Gimhae International Airport
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About Gimhae International Airport
Gimhae International Airport also known as Busan Airport is located on the western end of Busan, the second-largest city in South Korea. Opened in 1976, the airport is named after the nearby city of Gimhae. A new international terminal opened on 31 October 2007. Gimhae International Airport is the main hub for Air Busan and Korean Air, and an operating base for Jeju Air and Jin Air. Runway 18L/36R is used for military purposes only for Gimhae Air Base, but due to increasing traffic, there are plans to open the runway for airliners. In 2018, 17,064,613 passengers used the airport.
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Live weather
RKPKLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18R / 36L | 10,499 ft / 3,200 m | 197 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 18L / 36R | 9,007 ft / 2,745 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (9)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ACP | BRICKWALL | 120.000 MHz |
| APP | APP | 135.700 MHz |
| ARR | ARR | 119.200 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.600 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.800 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 125.500 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| OPS | COWBOY OPS | 133.825 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Services & operations
The airport provides various services including boarding and parking information.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gimhae International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Gimhae International Airport?
The ICAO code for Gimhae International Airport is RKPK, and its IATA code is PUS.
Where is Gimhae International Airport located?
Gimhae International Airport is large airport located in Busan, South Korea, at an elevation of 6 ft (2 m).
How many runways does Gimhae International Airport have?
Gimhae International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 10,499 ft / 3,200 m.
Which airlines fly to Gimhae International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Gimhae International Airport include Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Air Busan, Air China, Air Macau, AirAsia X, All Nippon Airways, among 24 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Gimhae International Airport?
Historical data lists 35 nonstop destinations from Gimhae International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Gimhae International Airport in?
Gimhae International Airport is in the Asia/Seoul time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gimhae International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gimhae International Airport is approximately 8.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gimhae International Airport?
The nearest airport to Gimhae International Airport is Jinhae Air Base (CHF), about 12.1 nm to the w, followed by Jinhae Naval Academy Airfield and Namji Emergency Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gimhae International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.