Flying from Phoenix to Gimhae International Airport (PUS): What you need to know
Phoenix's main base, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Phoenix to Gimhae International Airport (PUS).
The timezone in Busan is UTC+9, which is 16 hours ahead of Phoenix. Gimhae International Airport is located in Busan.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Phoenix to PUS.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix to Gimhae International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
You can reach PHX from central Phoenix in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Phoenix to PUS flight? Relax in a hotel near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Most flights that depart Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport touch down at their destination right on cue. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 82.57%.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Heading to AZA from the centre of Phoenix? The airport is located around 56 kilometres away, and getting there takes roughly 40 minutes by car.
Make catching an early Phoenix to Gimhae International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and get to your departure gate without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights land as expected. At AZA, that figure is 78.65%.
You'll find Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Have a late flight from Phoenix to Gimhae International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near PUS and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Travel at your own speed with a Gimhae International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from With Rental Car Headquarters, Hi Rent A Car or HI RENT A CAR and see more of Busan and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Phoenix to Gimhae International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to central Busan
Gimhae International Airport to central Busan is around 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
At the moment, 538 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Gimhae International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 873 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Phoenix to PUS. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Phoenix to Gimhae International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Busan. August is when most people book flights from Phoenix to Gimhae International Airport (PUS), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Lock in a Phoenix to PUS plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Busan to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Gimhae International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Busan
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Gimhae International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Busan:
Gamcheon Culture Village and Haeundae Beach are a couple of top attractions to add to your Busan to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.
Explore more of South Korea
Daejeon is just one of the many cities in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've seen Busan. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Temi Park, National Science Museum and Yuseong Hot Springs.
Gwangju is another well-known destination in South Korea and is around 193 kilometres west of Busan. No journey is complete without dropping by World Cup Stadium, Gwangju K-POP Star Road feat. BTS J-Hope Hope world and Gwangju Biennale.