Jeju International Airport

Jeju International Airport (CJU) serves Jeju Island, South Korea's largest island and most popular domestic tourist destination. The Seoul-Jeju route is one of the world's busiest air routes, with flights departing every few minutes during peak times.

The airport has domestic and international terminals that are connected. Domestic traffic dominates, though international routes serve Japan, China, and Southeast Asia.

Key airlines: Korean Air, Asiana, Jin Air, Jeju Air, T'way, Air Busan, and various Asian carriers.

CJU is close to Jeju City:

• To Jeju City center: 3 km, 10-15 minutes
• To Seogwipo (south coast): 40 km, 50-60 minutes
• To Hallasan National Park: 25 km, 35-45 minutes
• To Jungmun Resort: 35 km, 45-55 minutes

Uber does not operate in Korea. Use Kakao T or regular taxis.

Taxis from the rank:

• To Jeju City center: KRW 4,000-6,000 (~$3-5 USD)
• To Seogwipo: KRW 30,000-40,000
• To Jungmun: KRW 25,000-35,000

Taxis are metered and reliable. Download Kakao T for easy booking.

Airport Limousine Bus

Limousine buses connect to destinations around Jeju:

• Route 600: Airport → Jungmun → Seogwipo (90 minutes, KRW 5,000)
• Route 800: Airport → East coast → Seongsan (80 minutes)
• Various routes around the island

City Bus

Local buses connect to Jeju City terminal (10-15 minutes).

Rental Car (Recommended)

Rent a car for exploring Jeju—the island is best experienced with your own wheels. Numerous rental agencies at the airport.

Type	Daily Rate	Notes
Underground	KRW 12,000/day	Terminal adjacent
Outdoor	KRW 8,000/day	Short walk

CJU has good dining options:

Terminal:

• Korean restaurants: Local Jeju cuisine
• Cafés: Korean coffee culture
• Convenience stores: CU, GS25
• Black pork restaurants: Jeju's specialty

Try: Jeju black pork or abalone before leaving.

Network: Jeju Airport WiFi

• Cost: Free
• Speed: Good
• Easy connection

SIM cards available from:

• KT, SK Telecom, LG U+ counters
• Prices: KRW 25,000-50,000 for tourist SIM

Korea has excellent 5G coverage.

ATMs throughout the terminal.

Currency: Korean Won (KRW). Approximately 1,320 KRW = 1 USD.

Cards widely accepted; cash useful for markets and small vendors.

Terminal:

• Duty-free (Korean cosmetics, fashion)
• Jeju souvenirs (hallabong oranges, chocolate)
• K-beauty products

Best buys: Jeju tangerines, Jeju green tea, Korean skincare.

Korean Air Lounge

• Access: Korean Air Business, SkyTeam Elite Plus

Asiana Lounge

• Access: Asiana Business, Star Alliance Gold

Pay Lounges

• Various access options and walk-in rates

Hotels in Jeju City are 10-15 minutes away; resort areas are 45-60 minutes.

Jeju Island is South Korea's Hawaii—a volcanic island with unique landscapes, beaches, and a distinct culture:

Natural attractions (with travel time from airport):

• Hallasan National Park: 40 min—Korea's highest peak, volcanic crater, hiking
• Seongsan Ilchulbong (Sunrise Peak): 50 min—UNESCO crater, dramatic sunrise
• Manjanggul Cave: 35 min—one of world's longest lava tubes
• Cheonjiyeon & Jeongbang Waterfalls: 55 min—scenic waterfalls near Seogwipo
• Jusangjeolli Cliff: 50 min—hexagonal basalt columns, dramatic coastline

Beaches:

• Hyeopjae Beach: 40 min—white sand, emerald water
• Hamdeok Beach: 25 min—calm water, family-friendly
• Jungmun Saekdal Beach: 45 min—surfing spot
• Udo Island: Ferry from Seongsan—beautiful small island, bikes

Cultural & quirky attractions:

• Love Land: 15 min—erotic sculpture park (adults only)
• Teddy Bear Museum: 45 min—unexpected but popular
• Jeju Folk Village: 30 min—traditional thatched houses
• O'sulloc Tea Museum: 45 min—green tea fields and café

Jeju cuisine:

• Black pork (heuk dwaeji): Premium pork, Jeju specialty—must try
• Abalone: Fresh seafood, often in porridge or grilled
• Haenyeo (diving women) seafood: Ultra-fresh from famous women divers
• Hallabong: Sweet mandarin oranges, Jeju hybrid
• Dombe gogi: Thinly sliced pork, unique to Jeju

Local tips:

• Rent a car: Essential for exploring the island properly
• Olle trails: 26 walking trails around the coast—well-marked, beautiful
• Weather: Jeju has its own microclimate; pack layers and rain gear
• Driving: The island is 73 km × 31 km—you can circumnavigate in a day
• Best season: Spring (April-May) for canola flowers, autumn for hiking
• Honeymoon island: Jeju is the traditional Korean honeymoon destination
• UNESCO Global Geopark: Volcanic landscapes are world-recognized
• Jeju has a distinct dialect and traditional culture different from mainland Korea
• The island is autonomous, with unique regulations
• Hallasan climb: Full hike is demanding (5-7 hours); shorter trails available