Travelling from Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Gimpo International Airport to Kansai International Airport.
Seoul and Osaka follow the same timezone, UTC+9.
Every week, there are 54 Gimpo International Airport to Kansai International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as early as possible, jump on the 08:10 Asiana Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 17:50 with Asiana Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to make your GMP to KIX flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Gimpo International Airport to Kansai International Airport. When you're ready to start your Osaka adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of Japan:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Jeju Air.
Korean Air is the most punctual carrier that operates GMP to KIX flights. An impressive 90.0% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Gimpo International Airport to Kansai International Airport. These are the top stopovers between GMP and KIX:
Gimhae International Airport
Jeju International Airport
Haneda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Currently, $86 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Gimpo International Airport to Kansai International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $194. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book five months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from GMP to KIX.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Gimpo International Airport to Kansai International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from GMP to KIX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Gimpo International Airport to Kansai International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Of all flights leaving Gimpo International Airport, 75.94% land on schedule at their destination.
The journey from central Seoul to Gimpo International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near GMP. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Gimpo International Airport to Kansai International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Gimpo International Airport to Kansai International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Kansai International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and see more of Osaka and beyond.
Give yourself a better shot at securing the best possible rate by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Kansai International Airport several weeks in advance is a wise move.
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Kansai International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Osaka. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Gimpo International Airport to Kansai International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Osaka based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Gimpo International Airport to Kansai International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from GMP to KIX in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC on average.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Japan you should also see. Around 386 kilometres east of Osaka, a trip to Yokohama will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka, Nagoya is another favourite stop in Japan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.