Direct (nonstop) flights from Seoul to Busan

6 airlines fly nonstop from Gimpo (GMP) to Gimhae International (PUS). It's 203 miles (326 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by Jeju Air, Air Busan, Korean Air and others.

GMP
Gimpo
🇰🇷 Seoul, Republic of Korea
PUS
Gimhae International
🇰🇷 Busan, Republic of Korea
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
203 mi
326 km
CO₂/pax
37 kg
−74 kg vs. layover
Airlines
6
Jeju Air +5
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Jeju Air Jeju Air Air Busan Air Busan Korean Air Korean Air Jin Air Jin Air T´Way Air T´Way Air Eastar Jet Eastar Jet

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Jeju Air 7C Jeju Air
Route
GMP → PUS
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
203 mi
Air Busan BX Air Busan
Route
GMP → PUS
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
203 mi
Korean Air KE Korean Air
Route
GMP → PUS
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
203 mi
Jin Air LJ Jin Air
Route
GMP → PUS
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
203 mi
T´Way Air TW T´Way Air
Route
GMP → PUS
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
203 mi
Eastar Jet ZE Eastar Jet
Route
GMP → PUS
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
203 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Seoul to Busan with one stop · direct emits 37 kg CO₂ per passenger

GMP CJU (Jeju) PUS
Leg 1: 1h 15m (280 mi) Leg 2: 1h (181 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 111 kg CO₂ (+200% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GMP → CJU
1h 15m · 280 mi
View GMP to CJU flights →
Leg 2
CJU → PUS
1h · 181 mi
View CJU to PUS flights →
GMP KIX (Osaka) PUS
Leg 1: 1h 43m (519 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (361 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 188 kg CO₂ (+408% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GMP → KIX
1h 43m · 519 mi
View GMP to KIX flights →
Leg 2
KIX → PUS
1h 35m · 361 mi
View KIX to PUS flights →
GMP NGO (Nagoya) PUS
Leg 1: 1h 53m (588 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (446 mi) Total: ~3h 28m 🍃 216 kg CO₂ (+484% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GMP → NGO
1h 53m · 588 mi
View GMP to NGO flights →
Leg 2
NGO → PUS
1h 35m · 446 mi
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GMP PEK (Beijing) PUS
Leg 1: 2h 15m (577 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (756 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 272 kg CO₂ (+635% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GMP → PEK
2h 15m · 577 mi
View GMP to PEK flights →
Leg 2
PEK → PUS
2h 20m · 756 mi
View PEK to PUS flights →
GMP KHH (Kaohsiung) PUS
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,101 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (1,012 mi) Total: ~5h 50m 🍃 382 kg CO₂ (+932% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GMP → KHH
3h 10m · 1,101 mi
View GMP to KHH flights →
Leg 2
KHH → PUS
2h 40m · 1,012 mi
View KHH to PUS flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Seoul to Busan?

A nonstop flight from Seoul (GMP) to Busan (PUS) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 203 miles (326 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Seoul to Busan?

6 airlines: Jeju Air, Air Busan, Korean Air, Jin Air, T´Way Air, Eastar Jet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Seoul to Busan?

Yes. 6 airlines: Jeju Air, Air Busan, Korean Air, Jin Air, T´Way Air, Eastar Jet.

How far is Seoul from Busan?

The flight distance from Seoul to Busan is 203 miles (326 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Seoul to Busan?

At 1h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Seoul to Busan?

Roughly 37 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 185 km.

Is the return flight from Busan to Seoul also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Busan?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Gimpo for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.