Non-stop flights from Gwangju (KWJ)
Gwangju Airport (IATA: KWJ, ICAO: RKJJ), also known as Gwangju Airport, is a small airport in South Korea with domestic flights only.
At present, there are 2 domestic flights from Gwangju.
The longest flight from Gwangju KWJ is a 104 mile (167 km) non-stop route to Seoul GMP. This direct flight takes around 1 hour and is operated by Asiana Airlines.
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Airlines flying from Gwangju Popular destinations from Gwangju Popular destinations with a stopover Business Class flights International flights Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQAirlines flying from Gwangju
In total there are 4 airlines flying from and to Gwangju. These carriers are:
Popular destinations from Gwangju
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Gwangju, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Gwangju that require a stopover:
Business class flights from Gwangju
There are 2 airports that have flights from Gwangju in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights from KWJ are listed below:
International flights from Gwangju
Currently there are no international flights departing from Gwangju. To get from Gwangju to another country you will need a flight with a stopover, for example through Jeju City or Seoul.
Domestic flights from Gwangju
Flights from Gwangju to South Korea
There are 2 airports in South Korea that have non-stop domestic flights from Gwangju.
From Gwangju to Jeju City there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are Asiana Airlines (Star Alliance), Jeju Air, Jin Air and Korean Air (SkyTeam).
The only airline with direct flights to Seoul is Asiana Airlines (Star Alliance).
Alternative airports near Gwangju
Below you can find a list of alternative airports to Gwangju (KWJ). The nearest airports to Gwangju (KWJ) are Muan (MWX) and Yeosu (RSU).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Gwangju?
There are 3 airports in Gwangju: Gwangju Airport (KWJ), Muan International Airport (MWX) and Yeosu Airport (RSU).
What is the best airport to fly from Gwangju?
You have multiple options when flying from Gwangju. Although Gwangju (KWJ) might be a convenient airport to depart from, the biggest airport near Gwangju is Muan (MWX), Muan International Airport, which offers additional flight options.
How many airlines fly from Gwangju?
There are 4 airlines flying from Gwangju to 2 airports around the world, as of April 2024.
Which airlines fly from Gwangju?
Asiana Airlines, Jeju Air and Jin Air operate most flights from Gwangju. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Gwangju?
Star Alliance and SkyTeam are currently the only two alliances that operate flights from Gwangju.
How many nonstop flights are there from Gwangju?
There are roughly 958 flights departing from Gwangju every month (or 224 flights each week), to a total of 2 airports - all within South Korea.
What is the official name of Gwangju Airport?
The official name of Gwangju Airport is Gwangju Airport.
What is the airport code of Gwangju Airport?
The airport code of Gwangju Airport is KWJ.
What are the most popular flights from Gwangju?
Jeju City and Seoul are the only airports with flights from Gwangju.
