Travelling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Gimhae International Airport (PUS): what you need to know
Busan is 16 hours ahead of Seattle and observes the UTC+9 timezone.
To ensure you catch your SEA to PUS flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Gimhae International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between SEA and PUS:
Incheon International Airport
Narita International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
$615 is the lowest price for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Gimhae International Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,653. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from SEA to PUS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Gimhae International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that depart SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Seattle to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SEA? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Gimhae International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
If you have a late Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Gimhae International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near PUS:
Hit the road running by picking up a Gimhae International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from With Rental Car Headquarters, Hi Rent A Car or HI RENT A CAR and explore beyond Busan's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Gimhae International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to central Busan
Gimhae International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Busan. How long it takes to get to the centre by ride-share or cab depends on the time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
The quietest month for a flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Gimhae International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Busan based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Gimhae International Airport for August if you want to visit Busan during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SEA to PUS around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Korea
You've visited Busan, now it's time to discover more of South Korea. Journey around 322 kilometres north-west to Seoul to check off its top sights. From Gyeongbokgung Palace to Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Incheon is another favourite destination in South Korea and is around 354 kilometres north-west of Busan. No trip is complete without experiencing Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.