What is the Free Transit Tour?
Incheon International Airport provides various tours that include viewing Korea's historical treasures and shopping in the trendiest districts! You will be amazed at how much you can enjoy during your layover. We guarantee that this is a splendid way to experience some of the popular sights and sounds of Korea. Whether you have a couple of hours or longer until your next flight, there are many options to match with your travel schedule and interests. Instead of sitting at the gate and getting bored, come out and make your wait time enjoyable!
Visa or K-ETA issuance is required to enter Korea and join the transit tour.
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Experience the world's best transfer facilities and services
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Visit major cities in Korea (Seoul, Gyeonggi, Incheon) easily
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Participate in various K-Culture experiences
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Choose from various tour packages that cater to different tastes
How to join the tour
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View transit tour details on this page, click 'Book Tour' and access the Incheon International Airport website.
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Incheon International Airport website > Transfer > Transit Tour
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After checking the transit tour and course information, please make reservations through 'Tour Reservation.'
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Visit the Transit Tour Registration desk on the 1st floor after immigration clearance. * All participants must arrive 30 minutes before the tour starts.
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Present reservation number & participate in the tour
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Before passing through the security check in the transit area, join the transit tour by making the onsite reservation at the Transit Tour Information desk (at duty free area of each terminal on 2nd floor) or After passing through the security check in the transit area, make the onsite reservation at the K-Culture Zone or
Transit Tour Information desk (at duty free area of each terminal on 3rd floor) and follow the staff's instruction to join the transit tourBefore passing through the security check in the transit area, join the transit tour by making the onsite reservation at the Transit Tour Information desk (at duty free area of each terminal on 2nd floor)
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After passing through the security check in the transit area, make the onsite reservation at the K-Culture Zone or Transit Tour Information desk (at duty free area of each terminal on 3rd floor) and follow the staff's instruction to join the transit tour - <After Immigration> General Area
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After going through immigration, please visit the Transit Tour Registration desk in the arrival hall on the 1st floor.
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Present documents to participate in the tour (passport/flight ticket)
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All tours are on a first-come, first-served basis.
* Transfer passengers who have entered the duty-free area through transit procedures (without immigration procedures) can receive information at the Transit Tour Information Desk.
Transit Tour Information& Registration Desk
Terminal 1
Terminal 2
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Opening hours
06:00 ~ 18:00 (Korea Standard Time)
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Tel
T1 : +82-32-741-3139 , T2 : +82-32-741-0060
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E-mail
Terms and Conditions
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Visa or K-ETA issuance is required to enter Korea and join the transit tour.
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For reservations, your passport and both arrival & departure boarding passes will be required.
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All tours are on a first-come, first-served basis.
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All tours are offered free of charge excluding admission fee.
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Visitors who are eligible to enter Korea can join the tour.
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Participants arriving at the concourse must reach the registration desk at Terminal 1 & 2 by taking the shuttle train at basement level.
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Tour programs are subject to change without prior notice.
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Each tour quota will be priortized to participants reserved via online.
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Korea immigration does not allow multiple entries during one single trip to Korea.
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As a tour service provider, we cannot engage in any personal immigration-related matters which are under the jurisdiction of Korea Immigration Office.
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You can purchase travel insurance at the registration desk that fits your needs.
2023 Free Transit Tourism Souvenir Giveaway Event
January 26 - March 18, 2023
Korea Tourism Organization offers
4 types of Exclusive Transit Tourism Souvenirs Set
Souvenirs are only available for Transit Tour participants. Please visit and claim at the information desk.
Souvenir set : Passport Holder, Luggage Strap, Souvenir Magnets, Suitcase Stickers
Souvenir set : Passport Holder, Luggage Strap,
Souvenir Magnets, Suitcase Stickers
FAQ
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How do I sign up for a tour?
- Participants can register online in advance or visit the main registration desk on the 1st floor with travel documents. All participants must arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of the tour.
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Are all transit tours free of charge?
- Generally, they are offered for free but some additional fee such as admission fees and experience fees may occur depending on the tour. Details can be found on each tour information page.
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In order to show up on time, any important tips?
In order to show up on time,
any important tips? - Please avoid transferring to the Departure on the 3rd floor, instead rush to the registration desk on the 1st floor after passing through the immigration process.
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Do wait-listed participants still have a chance to join the tour?
Do wait-listed participants still have
a chance to join the tour? - If participants do not show up for their online reservations, those seats will be available starting 30 minutes before the tour.
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Can I use luggage storage facilities?
- Participants can leave their luggage at the Free Korea Transit Tour desk before joining the tour. However, all luggage must be picked up by 18:00.
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Do you provide items to deal with bad weather?
- Incheon International Airport provides umbrella on a rainy day and warm jacket in winter season.
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Can I stay longer than the scheduled course time?
Can I stay longer than the scheduled
course time? - As long as your flight schedule allows, you are welcome to explore Korea as much as you desire. However, we suggest you to consult your tour guide in advance. We recommend you arrive at the airport at least a few hours prior to the departure to avoid unexpected congestion.
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How do I return to the airport if I lost the group at the last meeting place?
How do I return to the airport if I lost
the group at the last meeting place? - If participants do not show up at the last meeting point on time, they are responsible for transit back to Incheon International Airport and the entire liability goes to the participant.
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Is the "No-Visa Entry Policy for Foreigners in Transit" operating?
Is the "No-Visa Entry Policy for Foreigners
in Transit" operating? -
The "No-Visa Entry Policy for Foreigners in Transit" is currently temporarily suspended due to COVID-19, and a K-ETA approval is required in order to participate in the transit tour.
Visitors who could enter Korea without a visa before are also required to get the K-ETA approval now.
(Nationals of visa-free entry countries who are eligible to apply K-ETA, must obtain K-ETA approval before boarding the flight or vessel. Please be aware that the assessment can take more than 72 hours due to unexpected increase of applications. Therefore, please apply for the K-ETA with sufficient time in advance.)
The validity period of K-ETA is 2 years from the date of authorization. The approval of K-ETA does not guarantee admission to the Republic of Korea. The Korea Immigration Service officer at a port of entry will have the final determination.
You can check your eligibility for K-ETA and VISA on the websites listed below.
VISA (https://www.visa.go.kr/ )
K-ETA (https://www.k-eta.go.kr/portal/apply/index.do?locale=EN ) -
What is K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization)?
What is K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel
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K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) is an online electronic travel authorization for visitors from visa-free agreement countries and it must be obtained before boarding on a plane or a vessel to Korea.
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What is Q-CODE (Quarantine Information Pre-Entry System)?
What is Q-CODE (Quarantine Information
Pre-Entry System)? - Q-CODE is a quarantine information pre-entry system established by the Korean Division of Chronic Disease Control to prevent various diseases and to ensure safety of visitors to Korea. Regardless of the purpose of visit such as tourism, visiting family, etc., anyone, including Koreans and foreigners, entering Korea can shorten quarantine inspection time by submitting their quarantine information on Q-CODE prior to boarding. Mandatory information include a valid passport, valid email address, valid plane ticket, and personal health information.
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Is PCR test required when entering Korea?
- No, usually PCR test is not required when entering Korea. However, this requirement is subject to change, please confirm related issues in advance.
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How can I get to the city from the airport terminals?
How can I get to the city from
the airport terminals? - If you are participating in a Free Transit Tour, transportation (bus) will be provided. If you are traveling by yourself, you can take the airport express bus, airport express railway, city bus, subway, or taxi.
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Is there free wifi at Incheon International Airport?
Is there free wifi
at Incheon International Airport? - Yes, Incheon International Airport offers free wifi throughout the airport, and offers an internet area with computers provided. In order to use the free wifi log into 'Airport WIFI' with your laptop (with WLAN) or smartphone.
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Among the transit tours offered by Incheon International Airport, are there any that include accommodation instead of a one-day tour?
Among the transit tours offered by
Incheon International Airport, are there any that
include accommodation instead of
a one-day tour? - Incheon International Airport currently offers stopover products that include accommodation. For more information, please visit the K-STOPOVER website (https://www.k-stopover.com) directly or by clicking the stopover image below.
