Seoul: Jeju Air Co., South Korea's leading low-cost carrier, announced plans to increase the frequency of its international flights on 18 routes, expanding to a total of 118 weekly operations through October. This move aims to accommodate the rising demand during the travel season.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the expansion will include seven routes to Japan, three to China, five to Southeast Asia, two to Oceania, and one to Mongolia. The airline plans to operate an additional 53 weekly flights on Japanese routes, which includes 13 flights on the Incheon-Osaka route and 14 flights on the Busan-Fukuoka route. For routes to China, Jeju Air will add seven weekly flights, including three on the Incheon-Weihai route.
"The flight expansion is aimed at improving travel convenience during the peak travel season in July and August, as well as the Chuseok holiday in October," the airline stated. This strategic move is expected to enhance accessibility and convenience for travelers during these busy periods.