Korean Air
South KoreaAbout the airline
Korean Air (KE/KAL) is South Korea's flagship carrier, founded in 1962 and based in Seoul. Operating from four major hubs including Incheon International Airport, it serves 108 destinations globally with a fleet of 169 aircraft and is recognized as a Skytrax 5-star airline.
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Korean Air (IATA: KE, ICAO: KAL) is the national carrier of South Korea, established in 1962 with operations commencing in 1969. As a founding member of the SkyTeam alliance, the airline connects passengers to 108 destinations across six continents and is among the world's top 20 carriers by passenger volume.
The airline operates from four primary hubs: Incheon International Airport (the main international gateway serving Seoul), Gimhae International Airport (Busan), Gimpo International Airport (domestic Seoul hub), and Jeju International Airport. This hub structure enables extensive connections throughout Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe, and beyond.
Korean Air's fleet of 169 aircraft comprises modern aircraft including the Airbus A380, A330, A321neo, and A220 for passenger services, complemented by Boeing widebodies (777, 787, 747) for long-haul routes. The airline is also the world's top-ranked international cargo carrier, reflecting its operational expertise and network reach.