22 Hour Long Layover in Incheon Airport | Korean convenience store food, free Transfer Lounge

My K-ETA was not approved in time, so I was stuck in Incheon Airport (Terminal 2) for 22 hours on my way back to Malaysia from New York. A little bummed that I didn't get to spend some time in Seoul, but I made the most out of my time in the airport and manifested a trip (upcoming video hehe)!
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[@Y3.551]

*We’ll transit at Incheon International AIRPORT soon! Thank for showing us everything there* ❤

[@NaomiNg]

You're welcome! Have a safe and fun trip 🙌🏼

[@mikeparker6322]

This must have been a long time ago because I was there last week and everything was open. The showers were open from 0630 and closed from 1000 to 1100 for cleaning. The towel at 7-11 was about $4 dollars. The Starbucks was really packed and the Hanwoo beef burger at the Lotteria Burger stand was really good. Until the end of 2024 a K-ETA is not longer required and I could have just entered S. Korea for 90 days with my US Passport.

[@NaomiNg]

Yes! This was in October 2022. Thanks for sharing the updates!

[@kellyng2250]

Sorry, what is K-ETA ? How about summer 2024 for Canadian ? Does I need a K-ETA Thanks !

[@mikeparker6322]

@@kellyng2250 The K=ETA depends on what country you are from I am American so I do not need a K-ETA for all of 2024

[@MarilouJoyPilla]

​@@kellyng2250We Canadian citizens also don't need K-ETA when entering S.Korea until December 2024

[@victorhgarcia5069]

Thank you, 🍎😊 ,, I just found this info and really needed. Flying to ICN on Apr-13.

[@NaomiNg]

Glad to be of some help! :)

[@rein3684]

Great blog. You deserve more subs. Subbed.

[@NaomiNg]

Thank you for the support!

[@lipsyncsxk]

I have 23hrs layover in Korea next month. This very helpful.

[@NaomiNg]

Glad to know that! If you don't need a visa to enter Korea, you could apply for the K-ETA (if needed) and leave the airport for a few hours :)

[@naraton3889]

I love Incheon Airport, in my opinion it’s one of the best Korea airports in the world or is number 1 in the world than any airport! but here in the American I wish they have airports like this:( but I really enjoy the airport very much everytime I come to Korea almost many times 🇰🇷👌✨ (also nice vlog & keeping up the best to come) 🙌🏼

[@NaomiNg]

Incheon Airport really is amazing! Glad you got such great experiences on your travels :)

[@Carlosthetraveler360]

I have this lay over every year when i travel to my final destination. Here's a tip. Rent an Air BnB somewhere in Incheon. Go try a restaurant. Sleep early and wake up early for your next flight. See if you can change your layover to around 30-36 hour layover. That's better. Every year, I see a new small piece of Unseo. In about 5 years i might get to know the neighborhood well 😂. Seoul is a bit far, and I'm worried about missing my morning flight if i go out that way. Take the train. It’s like 1 to 2 euros or US dollars one way. Fast and super cheap. 100% safe.

[@NaomiNg]

That's such a great idea! I wanted to go out to Seoul, but the K-ETA was required to leave the airport at that point of time and mine wasn't approve in time :(

[@Carlosthetraveler360]

@NaomiNg yours wasn't approved? Oh wow, that sucks. Well, now you don't need it. You can do it, and you don't have to fill out that health card, but Keta costs money, and filling out the card is free and fast. Sounds like you went when things were still strict with covid-19. Last year was the 1st time I didn't need keta. Good luck!!

[@NaomiNg]

It was back in October 2022, where there was an influx of applications. So mine was approved 2 weeks later lol I went to Seoul in April 2023, so it all worked out fine. Nice that you no longer need a K-ETA! Unfortunately, Malaysian passport holders still require it.

[@jonathanpuspito4419]

That;s my favorite airport right there

[@NaomiNg]

For a good reason!

[@bobsyouruncle66]

Great video! Lots of helpful info! I'm flying into Terminal 1 with a 4 hour layover and also flying out of Terminal 1. Is it easy to get to Terminal 2 for the Free transfer lounge?

[@NaomiNg]

Thank you! I think there is a shuttle between both terminals, however you'll need to clear Customs.

[@mochibright4517]

I did the transit tour for my 13 hour layover❤

[@NaomiNg]

Lucky you! So glad the pandemic is over :)

[@trendingwwwandw]

THANKS for sharing your adven😋tures at Incheon Airport yes looks so delicious @6:29 L4

[@NaomiNg]

Always a pleasure making these videos :)

[@cristinebelleza104]

Hi. My i know if you checked out your check in luggage in Incheon or did the airline transferred it for you? Also is there free wifi at the airport? Im going to Vancouver too in Feb with 12 hr layover. Thanks

[@NaomiNg]

Hi, the airline will transfer it for you unless indicated otherwise on your flight ticket. Yes, there is free WiFi at Incheon Airport and even wireless charging!

[@kbong507]

do you have any video about BKK international airport pay vip lounge if you have . Thanks

[@NaomiNg]

Hello, I don't. Perhaps in the future :)

[@justnadia2310]

What kind of camera do you use? The quality is great!

[@NaomiNg]

I use the Canon G7X Mark ii :)

[@justnadia2310]

@@NaomiNg thank you! ☺️

[@calibeach4757]

Question, what size is your carryon luggage? Do they check the carryon measurements? I have a flight next year since you’ve gone through all the process it would be helpful to know what to use for a carryon luggage. Thank you.

[@NaomiNg]

Hi! This is the American Tourister Ellen Spinner 55/20 TSA, it's 55×36x24cm. The carry-on baggage should be the size as recommended by the airline, otherwise you'll have to check it in. I use the carry-on for the things I'll need during a layover (i.e. spare change of clothes, tech accessories, travel-size toiletries).

[@ninahorn]

Did the marina lounge have a shower? And how much did entrance cost?

[@NaomiNg]

Matina Lounge does not have a shower, you can use the free one at the Transfer Lounge if it's open. The entrance to Matina Lounge was around RM96 (approx. USD20), bought as an additional service to my flight ticket on Trip.com

[@kellyng2250]

@@NaomiNg USD20 per hour right ? Thnk

[@MrHappyyellowhead]

snoring asmr lol

[@NaomiNg]

It's true though! Haha

[@ThuyPham-lr5dc]

I took a crap guys, I couldn’t resist…it’s ok understandable after a long flight🎉🎉🎉

[@NaomiNg]

TMI, but happy for you

[@ThuyPham-lr5dc]

@@NaomiNg actually I was joking about your pronunciation of crab…in the buffet…

[@NaomiNg]

Oh! LOL

[@ThuyPham-lr5dc]

@@NaomiNg Thanks Naomi for your review! Going soon!❤️

[@muhammadsulhuzairburhanudd5744]

How much do we need to pay for the lounge? Bed or nap chairs? I will travel and layover for 16 hours before the flight to Japan. Thank You, Naomi.

[@NaomiNg]

For the Transfer Lounge, it's FREE! But if you want to go for the paid Matina Lounge, it's around RM96.

[@jlm1721]

Where in Terminal 2 is the 7/11 located? I didn’t notice it the last time I was around

[@NaomiNg]

It was near Gate 249 - take an escalator up to the 4th floor (if I recall correctly).

[@ping700]

How do you pay stuffs at the airport? Korean cash or US dollars?

[@NaomiNg]

I used credit card. Cash-wise, you should use Korean Won.

[@jimskooboysshaha9678]

Hi! Can i go around the airport without an keta? :)

[@NaomiNg]

Hi! Yes, you can! K-ETA is only needed when you leave the airport.

[@usernature]

Nap room ASMR 🤣

[@NaomiNg]

No better way to describe it! LOL

[@user-fl2rn4ej4u]

where exactly the napping area located?

[@NaomiNg]

It's at the Transfer Lounge at Terminal 2 :)

[@FanUs3r]

Hello! Were you in terminal 1 or terminal 2?

[@NaomiNg]

Hello! I was at Terminal 2 :)

[@kyonarivera902]

does the transfer lounge accept pets?

[@NaomiNg]

I don't know about that, perhaps you'll be able to find the information on the airport's website.

[@muhammadsulhuzairburhanudd5744]

How much do we need to pay for the lounge? Bed or nap chairs? I will travel and layover for 16 hours before the flight to Japan.

[@NaomiNg]

The Transfer Lounge is free! Unless you want to use the Matina Lounge, that is a paid entry for a few hours.

[@clbdyc]

I'm in the nap lounge right now

[@NaomiNg]

Are you getting the ASMR? 🙃

[@clbdyc]

@@NaomiNg what is that?

[@NaomiNg]

@@clbdyc the snoring sounds 😅

[@clbdyc]

What's worse is people that play their music really loud 😓. Ever hear of headphones.

[@NaomiNg]

@@clbdyc oh man.. that's really inconsiderate of them

[@prabhjotsinghsaini7753]

Can we pay for things in usd??

[@NaomiNg]

I don't think so. You can use credit/debit card

[@eusalaroginette8634]

You still need a k-ETA for the tour or go outside ? 😢

[@NaomiNg]

Yes! Make sure you apply early :)

[@xxdugeunxx]

Hi...early as few days or recommended 1month i advance? Please reply...i need to know

[@ninahorn]

Do you have to wear masks at the airport/in flight?

[@NaomiNg]

Not anymore, although it is encouraged.

[@juk2362]

Hi, do you know if you are you allowed to do duty free shopping at Incheon airport if you are at ICN only for transit between international flights?

[@NaomiNg]

Hi, of course you're allowed to! There are shops there for a reason ;)

[@jakolu]

Kind of stupidly bureaucratic that they require K-ETA for those who are already at the airport and in transit. The point of a pre-authorization I figured was to avoid dangerous people (e.g. terrorist risk), or people likely to be denied entry from traveling to the country (avoiding the process of returning the traveler). Once there, immigration officers should be capable of making appropriate judgments regarding entry eligibility (one would think even better than whoever is adjudicating K-ETA applications). But again, the immigration rules at this airport (and maybe in South Korea in general) are overly bureaucratic. A pilot KZbinr had to stay in the airport (due to COVID entry restrictions) because he arrived as a passenger to fly a couple days later, whereas if he had arrived as crew he could have entered Korea. I had to stay overnight at this airport once inside the terminal, as my connecting flight to Tokyo was delayed due to Typhoon and re-scheduled for 6:00AM departure, but since the exit immigration checkpoint wouldn't be open in time to make that flight, no one on the flight was allowed to leave the terminal (unless you wanted to take an even later flight). And it was also not possible to leave and return the same evening (while exit immigration and security was still open) because the flight departure was the next day (according to KE staff). Despite the fact that for late night after-midnight departures a next-day departure date is no problem. Apparently this situation wasn't that unusual at that airport (this was 2010)

[@ayanalinoor5259]

Hii❤❤❤

[@NaomiNg]

Hi, thanks for watching :)

[@templeal]

what is K- TA?

[@NaomiNg]

K-ETA (Korean Electronic Travel Authorization) is somewhat like a visa/permit to enter the country.

[@charmsat30]

Hahahaha the food here sucks, but there's ice creammmm!

[@NaomiNg]

Priorities! hahaha

[@henry909]

What terminal is 7 eleven

[@NaomiNg]

Terminal 2