Travelling from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Seoul: what you need to know
Gold Coast Airport is located in Gold Coast. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is one hour behind Gold Coast.
For a relaxed start to your OOL to Seoul flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from OOL to Seoul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Gold Coast, OOL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Seoul? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near OOL:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Gold Coast Airport, 74.82% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Seoul
Rs75,521 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Seoul flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is Rs139,257. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from OOL to Seoul. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Gold Coast Airport to Seoul throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is around 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Book a hotel close to ICN if you have a late flight from Gold Coast Airport to Seoul. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and find adventure across Seoul and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from OOL to Seoul.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in central Seoul (or just want to explore straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Look for any visitor information desks to help direct you after disembarking your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Seoul.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your OOL to Seoul flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Gimpo International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from GMP one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
Plan your trip to Seoul during high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Gold Coast Airport to Seoul in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Gold Coast Airport to Seoul flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OOL to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Seoul right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Seoul:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are top attractions which should be on every Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Seoul. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Around 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul, Daegu is another favourite stop in South Korea. Experience major highlights starting with Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park.
