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Yeosu Airport

Yeosu, South Korea
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Gateway to South Korea's scenic southern coast.

Opened
1972
Location
Yeosu, South Korea
Yeosu Airport (IATA: RSU, ICAO: RKJY) is a domestic airport serving Yeosu, a coastal city in South Jeolla Province, South Korea. It connects the region to major South Korean cities, primarily Seoul's Gimpo Airport, supporting tourism and business travel to the Yeosu peninsula. The airport played a notable supporting role during the Yeosu EXPO 2012, which brought significant international attention to the city. It operates a modest schedule with limited daily flights, reflecting the regional nature of its traffic. Given its relatively small size, Yeosu Airport offers basic passenger amenities. The surrounding area is known for stunning island scenery, seafood cuisine, and the Hallyeohaesang National Marine Park, making the airport an important access point for tourists.
Terminals
Yeosu Airport operates a single passenger terminal handling domestic arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
The airport is connected to central Yeosu by taxi and local bus services, with the city center located approximately 20 minutes away.
Airlines here
Korean Air and Asiana Airlines are the primary carriers operating routes through Yeosu Airport.
Notable facts
  • ›Yeosu Airport primarily serves domestic routes, with the main connection being to Seoul Gimpo Airport.
  • ›The airport supported increased traffic during the Yeosu World Expo 2012.
  • ›It is situated near the Hallyeohaesang National Marine Park, a major tourist draw.
  • ›The single runway is designated 17/35.
  • ›Yeosu city is also served by KTX high-speed rail, which competes with air travel for passengers heading to Seoul.
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Route map (2 destinations)

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Routes

RSU → CJUKE · 73H
RSU → GMPKE · 73H
RSU → GMPOZ · 320 321
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City & Place Guide

Coastal gem where the sea meets vibrant Korean culture

Yeosu is a scenic port city on the southern coast of South Korea, renowned for its island-dotted harbor, fresh seafood, and the dazzling Yeosu Night Sea. The city gained international attention after hosting the 2012 World Expo and has since developed a polished waterfront district beloved by Korean tourists and international visitors alike.

Beyond its modern promenade, Yeosu offers historic temples, fortress walls with Imjin War heritage, and easy ferry access to hundreds of surrounding islands. The relaxed pace, stunning sunsets over Dolsan Bridge, and lively Jungangno market make it one of Korea's most rewarding coastal escapes.

  • •Odongdo Island — scenic camellia-lined causeway walk with a lighthouse at the tip
  • •Hyangiram Hermitage — dramatic cliff-side Buddhist temple with sweeping sea views
  • •Dolsan Bridge & Cable Car — panoramic gondola ride above the glittering harbor
  • •Jinhae-dong & Jungangno Market — street food, fresh seafood, and local nightlife
  • •Jinnamgwan Hall — national treasure pavilion built to honor Admiral Yi Sun-sin
  • •Daegeomdo Island — remote ferry destination with pristine beaches and hiking trails

Getting around: Yeosu is served by KTX high-speed rail from Seoul (about 2.5–3 hours) and Gwangju. Within the city, local buses cover major sights affordably, and taxis are plentiful and inexpensive. Kakao T works well for ride-hailing. Ferries depart from Yeosu Ferry Terminal to outlying islands, and the Odongdo causeway and waterfront are easily explored on foot.

Best time: Late spring (April–May) and early autumn (September–October) offer mild temperatures, calm seas, and clear skies ideal for sightseeing and island hopping.

Local food: Don't miss galchi-jorim (braised hairtail fish), dolsan gat-kimchi made from the region's famous mustard leaf, grilled oysters fresh from the harbor, and a steaming bowl of seafood jeongol hotpot along the Jungangno market strip.

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Encyclopaedia

Yeosu Airport is an airport in Yeosu, South Jeolla Province, South Korea. In 2018, 590,112 passengers used the airport.

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