Gov't approves resumption of Incheon-Jeju flights | Yonhap News Agency

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OK SEOUL, March 24 (Yonhap) -- The South Korean government said Tuesday it has approved the resumption of regular flights between Incheon and Jeju Island for the first time in 10 years, as part of its plan to improve access for foreign travelers to regional destinations. Currently, international passengers must travel to Gimpo International Airport from Incheon International Airport to transfer to domestic flights bound for Jeju. Korea's air traffic volume tops 1 mln flights for 1st time in 2025 Passenger traffic at Incheon airport reaches record high in 2025 Keywords #Incheon-Jeju route #Jeju Air Articles with issue keywords Most Liked Netflix, BTS to turn Seoul into world's 'biggest watch party' Four decades of Damien Hirst on display at MMCA, from shark to cherry blossoms (LEAD) FM Cho sidesteps questions on whether U.S. asked Seoul to send warships to Middle East 'BTS: The Return' captures brotherhood under 'heavy crown': director (3rd LD) About 40,000 fans gather for BTS comeback concert in downtown Seoul Most Saved Netflix, BTS to turn Seoul into world's 'biggest watch party' (LEAD) FM Cho sidesteps questions on whether U.S. asked Seoul to send warships to Middle East Four decades of Damien Hirst on display at MMCA, from shark to cherry blossoms Korean Pavilion at Venice Biennale seeks comfort through art, with Han Kang's sculpture of blackened trees 'BTS: The Return' captures brotherhood under 'heavy crown': director Most Viewed All Categories (LEAD) N. Korea's Kim reappointed as president of state affairs prev Gov't approves resumption of Incheon-Jeju flights Next Gov't approves resumption of Incheon-Jeju flights

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SEOUL, March 24 (Yonhap) -- The South Korean government said Tuesday it has approved the resumption of regular flights between Incheon and Jeju Island for the first time in 10 years, as part of its plan to improve access for foreign travelers to regional destinations.
Jeju Air Co. will operate the Incheon-Jeju route twice a week starting May 12, according to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport.
The regular flights on the Incheon-Jeju route have been suspended since October 2015.
The move is part of the government's efforts to improve access for foreign travelers to regional areas and better utilize airports outside the capital.
Currently, international passengers must travel to Gimpo International Airport from Incheon International Airport to transfer to domestic flights bound for Jeju.
The ministry had earlier announced plans to resume the Incheon-Jeju route and expand Incheon-Gimhae services for international transfer passengers.
A Jeju Air Co. B737-8 aircraft is seen in this undated photo provided by the company. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)
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## Expert Analysis

### Merits
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### Areas for Consideration
- Korea's air traffic volume tops 1 mln flights for 1st time in 2025 Passenger traffic at Incheon airport reaches record high in 2025 Keywords #Incheon-Jeju route #Jeju Air Articles with issue keywords Most Liked Netflix, BTS to turn Seoul into world's 'biggest watch party' Four decades of Damien Hirst on display at MMCA, from shark to cherry blossoms (LEAD) FM Cho sidesteps questions on whether U.S. asked Seoul to send warships to Middle East 'BTS: The Return' captures brotherhood under 'heavy crown': director (3rd LD) About 40,000 fans gather for BTS comeback concert in downtown Seoul Most Saved Netflix, BTS to turn Seoul into world's 'biggest watch party' (LEAD) FM Cho sidesteps questions on whether U.S. asked Seoul to send warships to Middle East Four decades of Damien Hirst on display at MMCA, from shark to cherry blossoms Korean Pavilion at Venice Biennale seeks comfort through art, with Han Kang's sculpture of blackened trees 'BTS: The Return' captures brotherhood under 'heavy crown': director Most Viewed All Categories (LEAD) N.

### Implications
- Jeju Air Co. will operate the Incheon-Jeju route twice a week starting May 12, according to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport.
- Korea's air traffic volume tops 1 mln flights for 1st time in 2025 Passenger traffic at Incheon airport reaches record high in 2025 Keywords #Incheon-Jeju route #Jeju Air Articles with issue keywords Most Liked Netflix, BTS to turn Seoul into world's 'biggest watch party' Four decades of Damien Hirst on display at MMCA, from shark to cherry blossoms (LEAD) FM Cho sidesteps questions on whether U.S. asked Seoul to send warships to Middle East 'BTS: The Return' captures brotherhood under 'heavy crown': director (3rd LD) About 40,000 fans gather for BTS comeback concert in downtown Seoul Most Saved Netflix, BTS to turn Seoul into world's 'biggest watch party' (LEAD) FM Cho sidesteps questions on whether U.S. asked Seoul to send warships to Middle East Four decades of Damien Hirst on display at MMCA, from shark to cherry blossoms Korean Pavilion at Venice Biennale seeks comfort through art, with Han Kang's sculpture of blackened trees 'BTS: The Return' captures brotherhood under 'heavy crown': director Most Viewed All Categories (LEAD) N.
- Korea 'most hostile' nation (LEAD) Gov't to strictly enforce five-day vehicle rotation system for public sector (2nd LD) N.
- Korea as 'most hostile' nation (LEAD) Lee stresses self-reliant defense, citing 'very complex' global situation Most Viewed More Most Viewed Photos N.

### Expert Commentary
This article covers jeju, incheon, korea topics. Areas of concern are also raised. Readability: Flesch-Kincaid grade 0.0. Word count: 476.