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You can use buses, with convenient access to many points in the city, to reach the city center from Gimhae International Airport, which is located near Busan city in South Korea. Various alternatives such as car rental, metro, taxi and airport shuttle service are available to bring you to the city center from the airport, which provides transportation to and from numerous cities such as Hong Kong, Manila, Taipei, Beijing, Osaka, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok and Shanghai. Although the fastest and practical means of transport are taxis, the fares can be much higher when compared to public transport. Metro and airport shuttles are also quick and convenient alternatives, but the metro can be a bit more exhausting and challenging alternative for passengers who travel long distances with difficult-to-carry luggage.

Bus

InterCity buses, which can be found on the first floor of the domestic terminal of the airport, are the most economical option to take advantage of travelling from the airport to Busan city center. The buses depart from the airport and carry passengers to Okpo, Jangseungpo, Gohyeon, Gwangju, Suncheon and Gwangyang. Some buses, on the other hand, are departing from the first floor of the international terminal of the airport. Bus fares are usually convenient and you can pay it in cash. After arriving by bus from the airport to Busan city center, you can continue by taxi or other alternative means of public transportation. You can travel in the direction of Haeundae by bus 307, which can be accessed from the first floor of the domestic terminal. The fare for the bus is 1,300 won for each passenger and if you use the special cards valid on the buses, you can travel by paying less, i.e.1,200 won.

Limousine Bus

From the interesting transportation options available at Gimhae International Airport in Busan, limousine buses are a great alternative for those who prefer a more convenient and privileged journey when traveling by bus. The fare for limousine buses is higher than the conventional buses; they transport the passengers to the city center for a fee of between 6,000 and 7,000 won. You can travel on routes such as Seomyeon and Haeundae by limousine buses departing from the stop number 2 on the first floor of domestic and international terminals.

Gangseo Buses

Buses that you can use to get to the smaller settlements around the city carry passengers on the Gangseo-11 and Gangseo-13 lines towards Ulman/Gupo Market. Buses, also known as “town bus”, depart from the stop outside of both domestic and international terminals and carry passengers for 1,300 won (if you pay with cash) and for 1,160 (if you use special transportation cards).

Metro

You can reach many places in the city center much more quickly with lines 2 and 3 of Metro which is another means of public transportation that serves in Busan. When traveling by metro with four different lines, you can also transfer to light rail trains at Sasang Station on Line 2 and at Daejeo Station on Line 3, and you can reach more points in the city without difficulty.

Airport Shuttle

When you travel between the terminals of Busan Gimhae International Airport, you can also benefit from airport shuttles that depart directly from the terminals. The shuttles run between 05:50 and 22:40 and depart every ten minutes make it easy for passengers who want to go to a different terminal. The airport shuttle is free for all passengers.

Taxi 

In Busan there are two different categories of taxis: classical and luxury taxis. Classical taxis waiting ready for the passengers at any moment at the exit of the terminal ask for a 20% increased fare for journeys during night time and to out of town. Classical taxis charge 2.800 won for every 2 kilometers. Luxury taxis, on the other hand, charge 5,000 won for every 3 kilometers. It is a good idea to let your drivers know where you want to go before boarding the taxi and to make your decision by getting information about current prices.

If you want to come to Haeundae, where Shilla Hotel is located, with taxis, you will have to pay 25,000 won for classical taxis and 45,000 won for luxury ones for a journey of about 70 minutes. If you are traveling in the direction of Nampo-dong where Jagalchi Market is located, you will have to pay 20,000 won for classical taxis and 36,000 for luxury taxis for a journey of about 60 minutes.

Those who travel in the direction of Gwangalli by taxi should pay 25,000 won for the classical taxi at the end of a journey of about 70 minutes. The luxury taxis would cost 45,000 won for this journey.

Those travelling in the direction of Taejongdae, 80 minutes away, can use the taxi by paying about 28,000 for classical taxis and 50,400 won for luxury ones. If you want to come from the direction of the airport to Seomyeon, where the Lotte Hotel is located, should take into consideration paying up to 18,000 won for classic taxi, and up to 32,400 won for the luxury taxi for a journey of about 45 minutes.

You can come to the terminals of Busan Gimhae International Airport without any difficulties by buses or by transferring to subway and tram lines from different points of Busan city center. If you prefer a slightly more expensive but comfortable means of transportation for your journey to the airport from the city center, you can take advantage of taxi option or one of the limousine buses serving the city. Taxis in Busan usually serve at predetermined rates for certain distances, but you should talk with the taxi driver beforehand and negotiate a bit if necessary to avoid any surprises at the end of the journey.

Bus

There are many bus alternatives that you can take to come to the airport from Busan city center and its vicinity. The InterCity buses departing from points like Okpo, Gohyeon, Jangseungpo, Gwangyang, Gwangju, Suncheon and Gwangyang in the city center directly to the airport are among the fastest and most affordable vehicles available in the city to reach the airport. Bus 307 from Haeundae to the airport is another alternative in Busan for those who prefer public transport. The fare for each passenger is 1,300 won. If you complete your journey using the valid cards in the city, you will have a chance of traveling at reduced fares. For passengers traveling with card, the bus fare is set at 1,200 won. You can learn current route and fare information from the drivers before boarding the bus, and then you can choose your vehicle to come to the center.

Metro

If you do not have a lot of time to get to Busan Gimhae International Airport from the city center, you can also choose the metro which you can travel without waiting in traffic. You should use lines 2 and 3 to travel from the city center to the airport with the metro which transports the passengers in a very short time. Keep in mind that you can change to metro at Sanag Station on Line 2, and at Daejeo Station on Line 3 from light-rail trains. You can easily find and buy the cards needed for the journey with the Metro at the metro stations.

Limousine Bus 

Limousine buses, long vehicles like limousines offering quick access to passengers with more comfortable vehicles, are among the most preferred options for getting to the airport from the city center of Busan. With limousine buses you can travel in the direction of Haeundae or Seomyeon. The fare that you need to pay for these vehicles, which can be considered quite different and interesting for foreign tourists, varies between 6,000 - 7,000 won for each passenger.

Taxi

The taxis that you can find in Busan city center without much effort are divided into two as luxury and classical taxis. Luxury taxis offer more comfort to their passengers, while their fares are higher than the classical ones. Average taxi fares between certain routes in the city have been determined.

For example, the journey from Haeundae to the airport takes about 70 minutes and you are expected to pay an average of 25,000 won for this distance and an average of 45,000 won with the luxury taxis. Please note that if you travel during night hours, a nightly rate up to 20% of the total amount would be added to these fares.

Those who want to come to the airport from Nampo-dong by taxi should pay 20,000 won for classical taxis and 36,000 won for luxury taxis. For those arriving at Busan's international airport from Taejongdae, the fare is 28,000 won for classical taxis and about 55,000 won for luxury taxis.

Airport Information

Gimhae International Airport, one of the largest and busiest airports in South Korea, offers many alternatives to its passengers at domestic and international terminals. Amongst the privileges offered by Gimhae International Airport are the restaurants with their wide and comfortable resting places where you can find many flavors of world cuisine, especially South Korean cuisine, and shops where you can shop from almost innumerable alternatives.

Busan Bank VIP Lounge is located at the domestic terminal, where you can relax while enjoying special treats, delicious snacks at Café Bene, withdraw money and complete your other banking transactions at Korea Exchange Bank.

At the art center located at the airport, you have the opportunity to visit periodical exhibitions and see interesting art works. At the airport, where you can have a cup of coffee at the alternative places like TOM & TOMS COFFEE, there is also a bookshop and a pharmacy. The car rental offices and the open air garden at the airport meet visitors who want to rent a car or get fresh air without leaving the terminal. At the international terminal of Gimhae Airport, you can find duty-free shops and shops that offer a variety of products and souvenir alternatives alongside a large number of restaurants and cafés.