Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Sokcho travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sokcho

With a population of 89,047, Sokcho is a must-see destination in Gangwon-do, South Korea. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Sokcho deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Sokcho

Sokcho in March
Estimated hotel price
£62
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sokcho in March
Estimated hotel price
£62
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Sokcho

Plane

When flying to Sokcho, you’ll arrive at Yangyang Intl (YNY), which is located 11 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Sokcho from the United Kingdom departs from Manchester and takes around 16h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Sokcho is to pick up a car hire from Incheon, which is about 115 miles from Sokcho. You’ll find branches of Wheego and Alamo, among others, in Incheon.

Plane

When flying to Sokcho, you’ll arrive at Yangyang Intl (YNY), which is located 11 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Sokcho from the United Kingdom departs from Manchester and takes around 16h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Sokcho is to pick up a car hire from Incheon, which is about 115 miles from Sokcho. You’ll find branches of Wheego and Alamo, among others, in Incheon.

Airports near Sokcho

WJUWonJu
YNYYangyang Intl

Airlines serving Sokcho

KLM
Good (1,575 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (243 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,317 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,919 reviews)
Air China
Good (166 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
China Southern
Good (172 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,528 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (847 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (562 reviews)
XiamenAir
Good (48 reviews)
Juneyao Airlines
Good (5 reviews)
Jeju Air
Good (38 reviews)
Shanghai Airlines
Good (15 reviews)
Trinity Airways
Good (17 reviews)
Jin Air
Excellent (23 reviews)
Peach
Good (85 reviews)
Air Busan
Excellent (7 reviews)
Air Seoul
Okay (1 reviews)
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Where to stay in Sokcho

From 5-star hotels such as the Cassia Sokcho to great affordable options like the Hotel Amaranth, Sokcho offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £28 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £131 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sokcho E Hotel and Sokcho Hotel The Blue Terra.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sokcho

Most booked hotels in Sokcho

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Ramada by Wyndham Gangwon Sokcho
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£47+
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The Class 300 Hotel
4 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
£28+
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Hiring a car in Sokcho

Expect to pay £1.06 per litre in Sokcho (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £12.63 and £16.84.

Expect to pay £1.06 per litre in Sokcho (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £12.63 and £16.84.

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