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Which side of the plane to sit from Gimpo International Airport (Seoul) to Ulsan Airport (Ulsan)?

Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from Korea's mountainous interior to the industrial and coastal beauty of the East Sea upon arrival in Ulsan.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Han River Estuary

Aerial view of the Han River as it winds through Gimpo and the western edge of Seoul during takeoff.

🏙️

Seoul Northern Sprawl

Expansive views of the high-rise residential complexes in northern Gyeonggi province.

🏔️

Sobaek Mountain Range

Cruising over the rugged, forested peaks of central South Korea, stunning in autumn and winter.

⚓

Pohang Coastline

Glimpses of the Yeongil Bay and the massive POSCO steelworks as the plane descends south.

🏭

Ulsan Industrial Hub

Dramatic views of Hyundai Heavy Industries, the world's largest shipyard, just before landing.

Book an A or B seat for the best coastal views. Morning flights are ideal as the sun rises over the East Sea, illuminating the shipyards and industrial complexes with a golden glow. Keep your camera ready about 10 minutes before landing for the industrial landscape.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Seoul City Skyline

Distant views of the Lotte World Tower and Namsan Tower against the metropolitan backdrop.

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Suwon Fortress Area

Fly over the historic city of Suwon, where the Hwaseong Fortress walls are sometimes visible.

🐉

Nakdong River

Observation of Korea's longest river snaking through the southern valleys toward the coast.

🏙️

Daegu Basin

A clear view of the dense urban center of Daegu surrounded by its protective ring of mountains.

⛰️

Yeongnam Alps

The scenic mountain clusters surrounding Ulsan, including Sinbulsan and Gajisan, during final approach.

Select a F or K seat to avoid direct glare during morning flights. This side is particularly scenic during late afternoon flights (golden hour) as the sun sets over the inland mountains, highlighting the contours of the Yeongnam Alps.

Top Activities in Ulsan
Route Information

Distance: 316 km (196 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 32 min

Departure: GMP (37.5583, 126.791)

Arrival: USN (35.59349823, 129.352005005)

Route Type: Domestic

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