Incheon Airport Strike During Chuseok Holiday: Your Ultimate Family Travel Guide
✈️ Planning a long-awaited overseas family trip for the Chuseok holiday? Many of you probably are!
However, recent news of a potential strike at Incheon Airport is causing concern among travelers.
Especially during the Chuseok holiday, airline ticket demand surges. If this strike materializes, it could lead to airport congestion, delays, and even flight cancellations.
So, what should we prepare to ensure a safe family trip this Chuseok?
???? Incheon Airport Strike Situation During Chuseok Holiday
Period: From September 19th throughout the Chuseok holiday period
Participating Personnel: Approximately 15,000
Scope of Impact: Security screening, baggage handling, terminal operations, shuttle trains, etc.
The airport authorities have stated that they will deploy replacement personnel, but
the combination of the holiday peak season + strike makes congestion unavoidable.
???? Expected Inconveniences
Check-in and security screening delays
Delayed baggage arrival
Flight delays and cancellations
Reduced airport shuttle/train service
Increased crowds at boarding gates
???? Family travelers, especially those with children or elderly family members, may experience even greater inconvenience.
???? Chuseok Family Travel Preparation Checklist
1. ✈️ Airline Ticket Booking & Flight Confirmation
Check real-time updates the day before and the day of your flight via the airline app, text message alerts, or website.
Capturing a screenshot of your ticket reservation details can be helpful.
2. ???? Arrive at the Airport at Least 1 Hour Earlier Than Usual
International Flights: Arrive at least 3 hours before departure
Essential to secure ample time as check-in and security lines may be longer.
3. ???? Consider Online Check-in + Using Airport Fast Track
Mobile check-in / Issuing a QR boarding pass → Reduces waiting time
Pre-booking the Fast Track service allows you to pass through security screening quickly.
4. ???? Minimize Baggage
Prepare primarily carry-on items in preparation for potential checked baggage delays.
If checked baggage is essential, consider using a baggage delivery service.
5. ????️ Essential Travel Insurance
Check for coverage for flight cancellation/delay compensation.
May cover accommodation, food expenses, and alternative flight costs in the event of flight delays or cancellations.
Ensure the insurance start time is set to your departure time from home for full coverage.
6. ???? Check Overseas Hotel Reservation Change Policies
Flight delays or cancellations can disrupt your accommodation schedule, so
it's safer to book hotels with free cancellation policies.
7. ???? Book Incheon Airport Parking Valet Service
It's difficult to find parking spaces in the Incheon Airport long-term parking lot during the Chuseok holiday → Strongly recommend airport parking valet service.
You can drop off your car and go straight to the terminal, which is especially useful for families with children.
???? Incheon Airport Transportation & Parking TIP
If using your own car → Pre-book parking valet service
Public Transportation → Use the Airport Railroad or Limousine Bus (severe road congestion during the holiday)
Luggage Storage: Like concerts and large-scale events, it fills up quickly during the holiday, so use it early.
???? In Conclusion
We sincerely hope that the Incheon Airport strike during the Chuseok holiday will be resolved amicably without materializing.
However, if the strike does proceed, only those who have prepared will be able to cope calmly and with composure.
???? If you are planning a family trip this Chuseok,
Confirm your airline ticket booking
Purchase travel insurance
Incheon Airport parking valet service
Use the airport fast track
We highly recommend ensuring you have these four things taken care of.
We hope your Chuseok family trip will be a safe and enjoyable memory! ????
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