sonsoo Gimbap, Banjoo, Bon Pi Yang, Bon Juk, Cheiljemyunso, Bibigo, Omellet Kitchen, Mozzaluna, Omuto Tomato Dining, Bennigans, Xingkai, Streat, Vips Express and Sanuki Bore.

Transportation to Sharjah City Center from Airport

Sharjah Intl. Airport

Sharjah International Airport, connecting Dubai with other centers in the world, is about 15 kilometers away from the city center. While there are means of public transports that you can benefit in this route, these vehicles do not operate frequently. If you want to go to Sharjah or Dubai from the airport, the best option would be to take a taxi. You can find a taxi 24 hours a day at the airport. If you are planning to spend a few days or more in the city, you can also opt for renting a car as an alternative to the taxis. Almost all of the major international car rental companies serve passengers at the airport. Getting to the center of Dubai from Sharjah International Airport takes an average of 20-30 minutes. If you will get on the road in the city at a time when traffic is heavy, you should not forget it will take you a bit longer than this.

Car Rental

You can rent a car 24 hours a day, seven days a week from companies such as Hertz, Budget, Maximum, Sixt, Europcar, Dollar and AVIS which serve at Sharjah International Airport. If you would like to rent a car from Hertz, you can contact the company at 06-552-8290 and get information. If you prefer to rent your car from Budget, you can call the rental office at 06-558-0366 for more detailed information and reserve your car. If you wish your car to be ready at the airport close to the city center of Dubai when you land, you can also call companies like Sixt at 06-558-0310, Europcar at 06-558-1322 and Dollar Rent A Car at 06-336-5065.

Bus

You can also take the bus from the airport to the get to the city center of Sharjah or Dubai. But you have to keep in mid that it is not possible to take a bust to go to Dubai from the airport late at night. If you need to get to Sharjah and your flight is not too late, you can take advantage of buses departing every 15 minutes. Although they are not practical and fast, buses stand out with their advantages in terms of price. As a more economical and alternative method, you can also take the bus to the city center and continue by taxi to the hotel or to other places you want to reach in the city.

Taxi

Passengers landing to Dubai's Sharjah International Airport mostly prefer taxis to get to the center of Dubai or Sharjah . At the airport there is a 24-hour taxi service every day of the week. You can continue your trip to the city center by taking one of these taxis as soon as you exit the terminal, without having to search for any different vehicles. All the taxis in Dubai have taximeters. Thanks to these devices, you can travel without worrying about the amount you will pay. The opening fare of the taxis at the airport is usually more than the ones in the center. On the other hand, the average fare for the journey from the airport to the city center would cost around 30-40 USD.

Private Airport Shuttle

If you need to travel from the airport to the center of the city with a few people or more crowded groups, one of the best vehicles you can choose without a doubt is the private airport shuttles. Many companies in the city offer this service. The fares of these shuttles vary according to the distance traveled and the number of passengers. You can reach your hotel or other important points in the center of Dubai with these private shuttles. If you reserve one of these vehicles and pay in advance of your arrival, you can benefit from these at more reasonable prices and you can find your shuttle ready at the terminal at the time of your arrival.

Luxury Transfer Vehicles

If you want to travel from Sharjah International Airport to the city center with a much more luxurious and comfortable vehicle, you can choose limousines that are preferred mostly by those visiting the city for business purposes. The limousines that pick up their passengers from the departure gates of Sharjah Airport take them to the center very quickly compared to other vehicles. This is also why limousines offer a great advantage for passengers who want to save time.

Weather in Sharjah

DayMin - Max
FridayMin 18ºC - Max 26ºC
SaturdayMin 18ºC - Max 27ºC
SundayMin 17ºC - Max 26ºC
MondayMin 19ºC - Max 25ºC
TuesdayMin 19ºC - Max 25ºC

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