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Transportation in Korea

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Transportation in Korea

01Buses

There are city buses, distance buses, and express buses. To use distance buses and express buses, you will need to buy tickets in advance. Check the time of departure and the destination before getting on a bus.

(1)City Buses

Using City Buses
  • Use a transportation card or pay cash when you ride a bus.
  • You can buy a transportation card at subway stations or stores around bus stops. Traffic cards can be recharged in cash amounts in units of KRW 1,000, ranging from KRW 1,000 to KRW 50,000.
    • At present, credit cards can also serve the function of a deferred payment transportation card.
  • AH Fares are discounted if you use the transportation card. A discounted transfer fare will apply when you transfer to a bus or the subway.
Fares and Characteristics of Urban Buses
Fares and Characteristics of Urban Buses
Type Transportation Card Cash
General bus 1,500 won 1,500 won
Wide area bus 3,000 won 3,000 won
Town bus 1,200 won 1,200 won
  • The table above reflects fares in Seoul; fares may vary by region. Please refer to the traffic information websites of your local city and borough office.
Useful Information
Urban Buses of Seoul
  • Ganseon Bus (Rapid inter-regional travel)
    Ganseon Bus (Rapid inter-regional travel):
    Connects the suburban areas and the Seoul downtown areas by traveling in the central bus lanes.
  • Jiseon Bus (Linking main routes)
    Jiseon Bus (Linking main routes):
    Connects major subway stations and bus terminals in the Seoul downtown areas.
  • Gwangyeok Bus (Rapid transportation between metropolitan areas)
    Gwangyeok Bus (Rapid transportation between metropolitan areas):
    Connects the Seoul downtown areas and neighboring cities for commuters.
  • Sunhwan Bus (Circular line transportation)
    Sunhwan Bus (Circular line transportation):
    Travels the Seoul downtown areas and stops at major railway stations, commercial districts, tourist destinations and shopping destinations
  • Town shuttle bus
    Town shuttle bus:
    Small bus that travels between the local railroad station, red bus transfer stations, apartment complex, and other key areas.
  • M Bus (red express buses)
    M Bus (red express buses):
    To solve the issue of traffic congestion in the Seoul Metropolitan Area and provide a better experience for commuters, M Buses stop only at four stops within a 5km range of the place of departure and the place of destination.
Transfer System (Apply your card to the card reader when getting on and off a bus or a subway.)

The transfer system is applied to all areas where subways and transit vehicles are operated. The discount program is applied when transferring between buses, or from a bus to a subway or vice versa. Fare payments made in cash are not eligible for transfer discounts. If you use a transportation card, you will be able to take advantage of the transfer system, and will not be charged any extra fare within 10 km of the total distance, when you transfer to other transportation vehicles, such as the bus or subway. However, you must pay an additional 100 won for every 5km over 10km. Discount fares differ by region.
To make the advantage of the transfer system applied, get on other means of transportation within 30 minutes after getting off (within 1 hour between 9 pm and 7 am of the next day).

(2)Intercity Buses and Express Buses

How to Use the Bus
  • You can board the buses listed below at bus terminals to visit cities in other regions.
  • Intercity buses will stop at several cities on a route and will involve a longer travel time than express buses.
  • Express buses have a single destination, and consist of Economy, Excellent, and Premium Gold classes. The Excellent express bus is comfortable with extra wide spaces between seats. The Premium Gold express bus has large seating areas and tables, and TV monitors are equipped for all the seats so passengers can enjoy various contents including TV shows and movies. Prices for the Premium Gold are the highest and the Economy the lowest.
City Bus Terminals

To use inter-city buses or express buses, passengers should visit local bus terminals. For information about bus schedules and reserving a bus ticket, please visit the KOBUS website (www.kobus.co.kr) or the inter-city bus information and reservation service (txbus.t-money.co.kr).

City Bus Terminals
Bus Terminal Contact Bus Terminal Contact
Seoul Express Bus Terminal Gyeongbu Line 1688-4700 West Daegu Express Bus Terminal 1666-2600
Dong Seoul Bus Terminal 1688-5979 Ulsan Express Bus Terminal 1688-7797
Central City Terminal Honam Line 02-6282-0114 Gangneung Express Bus Terminal 033-641-3184
Sangbong Intercity Bus Terminal 02-323-5885 Sokcho Express Bus Terminal 033-631-3181
Seoul Nambu Bus Terminal 1688-0540 Chuncheon Express Bus Terminal 033-256-1571
Suwon Bus Terminal 1688-5455 Cheongju Bus Terminal 1688-4321
Incheon Bus Terminal 1666-7114 Mokpo Bus Terminal 1544-6886
Ansan Bus Terminal 1666-1837 Jeonju Express Bus Terminal 063-277-1572
Uijeongbu Bus Terminal 1688-0314 Gwangju Bus Terminal 062-360-8114
Daejeon Bus Terminal 1577-2259 9 Yeosu Intercity Bus Terminal 1666-6977
Cheonan Bus Terminal 041-640-6400 Busan Bus Terminal 1577-9956
Dongdaegu Bus Terminal 1666-3700 Masan Intercity Bus Terminal 1688-3110

02Subways

There are subways operating in the capital area, Busan, Daegu, Gwangju, Daejeon, and Seoul. In capital area, there are currently a total of 9 subway lines, Incheon Line 1~2, Bundang Line, Sinbundang Line, Gyeongui-Jungang Line, and the Airpot Railroad, etc. in operation. Seoul subway lines are differentiated by color. All stations, including stations located at the farthest outskirts of Seoul, stations in satellite cities, and many transfer stations that intersect different lines, are marked on subway maps with symbols.
Normally, subways run at 2-3 minute intervals during rush hour in the mornings and evenings, and 4-6 minute intervals at other times.

(1)Subway Tickets and Fares

Subway Tickets and Fares
Classification Transportation Card (rechargeable) Transportation Card (one-time)
Adult KRW 1,400 Transportation card fare + KRW 100
Youth KRW 800 Regular one-time fare
Child KRW 500 Same as Transportation card
  • The table reflects fares charged for traveling less than 10km within the capital area; use and fees may vary by region. Please refer to the website of your local subway operation institution for more information.

(2)How to Use the Subway

  • 1,250 KRW for 1 trip (1-way ticket for a distance of less than 10 km), additional fee applied depending on the distance
  • Subway trains run every 2-10 minutes and operate from 5:30 a.m. to midnight.
  • There are several subway lines, and the map is easily visible at various locations in the subway station. You can also obtain a pocket-sized map at the Korea Subway Information Center or the subway office.
  • Transfer fares are applied in all subway areas if you pay using a transportation card. Discounts vary depending on the region of travel.
  • Fares may be paid with cash, but cash fares are not eligible for transfer discounts. For this reason, it is highly recommended that you purchase a transportation card. You can use cash to add money to your card balance at the bus station ticket office or by using the transportation card recharger machine at any subway station.
Useful Information
Automatic Ticket Issuance Machine
  1. 1Select one of the following: transportation card prepayment, one time use ticket issuance, or free ticket issuance
  2. 2Select the destination to calculate the fare.
  3. 3Press the number of tickets desired.
  4. 4Insert your money.
  • To buy a one-time ticket, you must pay both the fare and a small deposit for the ticket (refundable once you reach your destination). You can get your deposit back by using the deposit return machine after getting off the train. The deposit amount and one-time ticket may differ by region.
  • Automatic Ticket Issuance Machine
    < Automatic Ticket Issuance Machine >
Nursing Rooms

Major subway and train stations including Seoul, Busan, Daegu, Incheon, Gwangju, Daejeon, etc. are equipped with nursing rooms, in names such as ‘Baby love room,’ or ‘Happy room for babies and mothers.’

  • For details, please refer to websites for regional subway stations and korail.

(3)Subway Map

For information on the first trains, last trains, stations, operation schedule and the shortest routes, please visit the websites of the local subway operators mentioned in the following section.

03Taxis

Taxis are available 24 hours. They can be easily distinguished from regular cars by the signs on top of the car roof. You can get a taxi at a taxi stand, or hail one on the street by waving your hand. An additional fee (usually 1,000 won) is charged on top of the regular fare if you use a call-taxi. There are various call-taxi companies that operate in each region in Korea.

(1)Regular Taxis

A regular taxi can carry a maximum of 3-4 passengers. Rates are calculated by a taximeter that is visible on the console in the front of the taxi. The base rate differs by region, but it is usually KRW 4,800 in Seoul for initial 1.6km. An additional 20% charge applies for late-night taxi rides (00:00-04:00).
(As of April 2024)

  • Regular Taxis

(2)Deluxe Taxis

Deluxe taxis have engine displacements of over 2,000 cc; most are black in color and operate around the capital area. Deluxe taxis are much more expensive than regular taxis, with KRW 7,000 (up to 3km in Seoul) as a base rate. However, no additional fare is charged for latenight or long-distance rides

  • Deluxe Taxis

(3)Van Taxis

These taxis are big enough to carry up to 9 people and can be very convenient when you have a lot of baggage. Every van is equipped with a radio, allowing you to call for pick up. Although the base rate is KRW 7,000, similar to that of a luxury taxi, the fee may be negotiated between the driver and the passenger.

  • Van Taxis

04Passenger Vehicles

Passenger vehicles are cars owned by individual households.
There are diverse types of passenger vehicles, ranging from small cars to large cars. The prices range from millions of won to tens of millions of won.

How to Get a Driver's License

Procedure to obtain a driver’s license is as follows:

  1. 1Transportation Safety Education: The Transportation Safety Education Center of the driver's license examin ation center or locations designated as transportation safety education organizations (institutions) operate the transportation safety education program.
  2. 2Physical checkup (fee is charged separately)
  3. 3Application for Written Test
Application for Written Test
Required documents Service charge
Application form (Three passport-size color photos taken within the past 6 months), identification card
(acceptable ID cards) 		KRW 10,000
(KRW 8,000 for motorcycles)
  1. 4Written test (※transportation safety education must be completed before submitting an application for the written test): the test is a total of 40 questions.
  • Supported languages: Korean plus three foreign languages (English, Chinese, Vietnamese)
  1. 5Application for Practical l Test: Candidates who have passed the written test or candidates who have previously failed the practical test are qualified to take the exam.
Application for Practical l Test
Required documents Service charge
Application, resident registration card
(or other acceptable ID cards)
  • Agent's identification card, applicant's identification card, and a power of attorney letter if using an agent
  • Class 1 Regular & Class 2 Regular: KRW 25,000
  • Class 1 Large & Class 1 Special: KRW 25,000
  • Motorcycle: KRW 10,000
  • Class 2 Small: KRW 14,000
  1. 6⑥ Practical test: During the test, candidates must complete various driving courses within the premises of the driver's license examination center.
  2. 7Issuance of a learner’s permit: When applying for Class 1 Regular or Class 2 Regular, a learner's permit is issued to the candidates who have successfully passed the practical test, so that they can practice driving on the road.
  3. 8Application for a field driving test: After completing the field driving practice on the road, a learner’s permit holder can submit an application for a field driving test.
  4. 9Field driving test (final test): Candidates take the field driving test at the test center on the test date that is determined upon submitting their application for the field driving test.
  5. 10Issuance of a driver’s license: If a candidate passes the final field driving test, he/she is issued a driver’s license (Class 1 Large, Class 1 Regular, Class 1 Special, Class 2 Regular, Class 2 Small, Class 2 Motorcycle).
Exchanging a foreign license for a Korean license

A holder of a driver's license issued by an authoritative institution abroad may exchange the license for a Korean driver’s license. Once its authenticity is confirmed through the submitted documents, including embassy confirmation, the holder is required to take an aptitude test or an aptitude test plus a screening test to complete the exchange. The validity of the foreign license is recognized only for a full license whose expiration date has not yet passed. Temporary licenses, learner's permits, provisional licenses, probationary licenses, driving permits, and driving certificates may not be exchanged for a Korean license.

  • Location: Driver's license test centers nationwide. Foreign license must be issued from one of the “recognized nations for Korean licenses.”
  • List of recognized nations announced by the National Police Agency on November 22, 2023
  • What is a “recognized nation” for a Korean driver’s license?
    A “recognized nation” is a nation that exchanges a Korean license with a local license without additional tests. Regions with independent licensing system, such as Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Guam, are included in this category of nations.
    • License issued by recognized nation for Korean license: aptitude test (physical test)
    • License issued by a non-recognized country for a Korean driver’s license: aptitude test and screening test (multiple choice, 40 questions) Available in Korean, English, Chinese and Vietnamese
      • States of Oregon and Idaho, USA fall under a recognized country, but residents of these states are required to take the tests.
  • Required documents
Required documents
Classification Recognized Nation Unrecognized Nation
Foreigners, Overseas citizens
  • Original copy of foreign driver's license
  • Original copy of passport: Passports in which applicant’s entry and departure dates can be confirmed
  • Original copy of alien registration card (Original copy of a resident registration report of overseas Koreans)
  • 3 copies of colored photo taken within past 6 months (Standard photo size)
  • License confirmation document from embassy or an Apostille certification
  • Certificates of entry and departure (from the date of birth to the current date)
  • Service Charge KRW 8,000
  • Original copy of foreign driver's license
  • Original copy of passport: Passports in which applicant’s entry and departure dates can be confirmed
  • Original copy of alien registration card (Original copy of a resident registration report of overseas Koreans)
  • Three of colored photo taken within past 6 months (Standard photo size)
  • License confirmation document from embassy or an Apostille certification
  • Certificates of entry and departure (from the date of birth to the current date)
  • Service Charge KRW 18,000 (physical examination separate)
Required documents
Classification Recognized Nation Unrecognized Nation
Korean natives, permanent residents
  • Original copy of foreign driver's license
  • Original passport: Confirming a stay of 90 days or more at the country where the foreign license was issued by the immigration stamps in the passport
  • Original resident registration card (including resident registration report of overseas Koreans)
  • 3 copies of colored photo taken within past 6 months
  • License confirmation document from embassy or an Apostille certification
  • Certificates of entry and departure (from the date of birth to the current date)
  • Service Charge KRW 8,000 (physical examination separate)
  • Original copy of foreign driver's license
  • Original passport: Confirming a stay of 90 days or more at the country where the foreign license was issued by the immigration stamps in the passport
  • Original resident registration card (including resident registration report of overseas Koreans)
  • 3 copies of colored photo taken within past 6 months
  • License confirmation document from embassy or an Apostille certification
  • Certificates of entry and departure (from the date of birth to the current date)
  • Service Charge KRW 18,000 (physical examination separate)
  • Embassy confirmation of the license or an Apostille certification: Certificate issued in Korean or English from the respective nation's embassy in Korea or the Korean embassy in the respective nation to verify the authenticity of the foreign license, or a certificate in Korean or English from a Apostille country (country of origin)
    • The embassy confirmation of the license or an Apostille certification is valid for 1 year from the date of issuance. If the expiration date appears on the confirmation, and less than 1 year remains before such, the stated expiration date is applied.
    • If the embassy confirmation states that it is ‘not a certificate for authenticity,’ exchange is not allowed.
    • When exchanging a Canadian license, both ‘certificate of driving experience issued by the Canadian government’ and the ‘embassy confirmation’ must be submitted.
    • The U.S. Embassy in Korea/British Embassy/Korean Consulate General in Hong Kong/Finland Embassy/Austria have ceased to issue embassy validations/confirmations for driver's licenses, so an apostille confirmation must be submitted for a driver's license.
  • If the dates of issuance and expiration do not appear on the driver's license certification, the administrative institution that issued the license must submit documents that can verify the date of issuance and expiration date, such as "certificate of driving experience.”
  • Certificate of Entry and Passport: The entry/exit stamps on the certificate of entry/exit and the passport must confirm that the applicant has resided in the license-issuing country for 90 days or more, and that the applicant was residing there on the date of issuance of the foreign license.
  • If the passport or certificate of entry/exit cannot be used to verify that the period of stay exceeded 90 days, a certificate of attendance (employment), tax invoices, etc., can be used to prove the period of stay. Verification based on documents under another person’s name will not be accepted.
  • Short-term residents of 90 days or less who have not registered as resident aliens cannot exchange their foreign licenses for domestic licenses (excluding those who are exempt from alien registration).
  • A “native” refers to a person who is registered as a resident under Article 6 of the Residents Registration Law.
  • License issued at the exchange
    • The license issued in exchange for a foreign license is limited to Korea's Class 2 regular license.
    • A license issued from countries with different regulations under the mutual recognition agreement (Belgium, Poland, Spain, and Italy) may be exchanged for the license of the same respective class.
  • Others: No proxy receipt (Regions with independent license systems such as Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Guam are included in this category of nations.)
  • Note: If the Korean license has been revoked in the past, the applicant must receive 6 hours of traffic safety education (if the license was revoked due to the expired date for an aptitude test, the license holder is exempted from the safety education).
International licenses
International licenses
Category Contents
Requirements
  • In the case of applying in-person: Provide a passport (copy accepted), driver's license, 1 passport size photo taken within the past 6 months (3.5x4.5cm, only photos for passport accepted)
  • In the case of applying via an agent: Bring the applicant's ID (original), 1 passport-size photo taken within the past 6 months (3.5x4.5cm, only passport-size photos accepted), agent's identification (original), proof of power of proxy
    • If the agent is staying overseas, an entry verification certificate must be submitted as well.
  • In the case of Koreans with a Korean passport, a passport (copy) can be omitted by giving consent to the use of Public Information Sharing
  • Information on the issue of an international driver’s license for the holder of a Korean driver's license with foreign nationality
  • Documents required: A passport, driver's license, alien registration card or a certificate of Domestic Residence Register, 1 passport-size photo taken within the past 6 months (3.5x4.5cm, only passport-sized photos accepted)
Location Driver's license test centers and police stations nationwide
Expiration date 1 year from the date of issuance
Fee KRW 8,500
Caution
  • Even if the international license is still valid (the expiration date has not yet passed), it may be deemed ineffective after 1 year of entry into the respective country under the contents of the international agreements or relevant laws of the respective country. When driving with an international license, the holder must also have his/her Korean license and passport.
  • In most countries, including the United States, driving with an international license but without a Korean license and passport is punishable as unlicensed driving. Therefore, be sure to have all 3 (international driving permit, Korean license, and passport) in your possession when driving.
  • In addition, countries such as the USA and Canada may have different ranges of International driver’s license depending on the traffic laws of the state. Please make sure through the embassy if the international driver’s license is valid in the state you are visiting.
  • If the English spelling of the name on the international driving permit is different from the name on the passport, or if the signature on the international driving permit is different from the signature on the passport, the international driving permit is considered invalid.
  • During the suspension period of the Korean license, a person cannot drive in Korea with the international driving permit issued by a foreign country. (Reference: Clause 3, Article 96 of the Road Traffic Act)
  • The form of license recognized in Korea is 'International Driving Permit'; thus the 'International Driving License' cannot be used.
  • Korea is a member of the Geneva Convention. Therefore, a person can drive in Korea for up to 1 year from entry with a valid international license issued by another nation of the Geneva Convention, in principle. As of January 1, 2002, however, Korea also allows driving with a valid international license issued by members of the Vienna Convention; the same validity period applies.
    • Driving permitted in member nations of the Geneva Convention using the international driving permit issued in Korea (Vietnam excluded)
    • Driving permitted in Korea using the international driving permit issued by member nations of the Geneva and Vienna Conventions
      • Although China is not a member of the Geneva or Vienna Convention, China's "one country, two systems” policy allows recognition of the international driving permits issued in Hong Kong, which has been returned from Britain (July 1, 1997), and Macau, which has been returned from Portugal (December 20, 1999). Therefore, a holder of these permits may drive in Korea.
      • Depending on separate treaties and agreements, it is also possible to drive with an international driver's license in Vietnam and Taiwan, but be sure to refer to the international driver's license information at the embassy or the 'Safe Driving Integrated Civil Petition' for information on how to use it and types of driving allowed.
IC driver’s license
What is an IC driver’s license?
  • 이미지텍스트
    An actual driver’s license equipped with the function of issuing a mobile driver’s license.
  • 이미지텍스트
    It can be discerned from the standard driver’s license with the icon of a mobile ID at the bottom of license photo.
IC운전면허증 : 항목, 내용을 포함한 표입니다.
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Application venue
  • Apply by visiting the national driver's license test center or police station
  • Apply via the Safe Driving Integrated Civil Petition Center of the Road Transport Corporation (However, if the above test center and police stations are designated as a desired receiving location)
Requirements
  • Driver’s license (if Driver’s license is lost, ID card is required.)
    • Mobile driver’s license acceptable if the applicant personally applies.
    • However, when applying for an onsite issuance, a license photo is not suitable for a mobile driver’s license, so an application for re-issuance may be required. In this case, 1 passport-sized photo (3.5X4.5cm) taken within the past 6 months must be submitted (2 sheets in the case of aptitude test or renewal)
Fees KRW 21,000 when applying for an aptitude test / KRW 15,000 when applying for a renewal, reissue, or new issuance
Other
  • As for a mobile driver’s license, more than two mobile phones cannot be used in tandem.
  • As for a smartphone change, the deletion of the mobile ID app, change of an actual driver’s license, and expiration of a mobile driver’s license (3 years) to use the mobile driver’s license, a re-issuance with an IC driver’s license or application for onsite issuance is required.
Mobile driver’s license
What is an onsite issuance of a mobile driver’s license?
  • 이미지텍스트
    A method of getting a mobile driver’s license without changing the actual driver’s license.
  • 이미지텍스트
    Apply by visiting a driver’s license test center and get a mobile driver’s license.
모바일면허증 : 항목, 내용을 포함한 표입니다.
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Application Venue
  • Seoul Seobu Drivers License Test Center & Daejeon Drivers License Test Center
Requirements
  • Driver’s license (if Driver’s license is lost, ID card is required.)
    • Mobile driver’s license acceptable if the applicant personally applies.
    • However, when applying for an onsite issuance, a license photo is not suitable for a mobile driver’s license, so an application for re-issuance may be required. In this case, 1 passport-sized photo (3.5X4.5cm) taken within the past 6 months must be submitted (2 sheets in the case of aptitude test or renewal)
Fees KRW 1,000
  • However, when applying for an onsite issuance exclusively, a license photo is not suitable for a mobile driver’s license, so an application for re-issuance may be required. In this case, fees can be imposed due to additional services required
Other
  • As for a mobile driver’s license, more than two mobile phones cannot be used at the same time
  • As for a smartphone change, the deletion of the mobile ID app, change of an actual driver’s license, and expiration of a mobile driver’s license (3 years) to use the mobile driver’s license, a re-issuance with an IC driver’s license or application for onsite issuance is required.
Example of Korean driver’s license
  • Example of Korean driver’s license
Example of international driver’s license
  • Example of international driver’s license
For more information, visit the Road Traffic Authority website (www.koroad.or.kr) or call (☎1577-1120).

05Trains

Trains are very fast and run between almost all major cities in Korea. They also are well connected to buses and subways, enabling you to reach your final destination with ease. Korean trains include KTX (Korea Train Express), SRT(Super Rapid Train), Saemaeul, and Mugunghwa.

(1) How to purchase tickets

You can make a reservation for train tickets online (www.letskorail.com) or using an app called Korail Talk. You can also purchase tickets at a ticket office or via an automatic ticket vending machine at the train station. Reservations can be made online 24 hours a day anywhere from 1 month before the train's departure. When boarding a train, a passenger must have a designated ticket (SRT can be booked at etk.srail.co.kr).

(2)About KTX and SRT

KTX and SRT are safe, comfortable, and environmentally-friendly modes of transportation that allows you to travel anywhere in Korea within 2 hours. They have two types of seats: regular and special. The trains have convenient facilities including bathrooms, nursing rooms, and snack vending machines along with Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Useful Information
  • KTX routes (Gyeongbu Line, Honam Line, Gyeongjeon Line, Jeolla Line, and Gangneung Line) can be checked from the Train Station Info menu of the Let’s Korail homepage (www.letskorail.com) or from downloading the application 'Korail Talk.’
  • SRT routes (Gyeongbu Line and Honam Line) can be checked from the 'User Guide>Train Station Information>Route Information’ at 'SR (etk.srail.co.kr)' homepage.

06Airlines

Traveling by air saves time when traveling long distances, but is more expensive compared to other forms of transportation. Some of the major domestic routes in Korea include Seoul -Busan, Seoul -Jeju, Seoul-Ulsan, Seoul- Gwangju, Seoul-Sacheon, and Seoul-Yeosu. Tickets can be purchased at airline offices or travel agencies by phone or the internet.

(1)International Airports

International Airports
Name of Airport Contact Website
Incheon International Airport 1577-2600 www.airport.kr
Gimpo International Airport 1661-2626
(Korea Airports Corporation)		 www.airport.co.kr/gimpo/index.do
Gimhae International Airport www.airport.co.kr/gimhae/main.do
Daegu International Airport www.airport.co.kr/daegu/index.do
Muan International Airport www.airport.co.kr/muan/index.do
Yangyang International Airport www.airport.co.kr/yangyang/index.do
Jeju International Airport www.airport.co.kr/jeju/index.do
Cheongju International Airport www.airport.co.kr/cheongju/index.do

(2)Domestic Airports

Domestic Airports
Name of Airport Contact Website
Gunsan Airport 1661-2626
(Korea Airports Corporation)		 www.airport.co.kr/gunsan/main.do
Gwangju Airport www.airport.co.kr/gwangju/main.do
Sacheon Airport www.airport.co.kr/sacheon/main.do
Yeosu Airport www.airport.co.kr/yeosu/main.do
Ulsan Airport www.airport.co.kr/ulsan/main.do
Wonju Airport www.airport.co.kr/wonju/main.do
Pohang Gyeongju Airport www.airport.co.kr/pohang/main.do

(3)Major Airlines Contact Numbers

Major Airlines Contact Numbers
Country Airlines Phone Number Country Airlines Phone Number
Taiwan China Airlines 02-317-8888 Japan ANA 02-757-1711
South Korea Korean Air 1588-2001 Japan All Nippon Airways (ANA) 02-2096-5500
South Korea Asiana Airlines 1588-8000 China Juneyao Airlines 051-463-0093
South Korea Air Busan 1666-3060 China (Hong Kong) Cathay Dragon Airline 1644-8003
South Korea Eastar Jet 1544-0080 China Air China 02-774-6886
South Korea Jeju Air 1599-1500 China China Southern Airlines 1899-5539
South Korea Jin Air 1600-6200 China China Eastern Airlines 1661-2600
South Korea T'way Airlines 1688-8686 China Shanghai Airlines 1661-2600
Laos Lao Airlines 02-6357-0808 Cambodia Sky Angkor Airlines 02-752-2633
Russia Yakutia Airlines 02-335-6944 Thailand Thai Airways 02-3707-0114
Mongolia Mongolian Airlines 02-756-9761 Philippines Cebu Pacific 02-6105-2037
Vietnam Vietnam Airlines 02-757-8920 Philippines Philippine Airlines 1544-1717
Japan Peach Aviation 02-2023-6764 Vietnam Vietjet Air 02-319-4560
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