Travelling from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) to Seoul: what you need to know
Seoul is 14 hours ahead of Winnipeg, where Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport is located. Seoul operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from YWG to Seoul. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you have a passport from Canada, you'll need an ETA to visit South Korea. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Seoul for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before you fly.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Winnipeg, YWG can be reached in about 17 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near YWG? If you're catching an early flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Seoul, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) to Seoul
$660 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Seoul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,208. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from YWG to Seoul, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to the centre of Seoul is around 48 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may change based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 44 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Seoul. Book one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in Seoul's centre (or just can't wait to start exploring), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Keep an eye out for any visitor information kiosks to help direct you after hopping off your flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Seoul.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from YWG to Seoul:
Best time to go to Seoul
July is the busiest month for flights from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Seoul. To avoid the crowds, visit Seoul in April when it's quieter.
When booking your flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Seoul, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from YWG to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
After locking in your flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Seoul, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Seoul.
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