
International hub · Seoul, South Korea
Seoul/Gimpo International
- Elevation
- 59 ft
- Coordinates
- 37°33′N 126°47′E
- Local time
- Asia/Seoul
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Field information
RKSS runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Seoul/Gimpo International (RKSS/GMP) has 2 runways; the longest, 14L/32R, is 11,811 ft (3,600 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 10. Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3): plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Prior permission required (PPR): our OCC requests it with the handler or airport authority. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at RKSS, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Seoul
Country
South Korea
KR
Municipality
Seoul
Elevation
59 ft
Position
37.5583, 126.7910
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 10
Slots
Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3)
Access
Prior permission required (PPR)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · RKSS
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14L/32R | 11,811 ft (3,600 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 14R/32L | 10,499 ft (3,200 m) | 197 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at RKSS.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Seoul/Gimpo International (RKSS / GMP) in Seoul, South Korea, through one 24/7 OCC desk. RKSS is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at RKSS
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – South Korea
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of South Korea. Applicable permit lead times for South Korea are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for South Korea are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at RKSS
Direct FBO and handler coordination at RKSS covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at RKSS
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at RKSS is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
- 04
Flight Planning & Dispatch to RKSS
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for RKSS: 37° 33′ 30″ N 126° 47′ 28″ E; elevation 59 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Seoul
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Seoul. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at RKSS.
- 06
Cargo Operations at RKSS
Support for freighter operations into RKSS covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where RKSS sits in the network
Nearest airports in our network
- RKSMSinchonri/Seoul AB (K-16)Seoul, South Korea17 NM114°→
- RKSIIncheon InternationalSeoul, South Korea17 NM252°→
- RKNWHoengsong/WonjuHoengsong, South Korea56 NM097°→
- RKTUCheongju InternationalCheongju, South Korea61 NM146°→
- RKNYYangyang InternationalYangyang, South Korea94 NM071°→
- RKJKGunsanGunsan, South Korea100 NM185°→
Operating into RKSS?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Seoul/Gimpo International — one desk for the whole trip.