Gwangju Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 1m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Gwangju Airport
Gwangju Airport is an airport in Gwangju, South Korea, and is managed by the Korea Airports Corporation. In 2018, 1,986,125 passengers used the airport. This airport is planned to close when Muan International Airport becomes more established. Because Gwangju Airport is sharing location with a military base, taking photographs or videos of the apron, runway or military facility is strictly prohibited.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
RKJJNOTAMs
RKJJReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04L / 22R | 9,300 ft / 2,835 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 04R / 22L | 9,300 ft / 2,835 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 130.000 MHz |
| ARR | GWANJU ARRIVAL | 132.250 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 128.875 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 124.000 MHz |
| EMR | EMR | 121.500 MHz |
| GND | GND | 118.050 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 126.200 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 12% of observations, averaging 5 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 56% | -1,609 ft | |
| Feb | 53% | -1,646 ft | |
| Mar | 67% | -986 ft | |
| Apr | 79% | -691 ft | |
| May | 50% | 573 ft | |
| Jun | 46% | 1,323 ft | |
| Jul | 31% | 1,294 ft | |
| Aug | 35% | 1,651 ft | |
| Sep | 48% | 1,016 ft | |
| Oct | 64% | -362 ft | |
| Nov | 73% | -1,052 ft | |
| Dec | 68% | -1,765 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,765–1,651 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gwangju Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Gwangju Airport?
The ICAO code for Gwangju Airport is RKJJ, and its IATA code is KWJ.
Where is Gwangju Airport located?
Gwangju Airport is medium airport located in Gwangju, South Korea, at an elevation of 39 ft (12 m).
How many runways does Gwangju Airport have?
Gwangju Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 9,300 ft / 2,835 m.
Which airlines fly to Gwangju Airport?
Airlines historically serving Gwangju Airport include Asiana Airlines, Korean Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Gwangju Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Gwangju Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Gwangju Airport in?
Gwangju Airport is in the Asia/Seoul time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gwangju Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gwangju Airport is approximately 8.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gwangju Airport?
The nearest airport to Gwangju Airport is Hwangryong Airport (KR-1058), about 9.6 nm to the nnw, followed by Naju Juksanbo Airfield and G 710 Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gwangju Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.