Travelling from Daegu Airport (TAE) to Jeju Airport (CJU): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Daegu Airport to Jeju Airport.
Jeju's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Daegu.
Take your pick of 79 weekly Daegu Airport to Jeju Airport flights. The 06:15 departure with T'Way Air is the earliest flight you can take. T'Way Air operates the last service of the day at 20:10.
Give yourself enough time to catch your TAE to CJU flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
There are plenty of direct flights from Daegu Airport to Jeju Airport, so getting to Jeju (and then seeing more of South Korea!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to travel with Jin Air on this route.
Korean Air is a leader in on-time performance for TAE to CJU flights, with 81.18% of its services landing on schedule.
Handy information about Daegu Airport (TAE)
Daegu Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart TAE arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach Daegu Airport from central Daegu, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near TAE? If you're boarding an early flight from Daegu Airport to Jeju Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Jeju Airport (CJU)
Reserve a hotel near CJU if you're taking a late Daegu Airport to Jeju Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Jeju Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rainbow rental, TamRa or 패밀리렌트카 and explore beyond Jeju's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Jeju Airport about three weeks ahead.
When to fly to Jeju Airport (CJU)
April is the busiest month for flights from Daegu Airport to Jeju Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Jeju in March.
When reserving your flight from Daegu Airport to Jeju Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Jeju, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from TAE to CJU sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be explored after you've seen Jeju. Around 451 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in South Korea, consider Busan, about 306 kilometres north-east of Jeju. Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge are among its highlights.
