Travelling from Seoul to Hualien Airport (HUN): What you need to know
The timezone in Hualien is UTC+8, which is one hour behind Seoul. Hualien Airport is located in Hualien.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Seoul to HUN. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Whether you'd like to visit another city along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Seoul to HUN.
ICN is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Seoul Incheon International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Seoul to Hualien Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to Seoul Incheon International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Break up your flight from Seoul to Hualien Airport with a stop at Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH). One of the main stopovers between Seoul Gimpo International Airport and HUN, it's a great opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
You can arrive at GMP from central Seoul in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Seoul Gimpo International Airport the day before your Seoul to HUN flight:
Seoul Gimpo International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights out of here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Hualien Airport (HUN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seoul to Hualien Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near HUN:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Seoul to Hualien Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Hualien Airport (HUN) to central Hualien
Hualien Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Hualien. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Hualien Airport (HUN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Hualien Airport is Rs34,106. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs68,177. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Seoul to HUN, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Seoul to Hualien Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Find a cheap flight from Seoul to Hualien Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Seoul to Hualien Airport (HUN)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Hualien. January is when most people book flights from Seoul to Hualien Airport (HUN), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a Seoul to HUN plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Hualien to range from 22ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Seoul to Hualien Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 20ºC.
More about Hualien
Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Hualien Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hualien:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Liyu Lake, Pine Garden and Orion Waterfall are must-visits when exploring Hualien.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei is just one of the many cities in Taiwan waiting to be explored after you've experienced Hualien. Around 113 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Taipei 101 Observatory, Taipei 101 and Shilin Night Market.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Taiwan, consider Tainan, about 177 kilometres southwest of Hualien. Chi Mei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Fort are the start of reasons to visit.
