Seoul to Gangneung flights
Gangneung lies 168 km (104 mi) east of Seoul, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 58 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Seoul | Gangneung | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Korea | South Korea |
| Population | 10.3 million | 208,161 |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 77 m (253 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) |
| Nearest large airport | GMP, 17 km out | YNY, 39 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Seoul
Seoul is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Incheon International Airport (ICN, 48 km), Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46) (WJU, 88 km).
Arriving in Gangneung
Gangneung is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Yangyang International Airport (YNY), 39 km (24 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,202 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46) (WJU, 88 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yangyang International Airport | YNY | 39 km (24 mi) | 8,202 ft | 241 ft |
| Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46) (regional) | WJU | 88 km (55 mi) | 9,000 ft | 329 ft |
Book a flight to Gangneung
Our airline partner is activating live fares for this site; the search below opens the moment that is done. Hotels can be booked now.
Flights are sold here by AirOrSeaTravel through our booking partner, Nuitée, which takes the payment; the ticket is issued by the airline. How this works.
Staying in Gangneung
Live rooms and prices for Gangneung are in the search below.
Book a hotel in Gangneung
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Gangneung from Seoul?
168 km (104 mi) in a straight line, east of Seoul.
How long does it take to get from Seoul to Gangneung by air?
About 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Seoul and Gangneung?
No, both are on Asia/Seoul at the moment.
Which airports are used for Seoul to Gangneung flights?
Typically Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to Yangyang International Airport (YNY); Gangneung also has WJU.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.