Flying from Seoul to Sacheon Airport (HIN): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Seoul's main airports, Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Check out your options for booking a flight from Seoul to Sacheon Airport (HIN) jetting off from either of these.
Seoul and Jinju (where Sacheon Airport is located) share the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.
To ensure you catch your flight from Seoul to HIN, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From central Seoul, ICN is around 48 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Incheon International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seoul to Sacheon Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Incheon International Airport's on-time performance, 54.5% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Catching a flight out of Gimpo International Airport (GMP)? Direct Seoul to Sacheon Airport (HIN) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
Jin Air offers direct flights from Seoul to HIN out of GMP. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination in a single stretch.
Jin Air takes the lead in bookings on the GMP to HIN route.
Among the carriers operating flights between Gimpo International Airport and Sacheon Airport, Jin Air has the best on-time performance.
The distance from Seoul's city centre to GMP is about 16 kilometres. Take into account transport options and potential delays when planning the fastest route to the airport.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Seoul to HIN flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport:
Gimpo International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75.94%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Sacheon Airport (HIN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seoul to Sacheon Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near HIN:
Getting from Sacheon Airport (HIN) to central Jinju
Sacheon Airport to the centre of Jinju is about 13 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Sacheon Airport (HIN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Sacheon Airport is P2,471. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P5,106. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To snap up cheap flights from Seoul to HIN, book your ticket 11 months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap Seoul to Sacheon Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Sacheon Airport (HIN)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Seoul to Sacheon Airport (HIN). August is the peak month for travel to Jinju. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in April.
Book a Seoul to HIN plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Jinju to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seoul to Sacheon Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Jinju
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Jinju right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Seoul to Sacheon Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Jinjuseong, Jinju Park and Seojangdae are essential stops on your Jinju itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is just one of the many cities in South Korea waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Jinju. Around 290 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
If there's time to check out another major destination in South Korea, head for Daejeon, about 153 kilometres north-west of Jinju. Temi Park, National Science Museum and Yuseong Hot Springs are key highlights.