Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Gimpo International Airport (GMP): what you need to know
Seoul is 13 hours ahead of New York and observes the UTC+9 timezone.
Your JFK to GMP flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Gimpo International Airport. Many passengers pass through Haneda Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Currently, 492 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Gimpo International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 1.022 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from JFK to GMP, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Gimpo International Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from JFK to GMP.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Gimpo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Of the flights that depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to John F. Kennedy International Airport from central New York, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near JFK. Whether you've booked an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Gimpo International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're landing on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Gimpo International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near GMP:
Travel at your own pace with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and chase adventure across Seoul and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Gimpo International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to central Seoul
Gimpo International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it takes to get there in a cab or ride-share depends on the time of day, so do some research before your trip.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
July is the most popular month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Gimpo International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Seoul in April.
Lock in your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Gimpo International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Seoul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JFK to GMP in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Korea just waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a visit to Busan will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Around 56 kilometres west of Seoul, Incheon is another essential stop in South Korea. Experience major highlights starting with Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.