Korean Air seeks direct flights to Russia
National South Korean airline Korean Air remains ready to consider resuming direct air service with Russia.
Consensus
- Korean Air is discussing the possibility of restoring direct flights to Russia.
- Technical consultations are ongoing between Russia and South Korea regarding the restoration of direct air connectivity.
- Russia maintains contact with South Korea on the issue of restoring direct air travel.
- South Korea has a visa-free policy for Russian citizens, but an electronic permit is required.
Points of divergence
- Korean Air reiterated its position from April, stating it remains open to considering direct flights with Russia if the situation improves. — vm
- In May, Russia's special representative for international cultural cooperation, Mikhail Shvydkoy, discussed the lack of direct air links with Japan. — vm
Coverage (4 sources)
- South Korea wants to restore direct air service with the Russian Federation — Московский кэш
- RIA Novosti: Korean Air ready to discuss resumption of direct flights to Russia — Вечерняя Москва
- South Korean Korean Air ready to discuss resumption of direct flights to Russia. — РИА Новости (Telegram)
- Korean Air ready to consider resuming flights to Russia — Москва 24