South Korea's gateway to the scenic Gangwon coast.
Opened
2002
Location
Yangyang, South Korea
Yangyang International Airport (IATA: YNY, ICAO: RKNY) is a public airport located in Yangyang County, Gangwon Province, South Korea. It serves the northeastern coastal region and was developed partly to support tourism to nearby beach resorts and ski areas.
The airport has historically operated with limited scheduled domestic and international routes, with traffic volumes remaining relatively low compared to major South Korean airports. It has periodically seen increased activity tied to charter flights and seasonal tourism demand.
Yangyang is one of several regional airports in South Korea that has struggled to maintain consistent airline service, and portions of the facility have been used by the Republic of Korea Air Force, reflecting its dual civilian-military heritage.
Terminals
The airport has a single passenger terminal capable of handling both domestic and international travelers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport to and from the airport is primarily by bus and taxi, connecting passengers to nearby cities including Sokcho and Gangneung.
Airlines here
Scheduled service has been limited and intermittent, with low-cost carriers such as Jeju Air operating routes at various periods.
Notable facts
- ›Opened in 2002, partly intended to relieve congestion at Gimpo and Incheon airports.
- ›Located approximately 10 km south of Sokcho, a popular tourist destination on the East Sea coast.
- ›The airport shares its runway infrastructure with the Republic of Korea Air Force.
- ›Passenger numbers have historically been very low, leading to concerns about the airport's financial viability.
- ›The airport is positioned near ski resorts in the Taebaek Mountains, supporting winter tourism.
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