Metro Line 9 connects Gimpo Airport to Nonhyeon and COEX in about 30 minutes. AREX trains also serve Gimpo Airport en route to Seoul Station.
Things to do at Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
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At the airport
Things to do in Gimpo International Airport
Gimpo International Airport in Seoul is South Korea's domestic hub and serves some regional routes to Japan and China. The Metro Line 9 and AREX connect directly to central Seoul in about 20–30 minutes. The airport is close to the Banghwa hill area and Ilsan district, but central Seoul's Hongdae and Mapo neighbourhoods are the primary layover draws.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Gimpo International Airport
- Gimpo primarily handles domestic Korean routes and short-haul international flights to Tokyo (Haneda), Osaka, and Beijing. For long-haul connections, flights likely use Incheon (ICN).
Lounge directory
Browse lounges at GMP
1 Sanctifly partner lounge at Gimpo International Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestSky Hub Lounge
Sky Hub Lounge is conveniently located in the International Terminal within the International Departure area on Level 2, Airside. After you complete the passport control and security check, head to Level 2 and follow the signs toward the departure gates; the airport lounge is situated near gate 35, making it an easy stop before boarding. Whether you’re planning a quick break or a longer wait between flights, this lounge location is ideal for international travel because it’s already inside the secure departures zone and close to the gates. Sky Hub Lounge is open daily from 06:30 to 20:30, so you can plan your airport time with confidence during morning, afternoon, or early evening departures.Book Now
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Unlock airport-specific digital content and reserve VIP lounges using the points included with your plan.
Select the tier that fits your travel habits; higher tiers include more points.
When you book a lounge, you'll receive a unique access code in the app and by email—show this at the lounge to gain access.
You can buy extra points at any time, and rates improve with higher-tier plans.
Membership unlocks airport-specific digital content and the ability to book VIP lounges using points.
Each tier
Liftoff ($25/year)
Explorer ($97/year)
Jetsetter ($220/year)
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provides a different annual points allowance (except Liftoff, which doesn't include points) that refreshes when your subscription renews. You can use your points to reserve lounge access and purchase additional points through the app if you need more.
Higher tiers not only come with more points but also reduce the per-point price when buying extra.
Points are the currency you use in the Liftoff app to book VIP lounge visits. Most plans — Liftoff, Explorer, Jetsetter and Trailblazer — include a points allowance that is deposited into your account whenever your subscription renews. Liftoff does not include points. You spend points to reserve lounges and you can top up your balance at any time through the app. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.
Additional points can be purchased directly in the Sanctifly app from your mobile. All plans allow you to buy more points whenever you need them, and the per-point price decreases on higher-tier plans. Purchased points are added to your account immediately and are non-refundable. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.