Jeju Airport Flight Cancellations Due to Strong Winds and Severe Weather Conditions

On the 5th, Children's Day, amid a series of flight cancellations at Jeju International Airport due to sudden wind gusts and worsening weather conditions, the area in front of airline counters is crowded with travelers trying to get tickets. [Image source=Yonhap News]

On the afternoon of Children’s Day, the 5th, flight operations at Jeju International Airport are being disrupted due to bad weather conditions.

According to Korea Airports Corporation Jeju Airport, as of noon on this day, 40 flights (20 departures and 20 arrivals) at Jeju Airport have been canceled.

Most of the canceled flights were scheduled for after 3 p.m.

Jeju Airport explained that cancellations are continuing due to deteriorating weather conditions at Jeju Airport and Gimhae Airport.

Currently, a strong wind warning is in effect for the mountainous areas of Jeju Island, and a strong wind advisory is issued for all other areas except the mountains. Additionally, a sudden wind change advisory is active at Jeju Airport.

The Korea Meteorological Administration urged, "There is a possibility of abnormal flight operations for connecting flights at Jeju Airport due to strong winds and sudden wind changes until early morning on the 6th. Airport users are advised to check flight information in advance."