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Integrated Fare System |
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Seoul City has the integrated fare system designed to reduce financial burdens when switching between forms of mass transportation. Passengers will have to pay 900 Won (1,000 Won in cash) over a given distance no matter how many times they change between buses (including village buses) and subways, with an increment of 100 won charged for every additional 5 km. |
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valid T-Money card or existing traffic card is required to get discount.
A passenger needs to present his/her traffic card to the fare terminal when
getting on and off the bus (or subway line), and he/she must repeat this
procedure when transferring to another form of transportation to record
the distance covered.
To be eligible for the discount, a passenger must transfer to the next
bus or subway train within half an hour of alighting from the last mode
of transportation (or within an hour between 09:00 p.m. and 07:00 a.m.). |
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Passengers who pay their fare in cash will pay 100 won
more than travelers using a traffic card.
T-Money can be purchased and refilled at vendor kiosks selling bus tickets
near most city bus stops, or any Woori Bank branch. Passengers can also
use the automated refilling machines located at each subway station. Existing
traffic cards will continue to be used, along with T-Money. |
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Subway |
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Seoul Subway |
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Seoul currently has eight subway lines and a surface
line of the government-run Korean National Railroad (KNR) merging with
them, which serve Seoulites and visitors most effectively. Colored differently
between lines, Seoul subway lines link the farthest parts of Seoul and
its satellite cities and cross each other at various transferable stations,
marked by the symbol.
In general, subway trains operate at intervals of 2.5 to 3 minutes during
the morning and evening rush hours and at intervals of 4 to 6 minutes
during the non-rush hours.
Seoul Metropolitan Rapid Transit Corporation at www.smrt.co.kr |
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Tickets and Fares |
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Metro
Type of passenger |
Fare (when using transportation card) |
Adults (over 20) |
Inside Seoul |
* Basic Fare:
900 won upto 10km
* Additional Fare
-over 10km~40km: additional
100won each additional 5km
-over40km: additional 100won each
additional 10km |
Outside Seoul |
Less than 10km : 800 won, 10km - 35km : extra 100 won for additional 5km, over 35km : extra 100 won for additional 10km |
Students (14 to 19) |
20% discount (720 won) |
Children (8-13) |
50% discount (450 won) |
Senior members,The handicapped &
Men of national merit |
100% discount (Free) |
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Free Tickets
For those over 65 years old, handicapped persons and national service
awardees |
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Metro & Bus: united fare |
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Metro & Bus
(united fare) |
Basic Fare |
basic fare to plus 10km (no charge for change) |
Plus Fare |
plus 100 won per 5km except 10km |
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Vending machines are available for your convenience |
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Vending
Machine Information
1. Select either 1 service area or 2 service areas according to your
destination.
2. If you need more than 2 tickets use the button for multiple tickets
3. Deposit the correct amount. Change is available.
4. Receive your ticket(s) and change. |
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Useful Subway Information |
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Case You Lose Something
Notify the station you got off. If you realized
your loss after leaving please get in touch with the Lost and Found Center. |
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* Lost and Found Center
Lines 1,2 : City Hall Station (82-2-753-2408)
Lines 3,4 : Chungmuro Station (+82-2-271-1170~1)
Lines 5 : Wangsimni Station (82-2-298-6767), Hwagok Station (82-2-695-2048)
Lines 7 : Taereung Station (82-2-949-6767)
Lines 8 : Jamsil Station (82-2-418-6768)
Metropolitan Electric Railroad : Guro Station (82-2-869-0089)
* Lost and Found Information(ARS) : 82-2-700-2231 |
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Case of Sudden Rain
Throughout all stations umbrellas are available for you to borrow. Just
come to the station office. |
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Subway
Information
* SMSC: Line 1~4 (82-2-520-5290~3)
* SMRT: Line 5,6,8 (82-2-211-2188, 2200)
* Korea National Railroad : 82-2-392-7788, 82-2-313-5000 |
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* Internet
Subway - www.smrt.co.kr
Korea National Railroad- www.korail.go.kr |
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Busan subway has two lines (Line 1,Line 2, and Line 3) and the Line 2, 3 are currently under 2nd expanding construction. Busan subway sprawls throughout every corner of city, suburbs, and satellite towns for your destination |
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Fares |
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Passengers can buy a ticket with cash at ticket counter of each subway station or use their Card tickets. Fare for 1 section is 1,100won(to 10km) and for 2 section, 1,300 won will be charged (over 10km). |
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Discount rate |
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Regular ticket- 50%(child)
Card ticket - adult (10%), student (20%) |
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Fare Table |
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Classification |
Adult |
Student |
Child |
One-Way |
1 section |
1,100 won |
1,100won |
550won |
2 sections |
1,300 won |
1,300won |
650won |
Round-trip |
1 section |
2,200 won |
2,200won |
1,100won |
2 sections |
2,600won |
2,600won |
1,300won |
Discount |
one-way |
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50% |
card |
10% |
30% |
10% |
group discount
(over 20 persons) |
20% |
30% |
20% |
Recharge of Hanaro card |
5,000won (Minimum) - 70,000 won(Maximum)(at the unit of 1,000won) |
Recharge of digital card |
5,000won (Minimum) - 500,000won(Maximum)(at the unit of 1,000won) |
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Free ticket for the elderly, the meritorious (disabled
veteran, national patriot), and the handicapped who has an identification
card, and his or her guardian(1person) to accompany the severely handicapped
person(1-3 grade) |
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Lost & Found |
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Location : Middle of platform at Seomyeon station, line
1 (Underground 2nd floor) |
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Work Hours |
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Weekday 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday 09:00 - 13:00
Phone: +82-51- 640-7339 |
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Station office at Seomyeon, line 1
Phone: +82-51-808-8738
For more information, please visit the website of the Busan Urban Transit
authority at www.subway.busan.kr
For more information on other cities’ subway, please visit the following
websites;
Incheon Subway www.irtc.co.kr
Daegu Subway www.daegusubway.co.kr
Gwangju Subway www.subway.gwangju.kr |
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Buses |
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The Seoul Metropolitan Government is to operate newly designed buses on the newly adjusted routes as of July 1, 2004. New bus stop signs are more easily recognizable than the current ones, which are expected to be colorized according to the type of city buses: Blue, Green, Red and Yellow. The following is a detailed description of each bus. |
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Blue Bus
This type of buses will operate at
higher speeds and access the median bus lane connecting suburban areas
to downtown Seoul. The city government is partly in charge of its operation.
The city has taken full consideration to introduce 3 kinds of buses belonging
to the Blue Bus category: bendable bus, CNG (compressed natural gas) bus
with a lower platform, and regular large-sized CNG bus. The blue color
represents Seoul's skyline and Hangang (River) to symbolize security and
freedom.
Green Bus
Green bus will be flexibly operated by private bus
companies, to connect major subway stations or bus terminals in downtown
Seoul. It is similar with the city bus and the community shuttle bus currently
in operation. Green stands for the mountains surrounding the city.
Red Bus
The red buses will be express buses designed specially
for those commuting between downtown Seoul and the metropolitan area.
The color red exudes energy of speed.
Yellow Bus
This bus will circle downtown Seoul and stop at stations
for blue buses and major railway stations, as well as business, tourist
and shopping areas. Yellow was selected for its dynamic and friendly image.
* Useful Tips on the Bus Numbers
It is easy to identify the starting point and the destination of a bus
at a single glance. The entire area of Seoul is divided into eight zones,
which are clearly indicated in the numerical designation of each bus. |
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Bus Fares |
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Type of passenger |
Fare (when using Transportation Card) |
Blue Bus/Yellow Bus |
Adults (over 20) |
900 won |
Students (14 to 19) |
720 won |
Children (8-13) |
450 won |
Green Bus |
Adults (over 20) |
700 won |
Students (14 to 19) |
560 won |
Children (8-13) |
350 won |
Red Bus |
Adults (over 20) |
1,700 won |
Students (14 to 19) |
1,360 won |
Children (8-13) |
1,200 won |
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Planning Division (transp@seoul.go.kr / +82.2.6321.4218) |
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There are two kinds of buses -- Regular express buses
and Deluxe express buses. The latter kind offers higher standard of service
-- spacious seats and other facilities such as mobile phones and VCRs. |
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Departure |
Interval
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Fare
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Travel Time |
First |
Last |
Seoul-Cheonan(Deluxe) |
06:00 |
21:20 |
10-15 |
3,600
5,200 |
1 hr. 30 min. |
Seoul-Gangneung(Deluxe) |
06:00 |
23:30 |
15-20 |
9,900
14,600 |
2 hr. 50 min. |
Seoul-Gwangju(Deluxe) |
05:30 |
01:00 |
5-10 |
13,000
19,300 |
4 hr. |
Seoul-Gyeongju(Deluxe) |
06:00 |
18:30 |
30-40 |
14,600
21,700 |
4 hr. 15 min. |
Seoul-Mokpo(Deluxe) |
05:30 |
24:00 |
30-40 |
15,300
22,800 |
5 hr. 20 min. |
Seoul-Busan(Deluxe) |
06:00 |
20:40 |
15 |
17,100
25,400 |
5 hr. 20 min. |
Seoul-Sokcho(Deluxe) |
06:30 |
23:30 |
30-60 |
11,800
17,500 |
4 hr. |
Seoul-Daegu(Deluxe) |
06:00 |
20:30 |
10-20 |
12,100
17,900 |
4 hr. |
Seoul-Daejeon(Deluxe) |
05:50 |
21:55 |
5-10 |
6,500
9,500 |
1 hr. 50 min. |
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Departure |
Interval
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Fare
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Travel Time |
First |
Last |
Seoul-Gangneung(Deluxe) |
06:30 |
20:00 |
30-40 min. |
10,000
14,800 |
3 hr. ~
3 hr. 30 min. |
Seoul-Donghae(Deluxe) |
07:10 |
18:50 |
1hr.40 min. |
11,700
17,200 |
3 hr. 50 min.
~ 4 hr. 30 min. |
Seoul-Sokcho(Deluxe) |
07:00 |
19:00 |
1hr.30 min. |
14,200
18,900 |
3 hr. 40 min. ~
4 hr. 40 min. |
Seoul-Daegu(Deluxe) |
06:00 |
20:00 |
10-20 min. |
12,600
18,700 |
4 hr. |
Seoul-Daejeon(Deluxe) |
05:50 |
21:00 |
20-30 min. |
7,400
10,300 |
1 hr. 50 min. ~
2 hr. |
Seoul-Busan(Deluxe) |
06:40 |
18:40 |
1hr.20 min. |
17,500
26,200 |
5 hr. 30 min. |
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at www. kobus.co.kr/eng/index.jsp or call the number below. |
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Seoul Express Bus Terminal (Gyeongbu, Yeongdong Line) |
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Address :19-3 Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Transportation :Express Bus Terminal Station (Subway Line
3)
Phone: (82-2) 535-4151 |
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Central City Bus Terminal (Honam Line) |
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Phone :02-6282-0600 |
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Dong(East) Seoul Bus Terminal |
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Address :546-1 Guui-dong, Seongdong-Gu,
Seoul
Transportation :Gangbyeon Station (Subway Line 2)
Phone: (82-2)446-8000
Gyeongbu Line 02-455-5452
Honam Line 02-455-3162 |
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Taxis |
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There are three kinds of taxis -- general taxis, deluxe taxis, and call taxis. The last two types of taxis offer a high standard of service compared to the first, but are more expensive than the first. You cannot always expect that a taxi driver is fluent in English, so it is advisable to tell the landmarks (many major hotels and attracts) near the destination. Vacant taxis have indicator lamps on, in front of assistant driver seat and on the roof. |
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General Taxis |
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fare is calculated by both the distance and time of travel. The basic fare
is 1,600 won for the first 2 km and 100 won for each additional 168m. If
the taxi is going less than 15 km per hour due to traffic congestion, an
additional charge of 100 won per each 41 seconds is added to the basic fare.
The fare between Gimpo Airport and downtown Seoul is usually around 13,000
won, although it could be higher if there is heavy traffic. Extra 20 percent
is added to the fare between midnight and 04:00. |
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Deluxe Taxis |
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taxis, called 'mobeom' taxis in Korean, are black with a yellow sign on
the top and the words 'Deluxe Taxi' written on the side. They offer a higher
quality of services. The fare is 4,000 won for the first 3km and 200 won
for each additional 205m or 50 seconds if the speed drops below 15km per
hour. There is no late-night surcharge. The usual fares between Gimpo Airport
and downtown, and Gimpo Airport and Jamsil are about 23,000 won and 35,000
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Could be more or less depending on traffic. Car phones
are available and receipts are given. Deluxe taxi stands are located at
hotels, bus and subway stations, bus terminals, and on major city streets.
By calling (82-2) 3431-5100, you can take a deluxe taxi quickly and conveniently
wherever you are. Also, you can make a reservation on the phone for a ride
anywhere, at any time. |
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Call Taxis |
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When you take a call taxi, it is better to haggle over the fare with a taxi driver before you get into the taxi. Call Taxi only for Foreigners provided by World Cup Arirang Tourist Co Ltd.
Address : Iteawon-dong, Yongsan-gu,
Seoul Phone : +82-2-793-1013
Deluxe Call Taxi : +82-2-558-8000
Van Taxi : +82-2-888-2000
Kind Call Taxi : +82-1588-3382
KT Powertel : +82-1588-0082
Seoul City Call : +82-1588-2382 |
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Visitor Guide Taxis |
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Visitors Guide Taxi was intended to lessen foreign travelers' inconvenience, as one of their biggest headaches has been the language barrier. Visitors Guide Taxis are black with a yellow sign on the roof and a label reading "VISITORS GUIDE" on both sides of the vehicle. The English-speaking and Japanese-speaking drivers were trained, tested, and finally selected from drivers of deluxe taxis, or 'moebeom' taxis in Korean. English and Japanese brochures on Visitors Guide Taxi are provided at major tourist sites including airports, hotels, and the Korea National Tourism Organization (KNTO) overseas branch offices. For more information, contact the Taxi and Logistics Division, Transportation Office of the Seoul Metropolitan Government by email at transit@www.metro.seoul.kr or at (82-2) 3707-9751~2. |
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Call taxi for the handicapped is a special taxi service for people with disabilities provided by the Seoul Metropolitan Government as part of efforts to facilitate travel of the physically challenged, which is the first of its kind in the country. 100 fleets of van that can accommodate 9 or 12 people are tentatively on service until the end of 2002 and will be initially put into service from 2003. The fare of call taxis for the handicapped is 40 percent of that of normal cabs.
Call Taxi for the Handicapped (Regular Taxi Fare)
- Basic Fare: 1,900 Won / 5km (1,900 Won / 2km)
- Extra Fare: 100 Won / 420m (100 Won / 168m )
The taxis will be linked to the central dispatch center with equipped with gadgets for GPS (Global Positioning System) to help keep track of their whereabouts. Call (82-2)1588-4388 for use of the taxi.
For more information on Call Taxi for the Handicapped, contact the Rehabilitation Division, Health & Welfare Bureau, Seoul Metropolitan Government at (+82-2) 3707-8353~9 or the Seoul Metropolitan Installation Management Corporation at (+82-2-2290-6510) |
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Free Interpretation Service |
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special interpretation service is provided in some taxis on a request basis.
Three languages are available among a passenger, a driver and an interpreter
in English, Japanese and Chinese through a wireless phone installed in the
taxi. If you need more information, call 017-200-3000. |
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Rental Cars |
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Rental cars are available for those visitors who choose
to drive in Korea. Drivers must meet the following requirements to rent
a car: |
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more than 1 year's driving experience
Have an international driver's license
Be over 21 years of age
Possess a valid passport |
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Driving safely in Korea takes some practice. Cars are
driven on the right side of the road and most road signs are written in
Korean and English. Due to the high traffic density and complex road systems,
it is probably advisable to hire a driver along with the car, especially
in large cities. Visitors who wish to hire a chauffeur-driven car must be
prepared to pay the driver's meals and hotel expenses as well. |
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Trains |
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Korea has three different classes of train, the Korea
Train Express, newly launched its high speed railroad service in April of
2004, the Saemaeul Express and the Mugunghwa Express. |
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Korea Train Express (KTX) |
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Reservation for KTX passenger tickets can be made conveniently
at ticket counters in the station, travel agents, automatic ticketing machines
or via the Internet at english.barota.com.
Reservations and ticketing are possible from 09:00am, two months in advance
up to one hour prior to departure of the corresponding train When the person
making a reservation is different from the person boarding the train |
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Fares |
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The basic fare has been set at an average of 25% higher
than that of the Saemaeul line trains. Special compartment fare has been
set at 140% of the basic fare by considering the wider space and pleasant
facilities.
* Gyeongbu Line (Seoul-Busan) |
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For online ticket reservation and cancellation, please visit < english.barota.com > |
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Domestic Airlines |
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For flight schedule and fares, please visit the following
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Korean Air
Website: www.koreanair.co.kr
Phone: +82-2-2656-2001 (Headquarters)
+82-2-2656-7114 |
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Asiana Airlines
Website:
www.flyasiana.com
Phone: +82-2-669-4000 (Headquarters)
+82-2-664-2656 |
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Information 
* Incheon International Airport
Website: www.airport.or.kr
Phone: +82-32-741-0114
* Gimpo Airport
Website:
http://gimpo.airport.co.kr/
Phone (ARS) : +82-2-2660-2114
* Korea City Air Terminal (KCAT)
Website: www.kcat.co.kr
Phone: +82-2-551-0077
* Central Airport Terminal
Website: www.centralcityseoul.co.kr
Phone: +82-2-6282-0253 |
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