Travelling from Itami Airport (ITM) to Seoul: what you need to know
Osaka (the location of Itami Airport) and Seoul share the same timezone — UTC+9.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from ITM to Seoul. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from ITM to Seoul with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
To travel to South Korea for tourism purposes, you'll need an ETA if you hold a passport from Japan. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Itami Airport to Seoul.
Central Osaka to ITM is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 18 minutes to reach there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch an early flight from Itami Airport to Seoul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to ITM:
How to find the cheapest flights from Itami Airport (ITM) to Seoul
$177 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Itami Airport to Seoul. Return flights start at $347. These fares may change based on availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ITM to Seoul. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Itami Airport to Seoul across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Itami Airport to Seoul.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is approximately 48 kilometres from central Seoul. The time it takes to reach the centre by car rental or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research beforehand.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 44 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Itami Airport to Seoul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Central Seoul is roughly 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Step off your flight from Itami Airport to Seoul and then look for any airport signs that'll help you get to the centre.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour and 3 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near GMP. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from ITM to Seoul at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Itami Airport to Seoul. July is the most popular month for a trip to Seoul. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Itami Airport to Seoul in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from ITM to Seoul in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Seoul
Once you've booked your flight from Itami Airport to Seoul, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are major attractions which should feature on every Seoul itinerary.
Complete your Seoul trip with a car rental
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