Flying from Melbourne to Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP): What you need to know
Seoul Gimpo International Airport is located in Seoul. The city runs on the UTC+9 timezone and is two hours behind Melbourne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Melbourne to GMP.
Travelling during a peak time like December? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Whether you're eager to visit a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to GMP.
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Seoul Gimpo International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
68% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can arrive at AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Unwind before your Melbourne to GMP flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them landing on schedule.
About Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Book a hotel close to GMP if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Seoul Gimpo International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Seoul Gimpo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car to explore Seoul and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around one week before your Melbourne to Seoul Gimpo International Airport flight.
Getting from Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to central Seoul
Seoul Gimpo International Airport is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
At the moment, $466 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Seoul Gimpo International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $782. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to GMP, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. November is the quietest month to visit Seoul. July is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to GMP plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Seoul Gimpo International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Seoul Gimpo International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Seoul when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your itinerary at Gyeongbokgung Palace followed by Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
You've seen Seoul, now it's time to discover other corners of South Korea. Journey around 241 kilometres southeast to Daegu to tick off its top sights. From Modern Art Statue to Jung-gu District and Alive Aquarium Daegu, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in South Korea, head for Daejeon, roughly 153 kilometres south of Seoul. National Science Museum, Temi Park and Yuseong Hot Springs are among its highlights.