Korean Air is the largest airline and flag carrier of South Korea, operating an extensive network of domestic and international flights. Headquartered in Seoul, Korean Air was re-established on March 1, 1969, after Hanjin Group acquired government-owned Korean Air Lines (founded in 1962).
Destinations
- Korean Air serves 126 international destinations in 44 countries across five continents (excluding codeshare flights).
- Main Hub: Incheon International Airport, Terminal 2
- Domestic network: 13 cities in South Korea
- Strong presence in China with flights to 22 major cities, making it one of the largest foreign airlines operating in the country alongside Asiana Airlines.
Korean Air Baggage Policy
Hand Baggage
- Economy Class: 1 carry-on bag (max weight 12 kg)
- First/Prestige Class: 2 carry-on bags (combined weight up to 18 kg)
Checked Baggage (International Flights)
Allowance varies by route and class:
- To/From America (except Brazil):
- Economy: 2 bags, 23 kg each
- Prestige: 2 bags, 32 kg each
- First: 3 bags, 32 kg each
- USA – Brazil:
- Economy: 2 bags, 23 kg each
- Prestige: 2 bags, 32 kg each
- First: 3 bags, 32 kg each
- Asia – Europe / Middle East / Africa / Oceania:
- Economy: 1 bag, 23 kg
- Prestige: 2 bags, 32 kg each
- First: 3 bags, 32 kg each
- Korea – Asia & Within Asia:
- Economy: 1 bag, 23 kg
- Prestige: 2 bags, 32 kg each
- First: 3 bags, 32 kg each
Checked Baggage (Domestic Flights)
- Economy Class: 1 bag up to 20 kg
- Prestige Class: Multiple bags up to 30 kg total
Korean Air Check-in Options
- Web Check-in: Available for individual bookings (not for groups).
- Airport Check-in Counter: Arrive at least 2 hours before departure. Counters close 45 minutes prior to flight time.
- Kiosk Check-in: Available at select airports for passengers with e-tickets.
