Gunsan Airport (also known as Kunsan Air Base) is a dual-use facility shared between South Korean/U.S. Air Forces and civilian traffic, with a dedicated passenger terminal.
It serves the city of Gunsan on the west coast, with domestic connections primarily oriented toward Jeju Island.
How to get to Kunsan Air Base
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to KUV
Parking near Kunsan Air Base
The parking, modest in size, is located opposite the civil terminal.
Prices are standard for a stopover in this area.
How to get to Gunsan from KUV
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Kunsan Air Base
Not all car rental brands are represented: only some have a desk.
Have your driver's license, passport, and credit card ready; the agency will almost certainly also ask for an International Driving Permit.
Hotels near Kunsan Air Base
Saemangeum industrial zone
By taxi it's just 5-10 minutes: the Best Western is less than 4 km from the terminal, on Saemangeumbuk-ro; there are no direct buses.
Best for: Business trips tied to the Saemangeum industrial zone, not for tourism.
- A few minutes from the terminal, handy for an early-morning flight
- International-standard hotel in an area where the other options are mostly motels
- Only the Saemangeum industrial zone around: nothing on foot
- The historic centre of Gunsan is still 20-25 minutes away by taxi
Historic centre and the Modern History Museum
A city bus (line 1) links the airport to downtown, but it's a loop route with no published timetable: in practice the taxi remains the most practical option, about 20-25 minutes for the 10 km to downtown.
Best for: Those who want to see the Japanese colonial-style district of Shinheung-dong and the waterfront, accepting a longer transfer from the airport.
- A few steps from the Gunsan Modern History Museum and the Japanese-style house in Shinheung-dong
- An area with restaurants and the city market, not just a transit point
- No direct, fast bus from the airport: a taxi is needed
- A harbour and historic district, not well suited to those travelling for work in the industrial zone
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The civilian terminal, separate from the military area of the base, primarily handles domestic flights to Jeju.
It's good practice to arrive 1.5–2 hours early for flights.
Map of Kunsan Air Base
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is Gunsan a military airport?
It is a dual-use base, shared between the South Korean/US air forces and civilian traffic, with a dedicated passenger terminal separate from the military area.
Q. What flights does Gunsan offer?
Mainly domestic connections, oriented above all towards Jeju island.
Q. Do you need to follow special procedures for access?
Yes, always follow security staff instructions to access the civilian terminal, which is separate from the base's military area.
Q. How do you get to downtown Gunsan from the airport?
By public bus or taxi, a transfer of about 20-30 minutes.
Flight board
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