Korean Air will introduce a fourth daily service between Seoul Incheon and Manila starting November 24, enhancing its footprint in Southeast Asia and boosting connectivity between the region and North America through its Seoul Incheon hub.
Flight KE619 will depart Seoul Incheon at 21:40, arriving in Manila at 01:05 the next day. The return flight, KE620, will leave Manila at 02:20 and arrive back in Seoul Incheon at 07:25, allowing for convenient connections to Korean Air’s North American routes.
This new service will operate on Korean Air’s A321neo aircraft, featuring 8 lie-flat business class seats and 174 economy seats, ensuring a comfortable and premium experience for passengers.
The Manila route serves as a crucial link in Korean Air’s Southeast Asia–North America corridor, with the late-night schedule designed to align with morning departures to North America, maximizing connectivity for travelers. This additional service reflects Korean Air’s commitment to strengthening its offerings in a key market.
“As demand for air travel continues to increase, we are deepening our commitment to the Philippines market by investing in expanded services,” said Byung Kwon Lee, Korean Air’s Country Manager for the Philippines. “Despite a changing operating environment, we remain dedicated to providing enhanced travel options for business and leisure travelers alike, supporting the commercial and tourism connections between our regions.”
This expanded service bolsters Korean Air’s longstanding presence in the Philippines, where it has been a major carrier for over 30 years. The move comes as South Korea remains the leading source of international arrivals in the Philippines in 2024, highlighting the strong ties between the two nations. Korea ranked as the Philippines’ fifth-largest trade partner in 2023, with trade valued at USD 12.02 billion. As part of its network expansion strategy, Korean Air will continue to develop services across both countries, leveraging its global network that spans 120 destinations in 43 countries.