Czech airlines status match special will allow you to get an OK Plus Silver or Gold Card with all of the above-standard advantages these cards feature for just a single flight with Czech Airlines. All that is required is that you hold a card of the same level from another airline.
How to make use of the Czech airlines status match special?
All you need to do is purchase a ticket for OK flight operated by Czech Airlines and complete the application for the issuing of an OK Plus Card.
Please send the completed application and a copy of your existing card as a scan in an e-mail attachment, or in person to a Czech Airlines office near you.
http://www.czechairlines.co.uk/en/portal/loyalty_programs/ffp_okplus/card_match.htm
Further abroad, delta skymiles,airfrance KLM,Aeroflot, Aeroméxico, Air Europa, Alitalia, Kenya Airways and Tarom are all SkyTeam members, and will honour elite status on their own flights.
See what it's like to be a valued customer
OK Plus Silver and Gold Card holders can enjoy unique advantages. With us, you can, for example, travel in Business Class even if you have purchased an Economy Class ticket. But we offer you many more advantages.
E-mail: okplus@csa.cz
Rules of the Card Match special:
If you are holder of a card on the level of the OK Plus Silver, Gold, or Platinum Card from another airline (outside of the SkyTeam Alliance), we will give you a card of the same level (but no higher than the OK Plus Gold Card)
To get the card, you only need to purchase and fly on a ticket for an OK flight operated by Czech Airlines for which OK Plus miles are credited to at least 100%. The flight must be flown after the delivery of a completed form to a Czech Airlines branch and the miles must be credited for it in the OK Plus Programme.
The application and a copy (scan) of your existing card from another airline can be submitted as a scanned document in an e-mail attachment, by post or in person to a Czech Airlines office near you
The OK Plus Card of the corresponding level will be sent to the address you provided in the OK Plus Programme immediately after your flight
Depending on the contact address, the delivery of the card may take up to four weeks
All other rules of the OK Programme General Rules apply
Saturday, July 30, 2011
AY to fly Helsinki to Lyon france
In April 2012 Finnair will start a daily direct route from Helsinki to Lyon in east-central France. For residents of France's second largest city and its surroundings, the route provides not only a convenient service to Finland, but also smooth connections to all of Finnair's Asian destinations. The new service will also be served well connected to Finnair's domestic routes.
The route will be flown twice daily as of 2 April 2012. Morning flights from HEL to LYS will depart at 7:50am and afternoon flights daily at 4pm. Morning flights from Lyon to Helsinki will depart daily at 10:45am and evening flights at 6:50pm. The route will be flown with Embraer E-190 aircraft.
"For passengers travelling from Asia, Finnair offers very fast connections to a comprehensive European route network that will be further enhanced with the addition of Lyon," says Ville Iho, Senior Vice President, Operations.
Situated where the Rhône and Saône rivers converge, Lyon has a population of over 1.2 million, and its metropolitan area is the second largest in France. A convenient tram service connects Lyon-Saint Exupéry International Airport to the city centre in just half an hour. The airport is also served by direct high-speed TGV train connections to other parts of France and Italy. Lyon is also an excellent hub for tourists travelling to hike or ski in the Alps, for example in Grenoble or Miribel.
The route will be flown twice daily as of 2 April 2012. Morning flights from HEL to LYS will depart at 7:50am and afternoon flights daily at 4pm. Morning flights from Lyon to Helsinki will depart daily at 10:45am and evening flights at 6:50pm. The route will be flown with Embraer E-190 aircraft.
"For passengers travelling from Asia, Finnair offers very fast connections to a comprehensive European route network that will be further enhanced with the addition of Lyon," says Ville Iho, Senior Vice President, Operations.
Situated where the Rhône and Saône rivers converge, Lyon has a population of over 1.2 million, and its metropolitan area is the second largest in France. A convenient tram service connects Lyon-Saint Exupéry International Airport to the city centre in just half an hour. The airport is also served by direct high-speed TGV train connections to other parts of France and Italy. Lyon is also an excellent hub for tourists travelling to hike or ski in the Alps, for example in Grenoble or Miribel.
book cheap train tickets on lufthansa.com
It is now easier than ever to book a rail ticket to the airport to catch a Lufthansa flight. Low-priced train tickets can be booked directly via www.lufthansa.com. When booking a flight online, passengers simply need to click on the new “Rail&Fly” option, then select their route and their travel class. Previously rail tickets had to be booked separately.
Rail&Fly - is offering you advantages
Comfortable trip to your airport from more than 5.600 Deutsche Bahn train stations. Very convenient - The Rail&Fly ticket is valid one day before departure and one day after returning to Germany, as well as on the date of travel. You have free choice of trains - the Rail&Fly Ticket is not limited to specific trains. You may also use IC/EC (InterCity, EuroCity) and ICE (Intercity Express) trains at no extra charge.
Detailed information about the Rail&Fly offer is available on the Lufthansa website at www.lufthansa.com/de/en/The-train-to-the-plane.
A Rail&Fly ticket to the departure airport for an international Lufthansa flight can be added to the flight booking for only 25 euros in 2nd class and 45 euros in 1st class. The price for a round-trip ticket is 50 euros or 90 euros respectively. The Rail&Fly ticket can be used on nearly all Deutsche Bahn trains, including the ICE. More than 5,600 DB railway stations throughout Germany qualify as departure stations.
Once their flight booking has been confirmed, passengers can simply print out their rail ticket at their own convenience. They will also receive a separate confirmation by email, containing all their travel information and the link to the train ticket. In addition to their plane ticket, passengers will be required to show their credit card, EC card or DB BahnCard as identification on the train.
Rail&Fly - is offering you advantages
Comfortable trip to your airport from more than 5.600 Deutsche Bahn train stations. Very convenient - The Rail&Fly ticket is valid one day before departure and one day after returning to Germany, as well as on the date of travel. You have free choice of trains - the Rail&Fly Ticket is not limited to specific trains. You may also use IC/EC (InterCity, EuroCity) and ICE (Intercity Express) trains at no extra charge.
Detailed information about the Rail&Fly offer is available on the Lufthansa website at www.lufthansa.com/de/en/The-train-to-the-plane.
A Rail&Fly ticket to the departure airport for an international Lufthansa flight can be added to the flight booking for only 25 euros in 2nd class and 45 euros in 1st class. The price for a round-trip ticket is 50 euros or 90 euros respectively. The Rail&Fly ticket can be used on nearly all Deutsche Bahn trains, including the ICE. More than 5,600 DB railway stations throughout Germany qualify as departure stations.
Once their flight booking has been confirmed, passengers can simply print out their rail ticket at their own convenience. They will also receive a separate confirmation by email, containing all their travel information and the link to the train ticket. In addition to their plane ticket, passengers will be required to show their credit card, EC card or DB BahnCard as identification on the train.
Star Alliance members ANA Lufthansa Joint Venture
ANA, Japan’s largest airline, and Deutsche Lufthansa AG, Europe’s leading airline, are announcing that they are launching a strategic joint venture with each other on Japan-Europe routes after ANA receiving Anti-Trust Immunity (ATI) approval from the Japanese Ministry of Land Infrastructure and Transport. This latest agreement between the two Star Alliance members follows the launch of a similar joint venture between ANA and United Airlines on trans-Pacific routes in April.
Christoph Franz, Chairman of the Executive Board & Chief Executive Officer Deutsche Lufthansa AG, said: “This approval marks a great step forward for our customers. Optimised flight schedules will better enable them in future to plan their trips between Japan and Europe. We look forward to this opportunity to consolidate our cooperation with ANA, which signifies a further milestone that will bring the two economic areas closer together. After the tragic earthquake, the go-ahead for our joint venture is a sign that Japan is looking to the future.”
The joint venture with Lufthansa will improve the level of service offered to passengers by allowing ANA and Lufthansa to work together on schedule coordination and joint product sales. Customers will benefit from seamless transfers and better connections. The two carriers aim to introduce the new joint venture within the 2011 winter timetable.
Shinichiro Ito, ANA President and CEO, said: “I’m delighted that we have received official approval to operate the only joint venture on Japan-Europe routes. This agreement will further improve the level of service we offer to passengers and boost our company’s international competitiveness.”
Christoph Franz, Chairman of the Executive Board & Chief Executive Officer Deutsche Lufthansa AG, said: “This approval marks a great step forward for our customers. Optimised flight schedules will better enable them in future to plan their trips between Japan and Europe. We look forward to this opportunity to consolidate our cooperation with ANA, which signifies a further milestone that will bring the two economic areas closer together. After the tragic earthquake, the go-ahead for our joint venture is a sign that Japan is looking to the future.”
The joint venture with Lufthansa will improve the level of service offered to passengers by allowing ANA and Lufthansa to work together on schedule coordination and joint product sales. Customers will benefit from seamless transfers and better connections. The two carriers aim to introduce the new joint venture within the 2011 winter timetable.
Shinichiro Ito, ANA President and CEO, said: “I’m delighted that we have received official approval to operate the only joint venture on Japan-Europe routes. This agreement will further improve the level of service we offer to passengers and boost our company’s international competitiveness.”
Qatar increase doha to Saudi Arabia flights
Qatar Airways has increased flights to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the launch of a fourth destination in the country – four-flights-a-week to the holy city of Medina.
The carrier recently boosted capacity to Saudi Arabia with 14 weekly flights to the capital Riyadh; 14 services-a-week to the Red Sea port city of Jeddah; and 28 weekly flights to the key commercial hub of Dammam.
Depart Doha QR730 at 1405 hrs, arrive Medina 1625 hrs
Depart Medina QR731 at 1725 hrs, arrive Doha 1935 hrs
Fridays and Sundays
Depart Doha QR732 at 0715 hrs, arrive Medina 0935 hrs
Depart Medina QR733 at 1035 hrs, arrive Doha 1245 hrs
Medina is known as the second holiest city after Mecca, a place visited by Muslims from around the world.
Passengers flying to Medina can travel in comfort from more than 100 destinations served by Qatar Airways across Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, North America and South America, via the airline’s Doha hub with the shortest possible connecting time.
Qatar Airways' Airbus A320 Serves Medina
“We will now be able to fulfill the long-felt need of our customers, especially as we welcome the Holy month of Ramadan in a few weeks from now.
“As the route to Medina develops, we will also look to add frequency and capacity to improve connectivity even further,” added Al Baker.
The Doha – Medina route is operated with an Airbus A320 in a two-class configuration of 12 seats in First Class and 132 in Economy.
Qatar Airways’ expansion continues relentlessly later this month, extending its reach in South Asia with the launch of flights to Kolkata – formerly known as Calcutta – the commercial capital of eastern India from July 27. Kolkata becomes the 12th destination served by Qatar Airways across India.
The carrier recently boosted capacity to Saudi Arabia with 14 weekly flights to the capital Riyadh; 14 services-a-week to the Red Sea port city of Jeddah; and 28 weekly flights to the key commercial hub of Dammam.
Depart Doha QR730 at 1405 hrs, arrive Medina 1625 hrs
Depart Medina QR731 at 1725 hrs, arrive Doha 1935 hrs
Fridays and Sundays
Depart Doha QR732 at 0715 hrs, arrive Medina 0935 hrs
Depart Medina QR733 at 1035 hrs, arrive Doha 1245 hrs
Medina is known as the second holiest city after Mecca, a place visited by Muslims from around the world.
Passengers flying to Medina can travel in comfort from more than 100 destinations served by Qatar Airways across Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, North America and South America, via the airline’s Doha hub with the shortest possible connecting time.
Qatar Airways' Airbus A320 Serves Medina
“We will now be able to fulfill the long-felt need of our customers, especially as we welcome the Holy month of Ramadan in a few weeks from now.
“As the route to Medina develops, we will also look to add frequency and capacity to improve connectivity even further,” added Al Baker.
The Doha – Medina route is operated with an Airbus A320 in a two-class configuration of 12 seats in First Class and 132 in Economy.
Qatar Airways’ expansion continues relentlessly later this month, extending its reach in South Asia with the launch of flights to Kolkata – formerly known as Calcutta – the commercial capital of eastern India from July 27. Kolkata becomes the 12th destination served by Qatar Airways across India.
HongKong to Seoul with Korean Air a380
Korean Air has launched scheduled Airbus A380 flight between Seoul Incheon airport and Hong Kong from June 1.The tickets are now open for sale.
The flight will take off from Seoul ICN at 20:00pm to HKG, Hong Kong and arriving at 22:30pm (all local times) on the same day. The airline's premier A380 flight services will be allocated the codename "KE380" in order to mark this special and most historic occasion.
The introduction of the super jumbo aircraft is expected to increase passengers from China, Japan, and East Asia transferring to the US and Europe, accelerating Incheon International Airport's goal of becoming a global aviation hub.
Korean Air’s A380 is one of the most spacious in the industry. Korean Air’s Business Class, called Prestige Class, will have 94 full-flat sleepers with 188cm (74 inches) between seats and extra large seat partitions offering the comfort and privacy normally reserved for First Class passengers on other airlines. The Economy Class seats are spaced at 86cm (34 inches) apart and Korean Air’s Prestige Class pitch is 188cm (74 inches).
The airline’s A380 will have a total of only 407 seats: 12 First Class and 301 Economy Class seats on the first level, and the 94 Prestige Class seats on the upper deck. It is the first airline to devote the entire A380 second level to the business flyer. A stylish and comfy onboard bar and lounge area with an interior design mode fitting that of this classy, new aircraft is also installed in the airline's A380, where passengers can fully relax while sampling Korean Air's selection of exclusive cocktails during their flight.
Korean Air has ordered ten A380 aircraft with the first five to be delivered by the end of 2011 and an additional five by 2014.
The introduction of the super jumbo aircraft is expected to increase passengers from China, Japan, and East Asia transferring to the US and Europe, accelerating Incheon International Airport's goal of becoming a global aviation hub.
Korean Air has ordered 10 A380 aircraft with the first five to be delivered by the end of 2011 and an additional five by 2014.
The flight will take off from Seoul ICN at 20:00pm to HKG, Hong Kong and arriving at 22:30pm (all local times) on the same day. The airline's premier A380 flight services will be allocated the codename "KE380" in order to mark this special and most historic occasion.
The introduction of the super jumbo aircraft is expected to increase passengers from China, Japan, and East Asia transferring to the US and Europe, accelerating Incheon International Airport's goal of becoming a global aviation hub.
Korean Air’s A380 is one of the most spacious in the industry. Korean Air’s Business Class, called Prestige Class, will have 94 full-flat sleepers with 188cm (74 inches) between seats and extra large seat partitions offering the comfort and privacy normally reserved for First Class passengers on other airlines. The Economy Class seats are spaced at 86cm (34 inches) apart and Korean Air’s Prestige Class pitch is 188cm (74 inches).
The airline’s A380 will have a total of only 407 seats: 12 First Class and 301 Economy Class seats on the first level, and the 94 Prestige Class seats on the upper deck. It is the first airline to devote the entire A380 second level to the business flyer. A stylish and comfy onboard bar and lounge area with an interior design mode fitting that of this classy, new aircraft is also installed in the airline's A380, where passengers can fully relax while sampling Korean Air's selection of exclusive cocktails during their flight.
Korean Air has ordered ten A380 aircraft with the first five to be delivered by the end of 2011 and an additional five by 2014.
The introduction of the super jumbo aircraft is expected to increase passengers from China, Japan, and East Asia transferring to the US and Europe, accelerating Incheon International Airport's goal of becoming a global aviation hub.
Korean Air has ordered 10 A380 aircraft with the first five to be delivered by the end of 2011 and an additional five by 2014.
cx/Alaska Air codeshare on Mexico flights
Cathay Pacific Airways announced an extension of partnership with Alaska Airlines to cover two destinations in Mexico via the Los Angeles hub of the US carrier. The flights are open for booking now for travel from 15 June.
Under the agreement, Cathay Pacific's “CX” code will be placed on Alaska Airlines’ flights operating between Los Angeles and both Mexico City and Guadalajara in Mexico.
Elsewhere in Latin America, the Hong Kong airline has code-share arrangements in place with LAN on flights to Santiago and with LAN Peru to Lima.
Cathay Pacific Chief Executive John Slosar said: “We first entered the Latin American market in May 2010 and we are glad to see a further expansion of our presence there with Alaska Airlines, offering seamless connections for our passengers flying to Mexico.”
Cathay Pacific began cooperating with Alaska Airlines in October 2010 and is currently code-sharing on the US carrier’s services from Los Angeles, San Francisco and Vancouver to Seattle and Portland.
Under the agreement, Cathay Pacific's “CX” code will be placed on Alaska Airlines’ flights operating between Los Angeles and both Mexico City and Guadalajara in Mexico.
Elsewhere in Latin America, the Hong Kong airline has code-share arrangements in place with LAN on flights to Santiago and with LAN Peru to Lima.
Cathay Pacific Chief Executive John Slosar said: “We first entered the Latin American market in May 2010 and we are glad to see a further expansion of our presence there with Alaska Airlines, offering seamless connections for our passengers flying to Mexico.”
Cathay Pacific began cooperating with Alaska Airlines in October 2010 and is currently code-sharing on the US carrier’s services from Los Angeles, San Francisco and Vancouver to Seattle and Portland.
Singapore Kolkata route with SQ/SilkAir
SilkAir, the regional wing of Singapore Airlines, will begin four-times-weekly services to Kolkata. Together with Singapore Airlines' three weekly flights to the Indian city, both airlines will operate a total of seven round-trip services per week. Singapore Airlines' flights will be on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday while SilkAir will operate its flights on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.
Kolkata is a vibrant city that is rich in culture and history and known as the commercial capital of east India. It also serves as a base for many multi-national companies. SilkAir looks forward to serving both leisure and business travellers alike on the Singapore Kolkata route from 1 August, complementing the services already offered by our parent company, Singapore Airlines. Additionally, we're offering customers convenient onward connections to more than 90 cities in the joint Singapore Airlines -- SilkAir network."
"With the launch of SilkAir's services from Singapore to Kolkata, we will together be operating daily flights, providing our customers even more choices and convenience. The increase in flight frequency demonstrates our strong commitment to India and our dedication to further growing the market," said Mr. Tan Chik Quee,
Singapore Airlines' Senior Vice President, Marketing.
The capital of the Indian state of West Bengal, Kolkata is the main business, commercial and financial hub of East India and is home to India's oldest stock exchange company, the Calcutta Stock Exchange. Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, is a destination of significant historical interest and heritage, with a rich collection of museums, libraries, historic hotels, city parks, statues and memorials. Unlike many cities in North India, much of the architecture found in Kolkata is reminiscent of the European, and particularly British, styles. The flights are subject to governmental approvals, with schedules subject to slot availability
Kolkata is a vibrant city that is rich in culture and history and known as the commercial capital of east India. It also serves as a base for many multi-national companies. SilkAir looks forward to serving both leisure and business travellers alike on the Singapore Kolkata route from 1 August, complementing the services already offered by our parent company, Singapore Airlines. Additionally, we're offering customers convenient onward connections to more than 90 cities in the joint Singapore Airlines -- SilkAir network."
"With the launch of SilkAir's services from Singapore to Kolkata, we will together be operating daily flights, providing our customers even more choices and convenience. The increase in flight frequency demonstrates our strong commitment to India and our dedication to further growing the market," said Mr. Tan Chik Quee,
Singapore Airlines' Senior Vice President, Marketing.
The capital of the Indian state of West Bengal, Kolkata is the main business, commercial and financial hub of East India and is home to India's oldest stock exchange company, the Calcutta Stock Exchange. Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, is a destination of significant historical interest and heritage, with a rich collection of museums, libraries, historic hotels, city parks, statues and memorials. Unlike many cities in North India, much of the architecture found in Kolkata is reminiscent of the European, and particularly British, styles. The flights are subject to governmental approvals, with schedules subject to slot availability
SK Shanghai Copenhagen nonstop flights
Scandinavian Airlines to begin fly Copenhagen Shanghai route March 1, 2012. The five weekly service will offer short and smooth connections to European destinations such as London, Munich, Paris to Shanghai. From Shanghai, both SAS partners Air China and Shanghai Airlines offer a wide range of onward destinations, specifically in Southern China, but also across Asia.
Departures from Copenhagen on SK997, will be on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 18.25, arriving the following day in Shanghai at 11.35. Departures from Shanghai on SK998, will be at 13.25 on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
The CPH PVG route will be served by an Airbus A340-300 aircraft, offering 245 seats in a three class configuration of Business, Economy Extra and Economy.
"The demand for traffic to China is again growing significantly and we see the need for an additional route, complementing our successful Copenhagen-Beijing and other Asian routes. This new service also offers a multitude of smooth transfers on both ends, making it an accessible and quick route for many European and Asian travelers," says Robin Kamark, Chief Commercial Officer, Scandinavian Airlines.
Departures from Copenhagen on SK997, will be on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 18.25, arriving the following day in Shanghai at 11.35. Departures from Shanghai on SK998, will be at 13.25 on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
The CPH PVG route will be served by an Airbus A340-300 aircraft, offering 245 seats in a three class configuration of Business, Economy Extra and Economy.
"The demand for traffic to China is again growing significantly and we see the need for an additional route, complementing our successful Copenhagen-Beijing and other Asian routes. This new service also offers a multitude of smooth transfers on both ends, making it an accessible and quick route for many European and Asian travelers," says Robin Kamark, Chief Commercial Officer, Scandinavian Airlines.
Austrian Airlines A320 seats offer more legroom
Austrian Airlines has completed the conversion of its type A320 aircraft to the new interior furnishings. This means the airline has successfully implemented another key measure designed to improve its product quality.
By September 2011, Austrian Airlines will also refurbish its 11 Boeing 737 aircraft. That means the 32 aircraft of the medium-haul fleet of Austrian Airlines will be operational in the new interior design and fitted with the new, modern leather seats.
[New seat provides more legroom]
The core element of the new cabin is a completely redeveloped seat with a light construction. The new seat offers a range of benefits: its magazine pocket has been moved upwards on the back of the seat, and the coat hook to the outer side. The seat's innovative construction gives passengers - there will be minor differences depending on the aircraft type - up to 10 cm more legroom. The seat is also between 3 and 5 kilos lighter than its predecessor. That will allow Austrian Airlines to save a total of 14,304 kilos of weight every year, reducing consumption of kerosene, providing a real environmental benefit. The new seat also takes up less space. Therefore an average of almost 5 additional seats can be installed in each aircraft. The seat is covered in high-quality leather.
The Austrian Airlines Executive Board, Peter Malanik and Andreas Bierwirth, said the following: "The new cabin is an important step for us: we improve the quality of our product for our passengers, we save fuel, we help the environment and we reduce our unit costs."
The colour of the new design differs clearly from the previous Austrian image. The seats and carpeting are in an elegant grey, set off by accents in a typically Austrian red.
By September 2011, Austrian Airlines will also refurbish its 11 Boeing 737 aircraft. That means the 32 aircraft of the medium-haul fleet of Austrian Airlines will be operational in the new interior design and fitted with the new, modern leather seats.
[New seat provides more legroom]
The core element of the new cabin is a completely redeveloped seat with a light construction. The new seat offers a range of benefits: its magazine pocket has been moved upwards on the back of the seat, and the coat hook to the outer side. The seat's innovative construction gives passengers - there will be minor differences depending on the aircraft type - up to 10 cm more legroom. The seat is also between 3 and 5 kilos lighter than its predecessor. That will allow Austrian Airlines to save a total of 14,304 kilos of weight every year, reducing consumption of kerosene, providing a real environmental benefit. The new seat also takes up less space. Therefore an average of almost 5 additional seats can be installed in each aircraft. The seat is covered in high-quality leather.
The Austrian Airlines Executive Board, Peter Malanik and Andreas Bierwirth, said the following: "The new cabin is an important step for us: we improve the quality of our product for our passengers, we save fuel, we help the environment and we reduce our unit costs."
The colour of the new design differs clearly from the previous Austrian image. The seats and carpeting are in an elegant grey, set off by accents in a typically Austrian red.
Korean Air to fly Seoul to Irkutsk Siberia
Korean Air to start direct flight from Incheon International Airport in Seoul to Irkutsk, one of the biggest cities in Siberia, known for its continental architecture, and gateway to an area famed for its natural beauty.
The addition of Irkutsk to the route network means that Korean Air will serve five destinations in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) region including Moscow, Vladivostok, St. Petersburg and Tashkent (Uzbekistan). This latest route supports the airline's continued commitment to provide passengers with a wider range of options for their international air travel needs.
Starting from 29 June, Korean Air will operate two flights a week on the Seoul Irkutsk route, utilizing a B737-800 aircraft seating 145 passengers in two classes. Operating every Wednesday and Saturday, flight KE983 departs Seoul Incheon at 20:35 and arrives in Irkutsk at 00:45 early the next morning. The return flight KE984 departs Irkutsk at 03:00 and returns to Seoul Incheon at 06:30 the same morning. The new Korean Air service ensures that travelers visiting Irkutsk can fly there with utmost comfort and ease via its award winning hub, Incheon International Airport.
Geographically located at the border of Russia and Mongolia, Irkutsk is the biggest city in Eastern Siberia and the economical and cultural centre of the Irkutsk Oblast region. The city is a popular tourist destination and the starting point of tours to the massive Lake Baikal, the oldest and deepest freshwater lake in the world, also known as the 'Blue Eye of Siberia'. Lake Baikal is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The lake can be enjoyed year-round and as the waters remain cool even in the middle of the summer season, tourists from all over the world visit for various touristic resources, its nature trails and its lake-side activities.
The addition of Irkutsk to the route network means that Korean Air will serve five destinations in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) region including Moscow, Vladivostok, St. Petersburg and Tashkent (Uzbekistan). This latest route supports the airline's continued commitment to provide passengers with a wider range of options for their international air travel needs.
Starting from 29 June, Korean Air will operate two flights a week on the Seoul Irkutsk route, utilizing a B737-800 aircraft seating 145 passengers in two classes. Operating every Wednesday and Saturday, flight KE983 departs Seoul Incheon at 20:35 and arrives in Irkutsk at 00:45 early the next morning. The return flight KE984 departs Irkutsk at 03:00 and returns to Seoul Incheon at 06:30 the same morning. The new Korean Air service ensures that travelers visiting Irkutsk can fly there with utmost comfort and ease via its award winning hub, Incheon International Airport.
Geographically located at the border of Russia and Mongolia, Irkutsk is the biggest city in Eastern Siberia and the economical and cultural centre of the Irkutsk Oblast region. The city is a popular tourist destination and the starting point of tours to the massive Lake Baikal, the oldest and deepest freshwater lake in the world, also known as the 'Blue Eye of Siberia'. Lake Baikal is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The lake can be enjoyed year-round and as the waters remain cool even in the middle of the summer season, tourists from all over the world visit for various touristic resources, its nature trails and its lake-side activities.
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