Incheon Airport Strike Update: Real-Time Departure Experience During Chuseok Holiday
With the airport strike scheduled to begin on September 19th during the Chuseok holiday period, many of you planning international trips during the holidays may be worried.
Well, I'm here with a fresh, real-time departure review from Incheon Airport on September 21st!
First off, the weather on the day I went to the airport... even the airport bus was practically empty.
6013 Airport Bus - Konkuk University Timetable
I took the 6013 airport bus from Konkuk University Station. I'm sharing the timetable just in case!
Since my departure was on September 21st, I arrived a comfortable 3 hours before my flight. I even got travel insurance with delay compensation...
But after doing mobile check-in and using self-baggage drop...
...it was over in about 10 minutes!
It seems like it's not too crowded yet, perhaps because the official holiday hasn't started.
Honestly, you wouldn't even know there was a strike if no one told you.
Self-Baggage Drop
I used the self-baggage drop, and it was surprisingly simple and easy.
Just scan your boarding pass and passport, place your luggage on the conveyor belt, and attach the baggage tag!
I highly recommend using the self-service option to save a ton of time!
My luggage check also only took about 10 minutes.
Coming to the airport after a long time, I realized that handling certain tasks with self-service significantly reduces time.
It's a win-win situation...
The world has really improved...
Hana Bank Location - Terminal 1
I hurriedly applied for currency exchange using the Toss app on the airport bus.
The exchange rate wasn't great for Thai Baht, but it was nice to be able to apply for exchange on the same day.
I applied for the exchange at Hana Bank without thinking, but it was conveniently located right near the airport exit, making it easy to find!
Remember to bring your ID!!
For those departing before the official holiday, you can probably relax a little about the airport strike.
Still, it's probably a good idea to arrive early just in case!
The day before departure, complete mobile check-in, assign your seats, and fill out the entry card for the country you are visiting in advance!!
If you have luggage to check, I highly, highly recommend using self-baggage drop.
I wish you all a happy and enjoyable holiday!
And I hope you enjoy my upcoming Thailand travelogue!
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