Travelling from Tokyo to Gimpo International Airport (GMP): What you need to know
Tokyo is home to a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for booking a flight from Tokyo to Gimpo International Airport (GMP) leaving from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Book a direct Tokyo to Gimpo International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 25 minutes.
Tokyo and Seoul (where Gimpo International Airport is located) share the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch on arrival.
Haneda Airport (HND) to Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is the most popular route. There are 84 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with ANA at 8:05pm. Go for the first HND to GMP departure with JAL at 8:20am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Tokyo to GMP.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Reach your destination without the detour from Haneda Airport (HND). Direct flights from Tokyo to Gimpo International Airport (GMP) can be booked from here.
Leading airlines that have direct flights from Tokyo to Gimpo International Airport leaving from HND include:
JAL is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from HND to GMP.
ANA ranks highest for on-time performance. An exceptional 84.15% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
HND is around 16 kms (10 miles) from central Tokyo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Haneda Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Tokyo to Gimpo International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Haneda Airport's on-time performance, 73.52% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Tokyo to Gimpo International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Narita International Airport and GMP:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Jeju International Airport (CJU)
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
NRT is about 64 kms (40 miles) from central Tokyo. It takes 1 hour or so to reach the terminal when driving from the city centre.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Tokyo to GMP flight? Unwind in a hotel near Narita International Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Narita International Airport has an on-time performance of 70.53%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Consider booking a hotel close to GMP if you have a late flight from Tokyo to Gimpo International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Grab a Gimpo International Airport rental car and discover Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car are well-known companies to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Tokyo to Gimpo International Airport flight.
Getting from Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to central Seoul
Gimpo International Airport is around 10 miles from central Seoul. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
£66 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Gimpo International Airport. A return flight starts at £148. These prices may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Tokyo to GMP, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Tokyo to Gimpo International Airport (GMP). July is the peak month for travel to Seoul. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in April.
Book a Tokyo to GMP plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Seoul to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Gimpo International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Gimpo International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Your Seoul visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that should be on your list include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
You've done Seoul, now it's time to explore other parts of South Korea. Journey about 241 kms (150 miles) south-east to Daegu to check off its leading attractions. From Modern Art Statue to Alive Aquarium Daegu and Jung-gu District, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 153 kms (95 miles) south of Seoul, Daejeon is another essential stop in South Korea. No visit is complete without checking out Temi Park, National Science Museum and Yuseong Hot Springs.