Soon-to-open Incheon International Airport faces access problems.

From: Airline Industry Information | Date: March 9, 2001 | Copyright information

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South Korea's new Incheon International Airport is due to open on 29 March to replace the country's Gimpo airport as a gateway for international flights.

The opening of the new facility is however surrounded by controversy due to the limited access routes available to travellers. The airport, located about 40 miles west of Seoul, can only be accessed from the city via a new eight-lane highwa...

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