Korean Air Adds Fourth Daily Flight to Manila!

Flight KE619 will depart Seoul Incheon at 21:40 and arrive in Manila at 01:05 the following day. The return flight, KE620, will depart Manila at 02:20 and arrive in Seoul Incheon at 07:25, offering optimal connections to Korean Air’s North American network.

The new service will be operated by Korean Air’s A321neo aircraft, featuring 8 lie-flat business class seats and 174 economy class seats, offering passengers enhanced comfort and a premium travel experience.

As Korean Air’s primary transit corridor between Southeast Asia and North America, the Manila route plays a pivotal role in the airline’s global network. The new late-night service is strategically scheduled to align with morning departures to North America, enhancing connectivity options for passengers. This capacity expansion demonstrates Korean Air’s commitment to optimizing its services in this vital market.

“As air travel demand continues to grow, we are strengthening our commitment to the Philippines market through continued investment and service expansion,” said Byung Kwon Lee, Philippines Country Manager, Korean Air. “Even in an evolving operating environment, we remain focused on providing enhanced connectivity and travel options for both business and leisure travelers, supporting the growing commercial and tourism links between our regions and beyond.”

This service enhancement further strengthens Korean Air’s position in the Philippines market, where it has maintained a strong presence for over three decades. The expansion comes at a time when South Korea represents the largest source of international arrivals into the Philippines in 2024, reflecting the robust ties between the two nations. These strong bilateral relations are further evidenced by Korea’s position as the Philippines’ 5th largest trading partner in 2023, with bilateral trade valued at USD 12.02 billion. As part of its ongoing network expansion strategy, the airline will continue to develop its services between the two countries and beyond, leveraging its extensive global network spanning 120 destinations across 43 countries.