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Gimpo International Airport

Gimpo International Airport is an international and domestic airport in western Seoul, Gangseo-gu. Connected by AREX and Line 9 and buses, departure, arrival, transfer, and duty-free traffic converge 24 hours.

History & background

It began as an airfield in 1939 and opened as Gimpo International Airport in 1971. AREX (2007) and Line 9 (2018) greatly improved access; it is a domestic and short/medium-haul international hub with very high foot traffic.

Why it's famous

Domestic and international passengers, duty-free, restaurants, and transfer demand converge. Real-time population stays among the highest at departure/arrival peaks and during year-end and vacation seasons.

Transport & access

AREX, Subway Line 9 Gimpo International Airport Station. Limousine, city bus, express bus. On foot and shuttle within terminal.