Travelling from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
Seoul is one hour behind Gold Coast and observes the UTC+9 timezone.
Your OOL to ICN flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Gold Coast Airport to Incheon International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between OOL and ICN:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Ngurah Rai International Airport
Auckland Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
$357 is the lowest price for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $701. These fares may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from OOL to ICN, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Gold Coast Airport to Incheon International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from OOL to ICN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Gold Coast Airport to Incheon International Airport.
Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
74.82% of flights that depart Gold Coast Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Gold Coast to Gold Coast Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to OOL? If you've booked an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Incheon International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Gold Coast Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and explore beyond Seoul's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Incheon International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
The centre of Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport. How long it takes to get there by car will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Incheon International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Seoul. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Incheon International Airport for August if you want to visit Seoul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OOL to ICN in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Seoul. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Around 56 kilometres west of Seoul, Incheon is another essential stop in South Korea. Start your sightseeing at Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.