Korean AirKE

Korean Air is South Korea's flag carrier and largest airline, operating a fleet of over 160 aircraft serving 120+ destinations across 44 countries. Headquartered in Seoul and operating from Incheon International Airport (ICN), Korean Air is consistently ranked among the world's top airlines, holding Skytrax 5-star status.

As a founding member of SkyTeam Alliance (2000), Korean Air offers global connectivity through 19 partner airlines including Delta, Air France, and KLM. The airline is known for its award-winning service, modern fleet featuring Boeing 787-10s with new Prestige Suites 2.0, and exceptional Korean hospitality.

Asiana Airlines Merger: Korean Air completed its acquisition of Asiana Airlines in late 2024. Full integration is targeted for January 2027, when the Asiana brand will be retired. Asiana Club members can transfer miles to SKYPASS at a 1:1 ratio.

Carry-On Allowance

Class	Pieces	Weight Limit	Dimensions
Economy	1 bag + 1 personal item	10 kg (22 lbs)	55 x 35 x 20 cm (115 cm total)
Prestige (Business)	2 bags + 1 personal item	18 kg (40 lbs) combined	55 x 35 x 20 cm each
First	2 bags + 1 personal item	18 kg (40 lbs) combined	55 x 35 x 20 cm each

Personal Item: 40 x 30 x 10 cm (15.7 x 11.8 x 3.9 in) - handbag, laptop bag, or small backpack.

Note: Korean Air enforces carry-on weight limits, especially on international flights. Sizers and scales are used at check-in and sometimes at the gate.

Checked Baggage - Americas Routes (USA, Canada, South America)

Class	Bags Included	Weight per Bag	Size Limit
Economy	2 bags	23 kg (50 lbs)	158 cm (62 in) linear
Prestige	2 bags	32 kg (70 lbs)	158 cm linear
First	3 bags	32 kg (70 lbs)	158 cm linear

Checked Baggage - Other International Routes (Europe, Asia, Oceania)

Class	Bags Included	Weight per Bag	Size Limit
Economy	1 bag	23 kg (50 lbs)	158 cm linear
Prestige	2 bags	32 kg (70 lbs)	158 cm linear
First	3 bags	32 kg (70 lbs)	158 cm linear

Checked Baggage - Domestic (Korea)

Class	Bags Included	Weight per Bag
Economy	1 bag	20 kg (44 lbs)
Prestige	1 bag	30 kg (66 lbs)

Excess Baggage Fees (International)

Condition	Fee (USD)
Additional bag (Americas)	$200
Additional bag (Other routes)	$70-150
Overweight 23-32 kg (51-70 lbs)	$100
Overweight 33-45 kg (73-99 lbs)	$200
Oversized 158-203 cm	$200
Oversized 204-292 cm	$400

Domestic excess: KRW 2,000 per kg over allowance.

Pro tip: Pre-purchase excess baggage online or via the Korean Air app for 10-20% savings versus airport counter.

Elite Status Benefits

Status	Additional Allowance
Morning Calm Club	+1 bag (23 kg)
Morning Calm Premium	+2 bags (32 kg each)
Million Miler Club	+2 bags (32 kg each)
SkyTeam Elite Plus	+1 bag

Special Items

Item	Fee	Notes
Golf clubs	Standard bag fee	Counts as 1 checked bag
Skis/Snowboard	Standard bag fee	Oversize fee waived
Bicycle	$200	Must be boxed, max 32 kg
Surfboard	$200	Up to 277 cm
Car seat	Free	Gate-check available
Stroller	Free	Gate-check available
Wheelchair	Free	Priority handling

Fees as of January 2025. Verify at koreanair.com/baggage.

First Class (Kosmo Suites 2.0)

Feature	Details
Configuration	1-2-1 (8 seats on 777)
Seat width	24" (expands to 32" as bed)
Bed length	80" fully flat
Screen	34" HD touchscreen
Privacy	Sliding doors
Amenities	Gianfranco Ferre pajamas, GRAFF amenity kit
Headphones	Bowers & Wilkins noise-cancelling

Aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A380

Dining: Multi-course Korean and Western menus, premium wines and champagne. Chef partnerships include Seakyeong Kim (March 2025).

Lounges: Access to First Class Lounge at ICN and partner lounges worldwide.

Prestige Class (Business) - Prestige Suites 2.0

Feature	Details
Configuration	1-2-1 (all aisle access)
Seat pitch	46"
Seat width	21"
Bed length	78-79" fully flat
Screen	23.8" ultra HD OLED touchscreen
Privacy	52" privacy doors
Power	60W USB-C, AC outlets, wireless charging

Aircraft: Boeing 787-10 (newest), Boeing 777-300ER (retrofitted)

Design: Collins Aerospace Horizon seats with Korean jogakbo-inspired upholstery in gray tones with bronze accents.

Amenities (from June 2025):

• Quilted mattress pads
• Premium duvets and pillows
• Personal wardrobe
• Upgraded lavatory amenities (facial mist, razors)

Routes with Prestige Suites 2.0: Seattle (SEA), Honolulu (HNL), Vancouver (YVR), and expanding.

Premium Class (Premium Economy) - NEW September 2025

Feature	Details
Configuration	2-3-2
Seat pitch	39-41" (industry-leading)
Seat width	19"
Features	Calf rest, footrest, enhanced recline
Screen	HD touchscreen

Note: Premium Class launched September 2025 on retrofitted 777-300ERs. Approximately 50% more space than Economy.

Economy Class

Feature	Widebody	A220/737 (Domestic)
Pitch	33-34"	30-31"
Width	17-18"	18.5" (A220)
Screen	11" HD touchscreen	11.6" HD
Power	USB at every seat	USB

Note: Korean Air's 33-34" economy pitch exceeds the industry average of 31-32", earning recognition for best economy legroom.

In-Flight Entertainment

• System: Next-generation IFE with HD touchscreens
• Content: Movies, TV shows, games, music in multiple languages
• Languages: Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese, and more

Dining

Economy: Complimentary meals on all flights over 2 hours. Korean and Western options available. Special meals (vegetarian, halal, kosher) can be pre-ordered.

Prestige/First: Multi-course dining with Korean specialties (bibimbap, bulgogi), Western options, and premium beverages.

Wi-Fi

Available on most long-haul aircraft. Pricing varies by route. Complimentary for First Class on some routes.

Booking:

• Book directly on koreanair.com for best service during disruptions
• SKYPASS award chart is fixed - no dynamic pricing, but limited availability
• Prestige Suites 2.0 only on 787-10 and retrofitted 777s - check aircraft type before booking

At the Airport:

• ICN Terminal 2 is the SkyTeam terminal - Korean Air operates from there
• Allow extra time at ICN - immigration can be lengthy during peak hours
• GMP is faster and closer to Seoul for domestic and Northeast Asia routes

Baggage:

• 7-10 kg carry-on limits are enforced - weigh your bag before departure
• Americas routes get 2 free checked bags in Economy - better than most airlines
• Pre-purchase excess baggage online for savings

Upgrades:

• Operational upgrades are rare; cash upgrades sometimes offered at check-in
• SKYPASS miles can upgrade within the same fare family
• Morning Calm Premium status unlocks upgrade priority

Earning Miles:

• Sign up for SKYPASS before your first flight - miles cannot be claimed retroactively
• SkyTeam partners earn SKYPASS miles at varying rates
• Korean Air credit cards are the best way to earn without flying (not a transferable currency partner)

Asiana Transition:

• Asiana Club miles can transfer to SKYPASS at 1:1 (partner miles at 0.82:1)
• Asiana routes will eventually operate under Korean Air codes
• Full integration expected January 2027

Common Issues:

• Wi-Fi can be spotty on older aircraft
• Weight limits strictly enforced - pack light for carry-on
• Some older 777s have dated hard product - new Prestige Suites 2.0 is the upgrade