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Pohang Airport (G-815/K-3) Regional Airport illustrationRegional Airport
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Pohang Airport (G-815/K-3)

Pohang, South Korea
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Dual-use military and civil airport serving Pohang, South Korea.

Opened
1970
Location
Pohang, South Korea
Pohang Airport (IATA: KPO, ICAO: RKTH), also designated G-815/K-3, is a joint-use airport located in Pohang, North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea. It serves both civilian commercial traffic and the Republic of Korea Air Force, functioning as a shared military-civil facility. The airport offers limited domestic routes, primarily connecting Pohang to Gimpo International Airport in Seoul. Due to its relatively small size and the dominance of high-speed rail connections in South Korea, passenger volumes remain modest compared to major Korean airports. Pohang is an important industrial city home to POSCO, one of the world's largest steel producers, giving the airport strategic economic significance for business travelers despite its limited route network.
Terminals
The airport has a single small passenger terminal handling domestic flights only.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include taxis and local buses connecting the airport to central Pohang city.
Airlines here
Korean Air has historically operated the primary domestic service between Pohang and Seoul's Gimpo Airport.
Notable facts
  • ›Pohang Airport is a joint-use military and civilian facility operated with the Republic of Korea Air Force.
  • ›The airport's military designation is K-3/G-815.
  • ›It primarily serves domestic routes, most notably the Pohang–Gimpo (Seoul) corridor.
  • ›Pohang is home to POSCO steelworks, generating significant business travel demand.
  • ›The airport's operations are limited compared to major South Korean airports due to competition from KTX high-speed rail.
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Route map (2 destinations)

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Routes

KPO → GMPKE · 73H
KPO → GMPOZ · 320
KPO → CJUOZ · 320

Aircraft operating here

Airbus A3202 routes73H1 routes
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City & Place Guide

Steel city meets stunning coastline on Korea's eastern shore.

Pohang is a mid-sized industrial city on the east coast of North Gyeongsang Province, best known as the home of POSCO, one of the world's largest steel producers. Despite its industrial reputation, the city offers surprisingly beautiful beaches, rugged sea cliffs, and a vibrant seafood culture that draws Korean visitors year-round.

The downtown area blends modern amenities with traditional markets, and the surrounding coastline stretches into dramatic scenery including the famous Homigot Cape, where Korea greets its first sunrise each New Year. Pohang is compact enough to explore in a long weekend yet rewarding enough to merit a dedicated trip.

  • •Homigot Cape — iconic bronze hand sculpture rising from the sea, famous for New Year sunrise festivals.
  • •Bukbu Beach — popular urban beach with a lively promenade and calm swimming waters.
  • •Guryongpo Japanese Colonial Village — preserved early-20th-century Japanese merchant quarter with museums and cafes.
  • •Jukdo Market — bustling traditional market renowned for ultra-fresh raw fish and seafood stalls.
  • •POSCO Steel Museum — fascinating look at the history and technology of Korean steelmaking.
  • •Yeongil Folk Museum — displays regional history, folk art, and artifacts of the Pohang area.

Getting around: Pohang is served by KTX high-speed rail from Seoul at Pohang Station, making it easy to reach in about two hours. Within the city, an extensive local bus network covers most attractions affordably, and taxis are plentiful and relatively inexpensive. Kakao T ride-hailing works in Pohang and is convenient for non-Korean speakers. Renting a bicycle or car is practical for exploring the coastal road toward Guryongpo and Homigot.

Best time: Late spring (May–June) and early autumn (September–October) offer mild temperatures, clear skies, and the best conditions for beach walks and coastal sightseeing.

Local food: Do not miss mul-hoe (spicy cold raw fish soup) and fresh sashimi at Jukdo Market, along with grilled geoduck clam and the local specialty of guryongpo ggongchi-gui (grilled Pacific saury).

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