Question 1

What is the "Taxi Overcharge from Incheon" scam in Seoul?

Accepted Answer

While KAL limousine buses and AREX airport trains are cheap and reliable, some airport taxis use the opportunity to run meters inefficiently or claim highway tolls not actually incurred for the route. Use the AREX train to Hongik University or Seoul Station for a fixed cheap fare. If taking a taxi, use the official Kakao Taxi app which shows fare estimates.

Question 2

What is the "Fake Taxi Meter Refusal from Incheon Airport" scam in Seoul?

Accepted Answer

Some taxi drivers from Incheon International Airport refuse to use the meter, offering flat rates of 100,000–150,000 KRW when the legal metered fare is 60,000–80,000 KRW depending on destination. Use the official KAL Limousine Bus, AREX Express Train, or book an official deluxe taxi from the airport counter. All metered taxis in Korea are required by law to use meters. Report non-compliance to the taxi information board at the airport.

Taxi & Transport Scams in Seoul

Taxi Overcharge from Incheon

Fake Taxi Meter Refusal from Incheon Airport

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