Gimhae International Airport is located in Gangseo-gu, Busan, South Korea. It is the second-largest international airport in the country, and the third-busiest in terms of passenger numbers. The airport was opened in 1976, and was initially known as Kimhae Airport. The name was changed to Gimhae International Airport in 1995 in order to reflect the region’s history and traditional culture. The airport is named after Gimhae, an ancient city in the area, which existed more than 3,000 years ago.

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The airport code PUS was chosen to represent the airport's primary location in Busan. The first two letters of the code are derived from the airport’s location in Busan (Pusan). The last two letters of the code are derived from the airport’s name (Gimhae).

Gimhae International Airport serves more than 100 destinations, both domestic and international. It handles more than 100,000 flights each year, with an average of over 300 flights a day. The airport is served by several major airlines, including Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, Jeju Air, Eastar Jet, and Air Busan. In addition, the airport is served by several smaller airlines, including Jin Air, T'way Air, Air Seoul, and Air Busan Express.

The airport is also a major hub for cargo operations, handling more than 1.6 million tons of cargo each year. The airport also serves as a gateway to other parts of South Korea, providing access to cities such as Seoul and Daegu.

Gimhae International Airport has undergone several major expansions in recent years. In 2020, the airport opened a new terminal, which expanded the airport’s capacity to accommodate up to 40 million passengers per year. The airport is also planning to construct a new runway in 2021, which will further increase its capacity.

Gimhae International Airport is a major hub for travel in South Korea, and is an important part of the country’s economy. The airport is well-connected to the rest of the country, and is a key gateway to the region. It is served by a range of major airlines, as well as several smaller ones, making it a convenient option for travellers.