Overnight layover guide. Sleeping facilities in the public zone or boarding area
Please note that some published services and schedules may be subject to change. If the idea is to spend the night in the public area, consider a plan B in case the stay inside the airport is only allowed for those who are about to board.
Spending the night at the airport
Incheon Airport operates numerous flights and connections worldwide, meaning it remains busy even at night. In addition to being a spacious place with modern facilities, it offers a wide range of interesting activities to keep you entertained while you wait for your flight.
Where to rest: The best option is to stay near the boarding area. Here, the lights are not as bright, and there are numerous comfortable seating options, including reclining chairs and massage seats. In particular, the third and fourth floors feature quiet areas that are ideal for resting. Additionally, both terminals have VIP lounges if you have a higher budget, although most of them close at night. The airport also has transit hotels and capsule hotels for longer rests, and various accommodations in the city provide shuttle services if booked in advance.
Baggage: Left-luggage services operate only from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm.
Food and drink: Various options are available in both terminals, including some outlets that remain open overnight.
Restrooms: Free shower facilities are available on the fourth floor.
Wi-Fi: Free and unlimited.
Other services available around the clock: Currency exchange offices, ATMs, duty-free shops, convenience stores, baby changing facilities, mobile phone services, children's play areas, medical clinics, prayer rooms.
Booking accommodation
Nearby Hotels
There are transit hotels on the fourth floor of both terminals, next to gates 11 and 252. Additionally, there are two capsule hotels on level B1 of the transport centre. Most hotels in the city centre provide shuttle services for their guests.
Grand Hyatt Incheon (1.1 km/0.7 miles)
Incheon Airport Guesthouse (1.4 km/0.9 miles)
Best Western Premier Incheon Airport Hotel (1.4 km/0.9 miles)
Incheon Airport Line Guesthouse (1.4 km/0.9 miles)
Hotel Hu Incheon Airport (1.4 km/0.9 miles)