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Holidays in Jeju

South Korea's volcanic holiday island, with a crater rising from the sea, lava tubes, waterfalls, tangerine farms and black-rock beaches. Here's what Jeju is like, when to go and how long to stay.

NIGHTS AWAY4 to 6
BUDGET££
BEST MONTHSApr–May, Oct
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The green cliffs of Seongsan Ilchulbong crater rising from the sea on Jeju

Jeju at a glance

FLIGHT FROM LONDON
ABOUT 13 HRS
TIME DIFFERENCE
8 HRS AHEAD OF THE UK (9 IN WINTER)
CURRENCY
SOUTH KOREAN WON (₩)
ENTRY
NO VISA FOR UP TO 90 DAYS
PLUGS
TYPE C / F · 220V

UK passport holders are currently exempt from Korea's K-ETA, but the rules can change, so check GOV.UK before you book.

Rough flight times from London.

Best time to visit Jeju

  1. JAN9°C average daytime highCool, windy, quieter
  2. FEB10°C average daytime highCool, quieter
  3. MAR13°C average daytime highCanola flowers, a good time to go
  4. APR18°C average daytime highSpring, best time to go
  5. MAY22°C average daytime highWarm, best time to go
  6. JUN25°C average daytime highWarm, rainy, a good time to go
  7. JUL29°C average daytime highHot, a good time to go
  8. AUG30°C average daytime highHot, a good time to go
  9. SEP27°C average daytime highWarm, typhoons, a good time to go
  10. OCT22°C average daytime highMild, best time to go
  11. NOV16°C average daytime highTangerines, a good time to go
  12. DEC11°C average daytime highCool, quieter

Temperatures are the average daytime high in °C.

April, May and October are best, mild and mostly dry for walking, with yellow canola flowers in spring. July and August are hot and good for the beaches but busy with Korean holidaymakers. Late summer can bring typhoons. Winter is cool and windy but it's tangerine season.

Things to do in Jeju

TICKETED

Seongsan Ilchulbong

Climb the tuff cone for the view into its crater, ideally at sunrise.

OUTDOORS

Hallasan

South Korea's highest mountain. The summit trails need booking ahead online.

TICKETED

Manjanggul lava tube

Walk into a huge lava tunnel, one of the longest in the world.

OUTDOORS

Jeju Olle Trail

A long coastal walking route split into easy sections.

DAY TRIP

Udo island

A small island by ferry, best seen by e-bike, with pale sandy beaches.

FREE

Haenyeo divers

Watch the island's famous women divers come ashore, and try fresh seafood.

TICKETED

Cheonjiyeon Falls

A waterfall in a lush gorge near Seogwipo, lit up at night.

Jeju: common questions

How many days do you need in Jeju?

Four to six days covers the east and west, a climb of Seongsan and a day on Udo. Add Seoul or Busan for a longer trip.

When is the best time to visit Jeju?

April, May and October, around 18 to 22°C. Summer is hot and busy, with typhoon risk in late summer.

How do you get to Jeju?

Fly from Seoul in about an hour, on one of the world's busiest air routes, or from Busan. Some flights also arrive from elsewhere in Asia.

Do you need a car on Jeju?

It helps, but you'll need an International Driving Permit. Buses cover most sights, and taxis and tours fill the gaps.

Is Jeju good for families?

Very. There are easy walks, beaches, lava caves, theme museums and lots of good-value seafood and barbecue.

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