South Korea’s Incheon International Airport handled more than 210,000 passengers daily during the Chuseok holiday period. The daily average reached 217,613 travelers, marking the highest daily average for the holiday since the airport opened. This surge represents a 6.4 percent increase compared with last year. Airport officials note that overall passenger volume reached 1.74 million for the eight-day holiday period.
Travelers headed to multiple regions, with Southeast Asia leading at 448,081 passengers. Japan followed closely with 431,827 travelers, while China accounted for 296,168. Airlines operated additional flights to meet growing demand. The airport coordinated with carriers and staff to ensure smooth operations and minimize delays. Increased traffic highlights South Korea’s role as a major international travel hub.
The Chuseok holiday period saw the second-highest passenger volume among all holiday periods in Incheon Airport’s history. Only the Lunar New Year holiday recorded a higher daily average of 219,026. Airport officials emphasized careful planning and coordination across security, immigration, and logistics teams. These measures ensured travelers experienced efficient processing and minimal disruption.
Passengers faced busy terminals but received strong support from airport staff. Services including check-in counters, baggage handling, and customer assistance were expanded to meet demand. In addition, shuttle services and transport connections to Seoul and surrounding areas operated at full capacity. The airport also implemented additional safety protocols and crowd management strategies to maintain passenger comfort.
Airlines reported full occupancy on most flights during peak travel days. Domestic travelers contributed significantly to overall numbers, while international departures and arrivals strengthened South Korea’s tourism sector. The passenger surge underlines the importance of strategic planning for future holiday periods. Analysts suggest that high travel volumes during holidays will continue to increase as South Korea’s economy and tourism sector grow.
The Chuseok holiday at Incheon International Airport set new records in passenger traffic. South Korea’s main gateway managed large crowds efficiently while maintaining safety and service quality. Travelers experienced smooth departures and arrivals thanks to careful coordination among airport staff and airlines.
