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Gwangju Airport is so far the only Airport in Gwangju. The airport serves as the main doorway to Gwangju and South Korea as well for international tourists. Gwangju International Airport is a civil aviation airport maintained by Korea Airports Corporation. Another airport, Muan International Airport is on its way of completion. Here are some important information on Gwangju Airport and Flights to make your Gwangju Travel comfortable and convenient. Airport in Gwangju is known for its advanced facilities and sophisticated security system.

History

Airport in Gwangju was opened in November 1948 but it was situated in in neighboring Jangseong area. First commercial flight took off in 1950. In 1964 the airport was moved to its current location in Sinchon-dong, Gwangsan-gu. Korea Airports Corporation took over the authority of the airport in 1990. Since then the corporation is managing the airport well. The government is planning to open a new airport called Muan International Airport. As soon as it opens the old Airport in Gwangju will be closed. This new proposed airport will serve the cities of Gwangju and Mokpo with better service and more sophisticated air transportation system.

Airlines

Gwangju International Airport is one of the most important Airports in South Korea as well as in north eastern Asia. With more than one international airline operational from here Gwangju Airport provides easy access to various other parts of South Korea. Korean Air and Asiana Airlines are two big names in Gwangju aviation. Korean Air (previously Korean Air Lines) is the national flag carrier. It is one of the top 20 airlines in the world in terms of passengers. Gwangju Airport receives flights from the national capital Seoul, Jeju, Beijing, and Shanghai's Pudong International Airport.

Flights

Those who are traveling in Seoul can board the flights to Gwangju Airport from Seoul-Gimpo Airport. Regular and adequate flights to and from various domestic and international destinations pave an easy way of traveling to Gwangju and the travelers will have no problem in reaching the city.

Passenger Facilities

Gwangju Airport ensures passenger security and offers modern facilities. Every year thousands of passenger travel via Gwangju Airport. With advanced facilities and timely service Airport in Gwangju is certainly an important transportation hub in southern South Korea.

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