Charging spots sit inside Parking Garage P1 at Gimpo
EV Charging Area P1 sits in the P1 garage at Gimpo International Airport, serving both the International and Domestic terminals via the same structure. You park and plug in, then walk indoors toward the terminal connectors, instead of dealing with outdoor surface lots. Follow signs to P1 as you approach GMP by car; the EV area is signed separately once you’re inside the garage ramps.
This is dedicated EV parking, not just a random charger stuck in a corner of P1, so expect marked bays and cable access right at the space. Because English trip reports are basically silent on this facility, plan as if you might be the only non‑local using it. Have your car’s charging port location and connector type clear before you roll into the lane so you’re not blocking traffic while you shuffle.
Gimpo’s P1 garage links to both the International terminal and the Domestic terminal by pedestrian routes, so factor in at least 5–10 minutes of walking time from the EV section to check‑in. If you’re flying out of Domestic on a tight morning departure bank, build a buffer on top of that for elevator waits and ticketing lines. For International flights, aim to park at least 90 minutes before boarding if you already checked in online.
Pricing in P1 generally follows Gimpo’s standard airport garage rates, which are higher than off‑airport lots within a 10–15 minute radius by car. You’re paying for covered parking plus on‑site charging, not long‑term budget storage. For multi‑day trips, compare your airline’s first‑flight and last‑flight times against the parking clock so you don’t slide into an extra 24‑hour charge band by landing late in the evening.
Payment in Korean airport garages typically runs via automated machines that accept cards and local methods like T‑money, with signage in Korean first and sometimes English second. Keep your parking ticket in your wallet, not the car, so you can pay at a kiosk on the way back from baggage claim. One practical tip: snap a photo of your level, zone, and the “EV Charging Area P1” sign when you park; P1 is big enough that this saves 5–10 minutes of wandering when you return jet‑lagged.