Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
History, Facts and Overview

(Seoul, Republic Of Korea)

In the 1990s, the already established Gimpo International Airport was finding it difficult to cope with increasing traffic and so the need for a new airport arose. In 2001, Incheon International Airport was completed, after around eight years on construction work.

This state-of-the-art airport opened to great acclaim and the international traffic from Gimpo moved here. Passenger levels have already exceeded expectations and so therefore, the second phase of construction began, sooner than originally planned. Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) was designed to accommodate the Airbus A380 double-decker passenger plane, which will significantly contribute further to overall demand.


Facilities at Seoul Incheon International Airport are comprehensive and offer plenty to keep even the weariest of travellers occupied. With over 40 different stores onsite, shopping is a definite highlight and the most popular outlets include Duty Free Korea, the AEKYUNG Department Store, Family Mart, the Shinsege Department Store and the Korea Landscape Market.

Those looking for something to eat will also find plenty of choice. Noodles are a firm favourite at Seoul Incheon Airport and the Chang-tuh noodle bar is always busy, while other options within the main food court area include Korean beef dishes at the Byeok-Je Galbi and Bong Hee restaurants. For banking needs, the onsite Woori Bank offers a range of financial services.

Conference facilities at Incheon International Airport (ICN) suit the needs of business travellers flying into and out of Seoul. Both the Diners Club International and Paradise Business Centre offer a comprehensive range of services, including videoconferencing, while all the terminals feature Internet access. The Landside Information and Communication Centre features two travel lounges and free Internet usage for up to 30 minutes.