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Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport

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Approximate Flight Duration

1 hour 40 min

Approximate Travel Distance

866 Km
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Cheapest Seoul to Shanghai Flight Tickets

Shanghai Airlines
7 Jan, Tue
08:50 PM
Seoul - Shanghai
Non-stop
2h 5m
GMP-SHA
3.754 TL
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Spring Airlines
31 Dec, Tue
05:40 PM
Seoul - Shanghai
Non-stop
2h 15m
ICN-PVG
4.685 TL
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China Eastern Airlines
28 Jan, Tue
08:50 PM
Seoul - Shanghai
Non-stop
1h 55m
GMP-SHA
4.686 TL
China Eastern Airlines
China Eastern Airlines
6 Jan, Mon
08:50 PM
Seoul - Shanghai
Non-stop
2h 5m
GMP-SHA
4.746 TL
China Eastern Airlines
China Eastern Airlines
5 Jan, Sun
08:55 AM
Seoul - Shanghai
Non-stop
2h 15m
ICN-PVG
4.957 TL
China Eastern Airlines
Asiana Airlines
12 Jan, Sun
09:05 AM
Seoul - Shanghai
Non-stop
2h
ICN-PVG
5.315 TL
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Transportation to Airport from Seoul City Center

Gimpo International Airport

Gimpo International Airport is located 15 km from the city center and used to be the primary international airport serving the city. However it was replaced in 2001 by Incheon International Airport, which is now the city’s primary international airport. Gimpo International Airport is still of significant use, having handled over 23 million passengers in 2015. The airport is accessible by taxi, bus, metro and rental car.

Taxi

Taxis are a convenient and reliable transportation alternative and in Seoul they are even more comfortable since they are all highly qualified and equipped with the latest technology. Taking a taxi to Gimpo International Airport from the city center is very easy. You can have the hotel you are staying at help arrange a taxi for you. Since the airport is located only 15 km away, taking a taxi is a very quick transportation alternative. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the airport from the city center by taxi.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to Gimpo International Airport is by bus. Buses are accessible from every part of the city and provide affordable transportation to the airport. The airport’s close proximity to the city center makes taking the bus a viable option because the total trip won’t take very long.  

Metro

Taking the metro to the airport from the city is the most popular transportation alternative because the metro can bypass traffic and is an affordable method of transportation. The metro offers easy and quick access to the airport. Metro lines 9 and 5 run to Gimpo International Airport. Both lines run through the city, stopping at various stations on the way, and connect to other major metro lines in the city. For more detailed information on the metro lines and routes please visit Gimpo International Airport’s website.

Rental Car

Gimpo International Airport is also accessible by rental car. There are various rental car companies located throughout the city where you can rent a car that meets your various specifications. Renting a car to get to the airport is both a comfortable and quick transportation alternative.

Airport Information

Gimpo International Airport serves the city of Seoul, the capital of South Korea. Located 15 km from the Central District of Seoul, the airport used to act as the primary international airport for the city until it was replaced by Incheon International Airport. Nevertheless Gimpo International Airport is still a major airport serving the city and the country as a whole. Gimpo International Airport connects Seoul with other cities in the country and the entire world. Each year the airport welcomes more and more passengers and offers those passengers more and more services, continuing to improve and further develop itself. Gimpo International Airport contains 2 passenger terminal buildings, operating both domestic and international air travel. The airport also contains an expansive parking area with short-term and long-term parking options.

Gimpo International Airport provides passengers with various services to ensure their needs are met. The international terminal features services like information counters, meeting rooms, Woori Bank, a pharmacy, baby care rooms, and more. In addition the terminal building contains eating and drinking venues, stores where passengers can go shopping, and passenger lounges. Places where passengers can get a bite to eat, something to drink, go shopping, or relax include Zoo Coffee, Dunkin Donuts, Paris Baguette, Cafe Tiamo, Lotte Duty Free Shop, Duty Free Center, 7-Eleven, The Shilla Duty Free, Books & Gift, French Kiss, Cafe de Specialtea’s, Festival and Sky Lounge.  

The airport’s domestic terminal contains services like rental car offices, meeting rooms, a lost and found, Shinhan Bank, Woori Bank, postal services, internet rooms, VIP rooms, a pharmacy, and baby care rooms. The terminal building contains eating and drinking venues and stores such as Food O Clock, Airport Bookstore, Shoeshine Corner, Lotteria, Steff Hotdog, Osaka Kitchen, e-biz Snack, Dunkin Donuts, Bizeun, 7-Eleven, Angel in us Coffee, Damchaewon, Phobay and Heelak.


Incheon International Airport

Incheon International Airport is the primary international airport serving the city of Seoul. The airport handles a significantly large amount of passenger traffic, making it the busiest and largest airport in the country. The airport is accessible by different forms of transportation including taxi, bus, train, and rental cars.

Taxi

Taxis are a very convenient and reliable transportation alternative to get to Incheon International Airport from the city center. However, taxis are an expensive option. Taxis are available from every part of the city; you can also ask the hotel you are staying at to help arrange a taxi for you.

Bus

City buses in Seoul are very comfortable and advanced. Taking the bus to Incheon International Airport from the city center is both convenient and affordable. There are many different bus routes that run throughout the city and numerous bus lines that run to the airport. The bus line that you need to take will vary depending on your location in the city.

Train

Taking the train to Incheon International Airport is a very convenient and fast transportation alternative. The Korea Train Express high speed trains provide quick transportation to the airport. Passengers can board these trains from many cities including Daejeon, Daegu, Busan, Mokpo and Yeusu. These high-speed trains take 2 ½ minutes to reach the airport from the closest station on the route and take 20 minutes to reach the airport from the furthest station on the route.

Rental Car

Another transportation alternative to get to Incheon International Airport is by rental car. Renting a car ensures a comfortable and reliable ride to the airport. There are various rental car companies that have offices located in the city. You can have the hotel you are staying at help arrange a rental car for you or book your vehicle in advance by making a reservation online.

Airport Information

Located 48 km west of the city center, Incheon International Airport is the city’s primary international airport. Incheon International Airport is also one of the largest airports in the entire world. The airport handles a significant amount of passenger traffic, serving both domestic and international flights. The airport covers a large space, offering passenger services out of 1 main terminal building. The main passenger terminal is actually so large that it is the biggest terminal by area in the country. A second passenger terminal is to open in the future.

The terminal building features services and amenities to ensure passengers’ needs are met. Some basic passenger services include Wi-Fi, a business center, ATMs, lounges, smoking areas, a pharmacy, health center, postal services, restaurants, cafes, bars, stores, hairdresser, changing rooms, and prayer rooms.

The airport also contains branches of various banks for passengers’ monetary needs, including Woori Bank, Korea Exchange Bank, and Shinhan Bank. Incheon International Airport also offers passengers various spa services where they can relax and rejuvenate before or after their flight.

Places where passengers can go shopping include Bottega Veneta, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada, Tiffany&Co, Omega, Tumi, Bvlgari, Cartier, Boutique, Longchamp, Salvatore Ferragamo, Burberry, Tory Burch, MCM, Hermes, Shinsegae, Skin Food, The Shilla, City Plus, SM Duty Free, Innisfree, Etude House, Accessories, Polham, Leather, Ak Plaza, Samsonite, Harley Davidson, Sandy Cast, The Bang, ParkSsiSangBang, Marieant, Floport Flower, and The Olive Young.

Venues where you can get a bite to eat or something to drink include Quiznos Sub, Taco Bell, Food On Air Snack, Weeny Beeny, Bee Chen Hiang, Goraesa, Robot Gimbap, Mos Burger, Osung Shake, Croissant Taiyaki, Lina’s, Burger Hunter, Burger King, Steff Hotdogs, K-Street Food, Sonsoo Gimbap, Banjoo, Bon Pi Yang, Bon Juk, Cheiljemyunso, Bibigo, Omellet Kitchen, Mozzaluna, Omuto Tomato Dining, Bennigans, Xingkai, Streat, Vips Express and Sanuki Bore.

Transportation to Shanghai City Center from Airport

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport

Shanghai is the most populated city in China, which is the most populated country in the world. With a population of about 20 million, Shanghai is home to the world’s busiest cargo port, which attracts millions of industrialists, businessmen, and investors to the city every year. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located 13 km from the city center, in the Changning district, and handled about 40 million passengers in 2014. The airport is the city’s main domestic airport, serving few international flights to nearby areas.  

Rail

The Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station is located right next to Terminal 2 at the airport. The station features 2 major lines that run through it, connecting the city with the airport in a very convenient way. Passengers who want to get to the city center from the airport by train need to take Line 2 or Line 10, which take about 19 to 22 minutes to get to the city center.

Airport Bus

Due to its close proximity to the city center accessing Hongqiao Airport by road is very convenient, except during rush hour. To get to the city center from the airport you can use bus line 941 during the day. Bus line 941 provides transportation to the central train station. If you land at night you have to use night bus 316 to get to the city center.

Taxi

The airport is located 13 km from People’s Square in the city center. Therefore most passengers prefer to take a taxi from the airport to the city. The total time can vary depending on the traffic but on average it takes about 30 minutes to get to the city center. Taxis are located by exit number 4 at Terminal 2.  

Rental Car

The fact that the airport is located in such close proximity to the city center and many other areas makes renting a car an attractive alternative. The rental car offices are located in Terminal 2. To get to the city from the airport go south on Hongyu Road and connect to the G50 Expressway, which goes east. This will connect you to the Yan’an Road, which goes directly to the People’s Square, passing by Shanghai Museum and Shanghai Times Square.


Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport

Located 30 km from the city center, Pudong International Airport is the city’s main international airport. The airport is located in the Pudong district and is an important international hub for Air China.

Rail

Shanghai is an important city in terms of tourism and trade and it features an advanced rail network that continues to evolve. The rail system is an important transportation alternative, providing access to the People’s Square, which is located in the city center, the train station, and the World Trade Center.

You can get to the city center by taking the Maglev train from the airport to Longyang Station. From here transfer to metro line 2, which will take you to the city center. During certain times of the year metro line 2 will extend all the way to the airport, making direct access between the city center and the airport a possibility. Using the rail system you can get to the city center in about an hour and a half.

Bus

Buses aren’t a very popular method of transportation to the city center when you take the changing traffic conditions into consideration. However, buses are a viable transportation alternative if you’re traveling to coastal towns and the surrounding areas. Buses to the city center from the airport can take up to 2 hours. The S1 Yingbin bus is the most commonly used; the bus has a total of 4 stops before reaching the main train station.

Taxi

Taxis are not the most preferred method of transportation due to the heavy traffic conditions in the city. English is not widely spoken in the city so we recommend that you have the name of your destination written down in Chinese handy. Taxis take about 40 minutes to get to the city center; this can vary depending on the traffic.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another alternative to get to the city center from the airport. There are various rental car companies located in the arrivals terminal at the airport. To get to the city center from the airport take Huaxia expressway to the North-South expressway. This will take you over the Huangpu River to People’s Square, and over Wusong River to the main train station.

Weather in Shanghai

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