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Gimhae International Airport ⓒ Korea Airports Corporation

Travelers can now explore the hidden gems of Korea outside of Seoul in a more convenient manner thanks to the expansion of direct flights to regional cities, including Busan and Cheongju, without passing through Incheon or Gimpo.

Continued launch and resumption of new routes are centered on Gimhae International Airport and Cheongju International Airport, increasing flight options for travelers. Gimhae International Airport is now offering flights to and from Miyakojima, Taichung, Phu Quoc, and Kuala Lumpur. Cheongju International Airport has also strengthened connectivity with major cities by launching a new route to Shanghai. With the addition of new air routes, diverse tours and travel itineraries are expected to be offered centered on Busan and regions in Gyeongsangbuk-do and Chungheong areas.

Moreover, international flights from regional airports will operate 2,874 times a week on 98 routes across 13 regions (including China, Japan, Taiwan, the Philippines, Vietnam, and Singapore) during the summer operation period (March 29-October 24).

See below for a table of major routes, both new and resuming operations, by airport and destinations.

New and Resumed Routes by Airport

Airport	Destination (Region/Country)	Flight Information
Gimhae International Airport (Busan)	Miyakojima (Japan)	New route (Jin Air) / Twice a week (Thu, Sun) / April 2, 2026-
	Shizuoka (Japan)	New Route (Air Busan) / Three times a week (Mon, Wed, Fri) / March 30, 2026–
	Takamatsu (Japan)	New Route (Air Busan) / Three times a week (Tue, Fri, Sun) / March 31, 2026–
	Taichung (Taiwan)	New Route Launch (Jin Air) / Five times a week (Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat) / March 30, 2026–
	Phu Quoc (Vietnam)	New Route (Jin Air) / Four times a week (Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun) / From April 30, 2026
	Almaty (Kazakhstan)	New Route (Eastar Airlines) / Twice a week (Mon, Fri) / May 1, 2026-
	Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia)	Resumed Route (AirAsia X) / 4 times a week (Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun) / June 17, 2026 onwards
Cheongju International Airport	Shanghai (China)	New Route (Spring Airlines) / 6 times a week (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun) / April 24, 2026-

* Subject to change depending on airline and airport circumstances; please check each airline's website for detailed information.

Representative Travel Destinations & Recommended Itineraries by City

City	Representative Destinations	Recommended Itinerary
Busan	Taejongdae Cliffed Coast, offering beautiful coastal scenery	Explore Everything Haeundae has to Offer
	Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, a temple bordering the sea	Explore Everything Haeundae has to Offer
	Haeundae Beach, a beach in the city	Enjoy Yeongdo Island Like a Local
	Gamcheon Culture Village, a colorful fairytale village	Enjoy Yeongdo Island Like a Local
Cheongju	Cheongnamdae, a secret garden frequented by the president	Cheongju, a City Full of Charms
	Daecheongho Lake, the third largest lake in Korea	Cheongju, a City Full of Charms
	Sangdangsanseong Fortress, the fortress wall overlooking the city	Cheongju Food Tour: Market & Samgyeopsal
	Suamgol Mural Village, an alley filled with stories of art	Cheongju Food Tour: Market & Samgyeopsal

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