SEOUL, South Korea – Korean Air is to launch a nonstop service from Incheon International Airport in Seoul to Yangon, the largest city and centre for trade, industry, entertainment and tourism in Myanmar starting from 13th September.

Korean Air’s new service to Yangon will be operated by B737-800 aircraft with Boeing Sky Interiors and a total capacity of 138 seats. Passengers can enjoy a variety of in-flight entertainment programs with a state-of-the-art AVOD (Audio Video on Demand) system installed in all classes. Additionally, the expanded overhead bins and spacious legroom will ensure extra comfort for passengers.

Korean Air’s new service to Yangon will depart from Seoul Incheon every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 18:05 and will arrive in Yangon at 21:40 the same day. The return flight will depart from Yangon at 23:20, arriving in Seoul Incheon at 07:40 the next day.

With a flying time of approximately six hours, this new Korean Air route ensures travellers from Europe, the Americas and other Asian countries, experience hassle-free journeys to Yangon via Incheon International Airport.

Located in Southeast Asia, well-known for its democracy icon Aung San Suu Kyi, Myanmar is a Buddhist country which fascinates many overseas tourists with its vast array of attractions and the warm hospitality of its people.

Yangon is Myanmar’s largest industrial city and is nicknamed the “city of golden pagodas” best symbolised by its Shwedagon Pagoda, a 99 meter gilded pagoda.

As Myanmar expands its exchange with other countries, the demand for both business and leisure travel is expected to increase. Korean Air will continue to offer its extensive global network with a wider range of options for each of its passengers, delivering true “Excellence in Flight”.