Best time to visit Jeju Island (and when it is crowded)

Jeju Island month by month

How crowded Jeju Island gets in each month, so you can pick a quieter time to visit.

Jeju Island in January

Quiet

Jeju Island in February

Quiet

Jeju Island in March

Quiet

Jeju Island in April

Moderate

Jeju Island in May

Packed

Jeju Island in June

Packed

Jeju Island in July

Packed

Jeju Island in August

Packed

Jeju Island in September

Packed

Jeju Island in October

Moderate

Jeju Island in November

Quiet

Jeju Island in December

Quiet

A typical year, week by week

Quieter alternatives

Similar places that stay calmer in peak season.

Keep exploring

• Where to go in January to avoid the crowds
• See the most crowded destinations, ranked by crowd data
• Read our less crowded travel guides

Common questions

Is Jeju Island busy?

Jeju Island gets busiest in May, June, July, August, and September. Crowd levels ease off outside that window, so you can time a trip around the peak.

When is the best time to visit Jeju Island?

For thinner crowds, visit Jeju Island in January, February, March, November, and December, when travel demand is at its lowest.

When is Jeju Island least crowded?

Jeju Island is least crowded in January, February, March, November, and December.