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South Korean international flight expansion
Overview
South Korea’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport has finalized a winter flight schedule, effective from October 25, 2026, to March 27, 2027. The plan increases total international regular flights to a maximum of 5,353 per week, exceeding 2019 pre-pandemic levels. This expansion focuses on increasing weekly flights to Japan and China, including the establishment of six new direct routes to China from regional airports such as Busan, Cheongju, and Jeju.
In Japan, Kagoshima Airport has entered its winter schedule with a record 28 weekly flights to South Korea. This increase includes the launch of the first direct service between Kagoshima and Busan via Air Busan. The surge in service is largely attributed to demand from South Korean golf tourists. However, the significant seasonal disparity between winter and summer flight frequencies has raised concerns regarding tourism stability and the ability of aviation service providers to maintain technical skills and safety standards during low-activity periods.
Entities
Korean Air · Kagoshima Airport · Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport · South Korea · Air Busan
Timeline
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesKagoshima Airport expands South Korean flights to record 28 weekly services
Kagoshima Airport's winter schedule features a record 28 weekly flights to South Korea, driven by golf tourism, though seasonal service fluctuations pose challenges for ground handling and summer tourism.
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[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesSouth Korea to increase international flights to Japan and China this winter
South Korea will increase weekly international flights to 5,353 this winter, focusing on expanded routes to Japan and China and new direct connections from regional airports.
Sources
fnn.jp · housing-post.com · isntimes.co.kr · kjopesenter.no · m.sportalkorea.com