Korean Air
Korean Air guide with airline codes, Seoul Incheon hub, fleet, cabins, baggage, check-in, SKYPASS, SkyTeam, Asiana integration and airport transfers.
- Aircraft
- 169
- Destinations
- 108
- Hubs
- ICN, GMP
- Alliance
- SkyTeam
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About Korean Air
Korean Air is the flag carrier of South Korea. It was founded in 1962 as the state-owned Korean Air Lines, was taken over by the Hanjin Group in 1969 and has used the Korean Air name since 1984. It is headquartered in Gangseo District, Seoul, its parent company is Hanjin KAL, and it is a founding member of the SkyTeam alliance. It runs a trans-Pacific joint venture with Delta Air Lines.
Its international hub is Seoul Incheon International Airport, where it uses Terminal 2, and Seoul Gimpo is its domestic hub; Busan and Jeju are focus cities. From Incheon it serves Japan, China, Southeast Asia, India, the Middle East, Europe, North America and Oceania. Korean Air has owned about 63.9% of Asiana Airlines since December 2024, and the two airlines plan to complete their integration on December 17, 2026, when Asiana becomes part of Korean Air.
The fleet of about 170 aircraft, including freighters, combines Airbus A380, A350, A330, A321neo and A220 jets with Boeing 747-8, 777, 787 and 737 aircraft.
Schedules, aircraft assignments, terminals and fare rules can change. Confirm operational details directly with Korean Air before travel.
Where Korean Air flies
Routes and frequencies change with the season. Some flights sold with a KE flight number are operated by Asiana Airlines, Delta or other SkyTeam partners; check the "operated by" line when you book.
South Korea
Domestic flights link Seoul Gimpo, Busan and Jeju with Cheongju, Daegu, Gwangju, Ulsan, Yeosu and Sacheon.
Japan, China and North Asia
Tokyo Narita and Haneda, Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, Sapporo and Okinawa; Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Shenyang and other cities in China; Hong Kong, Macau, Taipei and Ulaanbaatar.
Southeast Asia and India
Singapore, Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Bali (Denpasar), Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Cebu, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Phnom Penh and Delhi.
North America
Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Las Vegas, Chicago, Washington Dulles, New York JFK, Atlanta and Honolulu in the United States, plus Vancouver in Canada, with onward connections on Delta.
Europe and the Middle East
London Heathrow, Paris Charles de Gaulle, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Madrid, Milan, Vienna, Prague, Budapest and Istanbul, plus Dubai.
Australia and New Zealand
Sydney, Brisbane and Auckland.
Korean Air fleet
Korean Air flies a mixed Airbus and Boeing fleet, plus a large cargo fleet. New Airbus A350s are joining the fleet, and Boeing 777-9 and Airbus A350-1000 aircraft are on order. The aircraft shown at booking is not guaranteed until departure.
Airbus A380 and Boeing 747-8I
Large four-engine aircraft used on high-demand routes such as Los Angeles and New York JFK.
Boeing 777-300ER and 777-300
Long-haul and high-demand regional routes, including London Heathrow, Chicago, Washington Dulles and Singapore. Some 777-300ERs have been refitted with the Premium cabin.
Boeing 787-9 and 787-10
Long-haul routes to Europe, North America and Oceania, and busy routes within Asia.
Airbus A350-900 and A330-300
The A350-900 is the newest widebody in the fleet; the A330-300 flies medium-haul routes in Asia.
Airbus A321neo, A220-300 and Boeing 737
Domestic routes and shorter flights to Japan, China and Southeast Asia, with the 737-800, 737-900, 737-900ER and 737 MAX 8.
Korean Air cabin classes
Cabins depend on the aircraft and route. Check the seat map and fare conditions before you buy.
First Class
Offered on the Airbus A380, Boeing 747-8I and some Boeing 777-300ER aircraft on long-haul routes.
Prestige Class
Korean Air's business class. Seat type depends on the aircraft, from flat-bed seats to Prestige Suites, and Prestige Suites 2.0 with doors on refitted Boeing 777-300ERs.
Premium Class
A premium economy cabin introduced in 2025 on refitted Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, between Prestige and Economy.
Economy Class
The standard cabin on every aircraft. Fare type affects baggage, changes and seat selection.
Practical information
BaggageCabin bags, checked bags, missing luggage
Korean Air baggage allowances depend on the route, the cabin, the fare and SKYPASS or SkyTeam status. Check your booking for the allowance that applies.
Carry-on allowances depend on the cabin: Economy passengers have a smaller allowance than Prestige and First Class passengers. A personal item, such as a handbag or laptop bag, is allowed in addition. Check the size and weight limits for your cabin on koreanair.com before you fly.
Checked allowances vary by route, cabin, fare and status, and are shown in your booking. Routes to and from the Americas can have different rules from routes within Asia.
Sports equipment, pets, oversized items and medical equipment follow separate rules. Check the official Korean Air website before you fly.
Check-in and boardingSteps before departure
Online and mobile check-in opens 48 hours before departure (24 hours for flights to or from the United States and Canada) and closes 1 hour before international flights and 30 minutes before domestic flights. Follow the airport check-in and bag-drop deadlines shown in your booking.
Confirm the operating airline, the Seoul airport (Incheon or Gimpo) and the terminal.
Review passport, visa and entry requirements for your destination.
Check in online or in the Korean Air app as soon as it opens.
Download the mobile boarding pass or print it.
Allow time for bag drop, security and, on international flights, immigration.
Lounges
Korean Air operates its own lounges at Seoul Incheon Terminal 2 and other airports in its network. Access depends on cabin, SKYPASS or SkyTeam status and the itinerary. Check the location and opening hours before you travel.
Loyalty program
SKYPASS is the Korean Air loyalty program. Members earn miles on Korean Air, Delta and other SkyTeam flights and with partner businesses, and redeem them for flights, upgrades and other rewards. As part of the Asiana integration, Korean Air plans to let Asiana Club members transfer their miles to SKYPASS; the final terms are being set with Korean regulators. Program rules change, so check your account for the conditions that apply to your trip.
Flight status and customer serviceOfficial sources
For current operational information, use Korean Air's official services:
koreanair.com for booking, check-in, trip management and flight status
Available for iOS and Android, with mobile check-in, boarding passes and trip management
Korean Air airports
Korean Air flies most international routes from Seoul Incheon and most domestic routes from Seoul Gimpo; these are two different airports. Check which Seoul airport and which terminal are on your booking before you arrange a transfer.
The international hub. Korean Air uses Terminal 2, which it shares with other SkyTeam airlines. Since January 14, 2026, Asiana Airlines has also operated from Terminal 2, so Korean Air and Asiana flights at Incheon depart from the same terminal.
Book a transfer →Airport detailsThe domestic hub in Seoul, with flights to Jeju, Busan and other Korean cities and short international routes to Tokyo Haneda, Osaka and Beijing.
Book a transfer →Airport detailsAirport transportation for Korean Air passengers
Public transport, authorized taxis, shared shuttles or a pre-booked private transfer. Arriving long-haul or with a lot of luggage is the case for booking ahead: fixed price, and a driver in arrivals with your name on a sign.
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Korean Air FAQs
What are Korean Air's airline codes?
Korean Air's IATA code is KE, its ICAO code is KAL, and its callsign is KOREANAIR.
What is Korean Air's main hub?
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the international hub. Seoul Gimpo (GMP) is the domestic hub, and Busan and Jeju are focus cities.
Is Korean Air part of SkyTeam?
Yes. Korean Air is one of the founding members of SkyTeam, which was launched in 2000.
What is Korean Air's frequent-flyer program?
SKYPASS, which uses miles.
Which terminal does Korean Air use at Seoul Incheon?
Korean Air uses Terminal 2 at Incheon International Airport. Asiana Airlines has also used Terminal 2 since January 14, 2026. Confirm on your boarding pass before travel.
Has Korean Air merged with Asiana Airlines?
Korean Air has owned about 63.9% of Asiana Airlines since December 12, 2024, and Asiana has operated as its subsidiary since then. The two airlines plan to complete their integration on December 17, 2026, when Asiana becomes part of Korean Air.
Does Korean Air fly to Cancún?
No. Korean Air does not operate flights to Cancún or elsewhere in Mexico. Travelers can connect in the United States, where some Delta flights to Cancún carry Korean Air flight numbers.
Does Korean Air fly to Los Angeles?
Yes. Korean Air flies between Seoul Incheon and Los Angeles, with Airbus A380 and Boeing 747-8I aircraft on this route.
Does Korean Air fly to New York?
Yes. Korean Air flies between Seoul Incheon and New York JFK, where it uses Terminal 1.
Does Korean Air fly to Bali?
Yes. Korean Air flies between Seoul Incheon and Bali (Denpasar).
When does Korean Air online check-in open?
Online check-in opens 48 hours before departure, or 24 hours before flights to or from the United States and Canada. It closes 1 hour before international flights and 30 minutes before domestic flights.
Is Airport Transportation affiliated with Korean Air?
No. Airport Transportation is an independent transportation-booking platform and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Korean Air.
Information reviewed in October 2026. Airline schedules, fleet figures, baggage rules and passenger services are subject to change.