Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

Arriving internationally requires clearing passport control, retrieving checked luggage, and proceeding through customs before entering the public arrivals hall.

• Follow signage toward Immigration upon disembarking the aircraft.
• Present your passport and completed arrival paperwork or electronic authorisation (K-ETA) at passport control.
• Proceed down to the baggage reclaim area to collect checked bags from the designated carousel.
• Pass through customs control; submit a customs declaration form if carrying goods exceeding duty-free allowances.
• Exit into the public International Arrivals Hall on the first floor to access ground transport, currency exchange, and information desks.

• Treno

  AREX Train (All-Stop)

  Direct commuter rail link running from the underground transport hub at the airport directly to Seoul Station.

  Tempo:

  roughly 20-25 minutes to Seoul Station

  Costo tipico:

  typically 1,500-2,000 KRW

• Treno

  Seoul Subway (Line 5 & Line 9)

  Line 5 provides access to central and eastern districts; Line 9 offers express and all-stop services to Yeouido and Gangnam.

  Tempo:

  roughly 30-50 minutes depending on destination

  Costo tipico:

  typically 1,500-2,500 KRW

• Autobus

  Airport Limousine Bus

  Direct buses linking the airport to major regional hubs, hotels, and city districts across metropolitan Seoul.

  Tempo:

  roughly 45-75 minutes depending on traffic

  Costo tipico:

  typically 7,000-18,000 KRW

• Taxi

  Taxi

  Available at designated ranks outside arrivals. Metered fares apply, with surcharges for late-night travel or premium taxis.

  Tempo:

  roughly 30-60 minutes depending on traffic

  Costo tipico:

  typically 25,000-50,000 KRW (standard sedan)

Transferring between the International and Domestic terminals involves a short transit via free shuttle bus or underground walkways.

• Free inter-terminal shuttle buses operate frequently between the International and Domestic terminals.
• Passengers transferring from international to domestic flights must collect all luggage and clear customs before checking in for their domestic flight.
• Allow at least 90 to 120 minutes for international-to-domestic transfers to account for immigration processing and re-checking luggage.

Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout both terminal buildings for all passengers.

• Select the official airport network on your mobile device to connect.
• Connection typically requires accepting terms of use on a portal landing page without mandatory registration.
• SIM card and pocket Wi-Fi rental counters are located in the arrivals areas of both terminals.

Banking, currency exchange, and ATM services are available in both arrivals and departures areas.

• Major Korean bank branches and currency exchange booths operate in the main concourses.
• ATMs accepting international credit and debit cards (marked 'Global ATM') are positioned across both terminals.
• Transportation cards (such as T-money) can be purchased and topped up using cash at airport convenience stores.

Dining choices range from quick-service Korean eateries to international cafes across both terminals.

• Food courts offering traditional Korean dishes are located on the upper levels of both terminals.
• Cafes and bakeries operate in both public landside halls and airside departure zones.
• Convenience stores on the lower levels stock light snacks, drinks, and daily necessities.

Airline lounges and independent paid-entry lounges are located airside in the International Terminal.

• Major domestic carriers maintain lounges for business class passengers and eligible frequent flyers.
• Independent pay-per-use lounges are accessible to international departing passengers subject to availability.
• Lounge facilities typically include seating, light refreshments, Wi-Fi, and flight status displays.

Accommodation options are located in the immediate vicinity of the airport and connected by local transit.

• While there is no transit hotel inside the secure airside area, hotel options exist adjacent to the airport complex.
• Major international hotels are located one stop away via the subway or within a short taxi ride.
• Hotel reservation assistance desks are located in the public arrivals concourse.

Baggage storage, left luggage, and packing services are situated in the landside public areas.

• Left-luggage counters offer short-term and long-term storage services for a daily fee.
• Luggage wrapping services are available in the landside departure halls.
• Trolleys are provided free of charge throughout baggage reclaim and terminal check-in zones.

Baby care facilities and nursing rooms are provided throughout both terminal buildings.

• Nursery rooms equipped with changing tables, sinks, and private feeding areas are located in landside and airside zones.
• Children's play areas are situated within the airside departure concourses.
• Strollers can be requested at main information desks for use within the public areas of the terminals.

• Currency exchange counters
• Global ATMs
• SIM card and Wi-Fi rental desks
• Left luggage and storage
• Information counters
• Nursery and baby care rooms
• Pharmacies
• Convenience stores

Numero di emergenza locale: 112 (Police), 119 (Fire / Ambulance)

• Contact airport information desks or security personnel for immediate local assistance inside the terminal.
• An airport medical centre operates within the terminal complex for non-emergency and first-aid medical care.
• For lost passports, contact your nation's embassy in Seoul; airport police can assist in filing initial loss reports.

• Controlla la validità del passaporto e qualsiasi visto, ETA o dichiarazione di ingresso richiesta.
• Conferma il terminal di partenza sulla tua carta d'imbarco il giorno prima.
• Attiva una eSIM da viaggio per essere online appena atterri.
• Scarica mappe offline e fai uno screenshot dell'indirizzo del tuo hotel e del riferimento della prenotazione.
• Comunica alla tua banca che sei in viaggio e porta con te una carta di pagamento di riserva.
• Salva il numero di emergenza locale e il contatto della tua ambasciata nel telefono.
• Fotografa il passaporto e memorizza la copia in un luogo accessibile offline.
• Controlla la franchigia bagaglio e gli articoli soggetti a restrizioni per la tua destinazione.

Le operazioni aeroportuali cambiano. Conferma sempre terminal, tariffe e orari con le fonti ufficiali qui sotto prima di viaggiare.

• Gimpo International Airport Official WebsiteFonte ufficiale dell'aeroporto
• Korea Immigration ServiceFonte governativa
• Korea Customs ServiceFonte governativa
• Seoul MetroFonte ufficiale dei trasporti
• AREX Airport RailroadFonte ufficiale dei trasporti
• National Fire Agency (119 Emergency)Fonte governativa