Travelling from Osaka to Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Osaka. Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Osaka to Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) jetting off from here.
1 hour 55 minutes is the average duration of a direct Osaka to Seoul Gimpo International Airport flight.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport is located in Seoul. The city's timezone is UTC+9 — the same as Osaka.
The most popular route is from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP), with 66 direct weekly services. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from KIX to GMP is the 10:25am Peach Aviation option. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 8:25pm with Asiana Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Osaka to GMP.
Popular months like April or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
You can find a direct flight from Osaka to Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) leaving from Kansai International Airport (KIX).
At KIX, there's a range of carriers operating direct flights from Osaka to Seoul Gimpo International Airport, such as:
Peach is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from KIX to GMP.
With a dependable 88.43% of services landing on schedule, Korean Air leads the way in punctuality on this route.
KIX is around 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Kansai International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Osaka to Seoul Gimpo International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the flights that depart from Kansai International Airport, 68% touch down on time at their destination.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Osaka to Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) departing Osaka Itami International Airport.
You can get to ITM from central Osaka in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to travel the 18 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Osaka Itami International Airport the day before your Osaka to GMP flight:
Osaka Itami International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure highlights how often flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
ITM is located at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
The journey time to UKB from central Osaka is around 50 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 40 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Osaka to Seoul Gimpo International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Kobe Airport and get to your gate without rushing:
UKB has an on-time performance rate of 85%. This means the majority of its flights arrive at their destination on schedule and your trip runs like clockwork.
Kobe Airport is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Have a late flight from Osaka to Seoul Gimpo International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near GMP and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Seoul Gimpo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car to explore Seoul and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Osaka to Seoul Gimpo International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to central Seoul
From Seoul Gimpo International Airport, central Seoul is around 16 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Rs15,265 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Seoul Gimpo International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs30,595. These fares may change depending on demand.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Osaka to Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP). July is the busiest month to visit Seoul. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in November.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Osaka to GMP plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Osaka to Seoul Gimpo International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging 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. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Osaka to Seoul Gimpo International Airport:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Seoul when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Gyeongbokgung Palace followed by Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
Daegu is just one of the many cities in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've seen Seoul. Around 241 kilometres away to the southeast, its top attractions include Modern Art Statue, Jung-gu District and Alive Aquarium Daegu.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of South Korea, consider Daejeon, roughly 153 kilometres south of Seoul. National Science Museum, Temi Park and Yuseong Hot Springs are key highlights.
