CJU → Jeju Island, South Korea Updated for 2026

Jeju International Airport (CJU) Transfer & Transit Guide [2026]

Jeju International Airport (CJU) sits on South Korea's iconic volcanic island, serving 30 million travelers and anchoring the world's single busiest air route (Seoul Gimpo to Jeju).

Distance 3 km (north)
Official Ride App Kakao T / Uber (UT)
Currency KRW

All Direct Transfer Routes From Jeju International Airport (CJU)

CJU 10 min

Jeju Island (CJU) → Jeju City Center (Shin-Jeju & Dongmun Market)

From: 1,150 KRW (~$0.85)
Top Pick: Jeju Municipal City Bus (#315 / #325 / #365)

Jeju International Airport (CJU) is located just 3 km north of downtown Jeju City. The most convenient budget option is taking Jeju City Bus #315, #325, or #365, which departs every 10 to 15 minutes, whisks passengers to Shin-Jeju or Dongmun Market in 15 minutes, and costs only 1,150 KRW (~$0.85 USD) via T-money transit card. A metered Korean taxi takes just 10 minutes and costs 6,000 - 9,000 KRW (~$4.50 - $6.50 USD).

CJU 45 min

Jeju Island (CJU) → Jungmun Tourist Resort Complex & Seogwipo

From: 5,500 KRW (~$4.00)
Top Pick: Airport Limousine Bus #600

The 5-star beachfront resorts of Jungmun and the scenic southern coast of Seogwipo are situated 42 km south of Jeju Airport (CJU). The premier transit choice is the Airport Limousine Bus #600, which departs every 15 to 20 minutes directly from outside Gate 5, reaches Jungmun Tourist Complex in 50 minutes and Seogwipo Port in 75 minutes, and costs 5,500 KRW (~$4.00 USD). A metered taxi or private transfer takes 45 minutes and costs 35,000 - 45,000 KRW (~$26 - $33 USD).

Terminals & Station Layout

Domestic and international terminals share a spacious concourse on Gate 1-5 where island bus platforms and taxi ranks are clearly marked by destination zone.

Taxi Rules & Scams to Avoid

Korean taxis are strictly regulated and metered; follow signs to the designated short-distance (Jeju City) or long-distance (Seogwipo) taxi bays.

Late-Night Arrivals (After Midnight)

Jeju transit cards (T-money) can be purchased at terminal convenience stores (CU, 7-Eleven) for immediate tap-and-go access to airport limousine buses.

STRESS-FREE DOOR-TO-DOOR OPTION

Prefer a Driver Waiting at Jeju Island (CJU) Arrivals?

Traveling with heavy suitcases, young children, or landing after midnight? Pre-book a fixed-price private airport transfer or express rail pass on Klook with instant confirmation and no meter haggling.

ARRIVAL CONNECTIVITY & RIDE-HAILING TIP

Need Mobile Data at the Terminal for Kakao T / Uber (UT) & Maps?

Airport Wi-Fi often drops outside the terminal curb where Kakao T / Uber (UT) pickup zones are located. Install a local eSIM before your flight so you can order a ride, translate station signs, and show digital train QR tickets immediately after landing.