Travelling from Seoul to Oita Airport (OIT): What you need to know
Seoul's main base, Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Seoul to Oita Airport (OIT).
The average length of a direct Seoul to Oita Airport flight is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Oita (where Oita Airport is located) and Seoul share the UTC+9 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Oita Airport (OIT) is the busiest route, with 7 direct services each week. You can travel from ICN to OIT on Jeju Air's 11:05am departure.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Seoul to OIT.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Fly without interruptions from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). Nonstop flights from Seoul to Oita Airport (OIT) operate from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Seoul to Oita Airport with Jeju Air. This popular airline offers services from ICN.
The top choice among passengers flying between ICN and OIT is Jeju Air.
Travelling from central Seoul to ICN takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Seoul Incheon International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Seoul to Oita Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Seoul Incheon International Airport, 74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Break up your flight from Seoul to Oita Airport with a stop at Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND). A major connection between Seoul Gimpo International Airport and OIT, it's the perfect opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
GMP is about 16 kilometres from central Seoul. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Seoul Gimpo International Airport the day before your Seoul to OIT flight:
Flights from Seoul Gimpo International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving right on cue.
About Oita Airport (OIT)
If you have a late flight from Seoul to Oita Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near OIT:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Seoul to Oita Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
The address for OIT is 3286-14 Musashimachi Itoharu.
Getting from Oita Airport (OIT) to central Oita
Oita Airport is roughly 29 kilometres from central Oita. The time it takes to get there by car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Oita Airport (OIT)
ج.م. 3,781 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Oita Airport. Return flights start at ج.م. 5,787. These prices may change based on availability.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Oita Airport (OIT)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Seoul to Oita Airport (OIT). January is the busiest month to visit Oita. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in December.
When booking your Seoul to OIT plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Oita, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seoul to Oita Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 11ºC.
More about Oita
After booking your flight from Seoul to Oita Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Oita:
Yasaka Shrine and Takasakiyama are just two of the top attractions to add to your Oita itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Otemon Main Gate.
Explore more of Japan
Oita is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be explored. About 105 kilometres northwest of Oita, a trip to Shimonoseki will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Itsukushima Shrine, Jinjoji and Tokusen no Taki Fall.
If you're ready to explore another side of Japan, consider Isahaya, roughly 177 kilometres southwest of Oita. Honmyo River Cherry Blossom Levee, Karako Marsh Park Lotus Pond and Takamine Lookout are highlights.
