IATA Code
KWJ
ICAO Code
RKJJ
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Gwangju Airport (Republic of Korea) is a city airport serving Gwangju metropolitan area. It operates from a single domestic terminal (with some international services historically) and handles a mix of domestic flights and limited international routes.

Gwangju Airport
Elevation: 11 m
35.1232, 126.8054

Terminal Guide for Gwangju Airport #

The airport is arranged around one primary passenger terminal with check‑in, security and a departures concourse. The terminal is compact and walkable; transfers within the building are straightforward.

Getting to and From Gwangju Airport #

Gwangju Airport is connected to the city by road; travel to downtown Gwangju is typically a short taxi or bus ride depending on traffic.

  • Bus: Airport or city buses connect the airport to central Gwangju and nearby districts-these are a common and economical option.
  • Taxi / private car: Taxis provide direct transfers; journey times to the city center are generally short.
  • Car rental: Rental desks are commonly available in or near the terminal.
  • Driving: The airport is easily reachable by road; driving times depend on traffic.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Gwangju Airport #

The terminal offers typical city‑airport facilities: cafés and fast‑food options, convenience stores, restrooms and seating. Public Wi‑Fi and charging points are commonly available.

  • Lounges: Airline or pay lounges may be available-check with the carrier.
  • Food and drink: A mix of sit‑down and quick‑service food options, both landside and airside.
  • Wi‑Fi / charging: Free Wi‑Fi is commonly offered for limited periods; outlets and charging stations are available in seating areas.
  • Accessibility: Standard accessibility services are provided; request assistance in advance where possible.

Weather & Climate near Gwangju Airport #

Climate

Gwangju Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1310 mm/year), wettest in July.

Air Quality: AQI 73 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
OctoberSeptemberMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
-15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -4° - 5° -2° 37 mm overcast 80% 2.1 m/s 0.3 low 9.9h
February Poor -3° - 8° 0° 44 mm overcast 77% 2.6 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.8h
March Acceptable 1° - 13° 5° 60 mm overcast 75% 3.0 m/s 0.8 moderate 11.8h
April Good 7° - 19° 13° 94 mm overcast 75% 2.7 m/s 1.2 high 13.0h
May Very Good 12° - 24° 18° 96 mm overcast 78% 2.4 m/s 1.4 high 13.9h
June Good 17° - 27° 22° 184 mm overcast 82% 2.2 m/s 1.4 high 14.4h
July Good 22° - 29° 26° 264 mm overcast 88% 2.2 m/s 1.5 very high 14.1h
August Acceptable 22° - 31° 26° 249 mm overcast 86% 2.4 m/s 1.5 very high 13.3h
September Very Good 17° - 27° 22° 140 mm partly cloudy 84% 1.9 m/s 1.2 high 12.3h
October Very Good 10° - 22° 16° 57 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.3 m/s 0.8 moderate 11.2h
November Acceptable 3° - 15° 8° 53 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.0 m/s 0.4 low 10.2h
December Poor -2° - 8° 1° 32 mm overcast 81% 1.9 m/s 0.3 low 9.7h

Nearby Cities #