Getting to and from Seoul

Incheon International Airport (ICN) is considered the Republic of Korea’s gateway due to its status as the largest airport in the country and its role in connecting most major international routes. Located approximately 60 kilometres from Seoul, you can reach the city using the Airport Railroad Express (AREX), Seoul Subway, airport limousine buses, or taxis. Seoul's city airport is Gimpo International Airport (GMP), just 25 kilometres from the city centre.

Airport

Delegates are responsible for organising their own travel to and from Seoul. The main airport for the country is Incheon International Airport. Taxis can be quite costly, so we recommend taking the Airport Limousine bus. You can also take the AREX directly to Seoul Station.

Airport Limousine bus

No. 6001 airport bus, which departs from the Incheon Airport runs approximately every 18 minutes. It takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes from Incheon Airport Terminal 1 to reach the Official Hotel, Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotel & Residences, and about 1 hour and 40 minutes from Terminal 2. You can find information about Incheon Airport shuttle buses here.

Train – Subway/Public Transportation

You can reach Seoul Station from all terminals at Incheon Airport - follow the Airport Railroad signs to the train platforms. Use the automated ticket vending machines near the AREX platforms at ICN Terminal 1 and ICN Terminal 2. The train journey to Seoul Station takes about 50 minutes from the airport. From Seoul Station, you can reach the official hotel (Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotel & Residences) by taxi or subway. A taxi ride takes about 20 minutes. Alternatively, you can take subway line 4, which also takes approximately 20 minutes.

Taxi

You will find taxis waiting outside the terminal when you arrive at Incheon International Airport. The taxis at the airport don’t use specific colors. Most taxis accept credit cards. If you have difficulty explaining your destination in English, we recommend utilising a translator application on your smart device, to assist. Taxi fares depend on distance and traffic conditions.