In just 13 years, Incheon Airport has grown from a green-field gateway on the outskirts of Seoul into one of the most successful and large-scale airports in Asia. Its design, state-of-the-art IT system and customer-friendly facilities transformed Incheon Airport into a passenger favorite in a short period of time.

Fly Incheon Airport to the World

By the end of 2013, 88 airlines operated at Incheon Airport, serving 182 cities around the world. From its opening in March 2001 through 2013, Incheon handled 2.4 million air traffic movements, 372 million passengers and 28 millions tons of cargo in total. Compared to 2001, when it welcomed 14.5 million passengers, 1.2 million tons of cargo and 86,839 flights, figures soared to 41.4 million passengers, 271,224 aircraft movements and 2.4 million tons of cargo.

More Than an Airport

Incheon Airport provides the world’s fastest, most convenient immigration service. The average immigration processing time for arrivals is only 11 minutes and for departures, 19 minutes, three times faster than ICAO’s recommended level.

At Incheon Airport, you can also discover a level of service and a variety of amenities unmatched by any other airport. Relax in the convenience facilities, including eco-friendly rest areas and lounges designed to meet the needs of every traveler. Take a stroll along AIRSTAR Avenue, offering great prices on top brands, or enjoy various theme events and promotions throughout the year. Located along the passenger terminal and concourse are exhibits, museums, art galleries, craft workshops and live performances to give foreign visitors a glimpse into Korea’s long history and rich culture.

Beyond Your Expectation

Incheon Airport won the highest score in two categories (Best Airport in Asia-Pacific and Best Airport – 25 to 40 million passengers) in the Airport Service Quality (ASQ) survey, an annual evaluation conducted by the Airports Council International (ACI), an international council of representatives from 1,847 airports across the world, for nine consecutive years.

Incheon Airport won the ASQ award for the first time in 2005, only four years after opening and kept its place for many years in a row. In 2011, Incheon Airport became the first airport to be recognized as a member of the ‘Roll of Excellence’ program, proving itself as the most outstanding airport in the world and contributing to upgrading the service level of airports in the world. The close cooperation of 40,000 staff and workers at the Incheon Airport provides service beyond your expectation.

Air Cargo Forum and Exhibition 2014

Global leaders from all sectors of the air logistics supply chain will gather in Seoul, Korea Oct.7–9, to attend the 27th International Air Cargo Forum and Exhibition 2014. Organized by The International Air Cargo Association and hosted by Incheon Airport, the event is held every two years among Europe, the Americas and Asia, and is the largest and most prestigious air cargo event in the world. The exhibition showcases products and services from all parts of the air cargo industry, and more than 3,000 attendees are expected this year.

Under the slogan “Breaking Barriers, Creating Opportunities,” seven workshops will be held. Topics include challenges for air cargo shippers, reduction of paper burden and forward notice on advance data. The event will be an opportunity for participants to expand their network and build a better future.

For more information, call 82 1577 2600 or visit airport.kr/eng.