Thursday, March 20, 2025 In a surprising move, Korean airline Air Premia made revisions to its flight schedule on March 19, 2025, leading to the removal of its previously filed Seoul Incheon – Honolulu route, originally set to operate five times a week starting June 2, 2025. While the Seoul Incheon-Honolulu route has been axed, the airline’s plans for increased services on the Seoul Incheon – Los Angeles route have not been shelved. The airline had previously filed a tentative frequency increase for the Los Angeles route, marking an ambitious step towards strengthening its presence on the West Coast of the United States.
The changes come at a time when the aviation industry is preparing for increased travel demand in the summer months and beyond. Let’s take a closer look at Air Premia’s revised schedule, what it means for travelers, and the broader Korean aviation market. Air Premia had initially planned to begin its Seoul Incheon – Honolulu service on June 2, 2025, with a five-weekly frequency.
The addition of this route would have expanded the airline’s network, connecting two key travel hubs: Seoul and Honolulu, the capital city of Hawaii. However, as of March 19, 2025, the airline removed the route from its published schedule, leaving many to question the reasoning behind the sudden decision. There are several factors that may have influenced this change.
Air Premia, still a relatively young carrier in the Korean aviation market, has been adjusting its strat.