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Asiana Airlines is a South Korean full-service carrier headquartered in Seoul. Founded in 1988, the airline has earned a reputation for excellent service quality, receiving a 5-star rating from Skytrax—one of only ten airlines worldwide to hold this distinction.

Asiana operates 90 international routes to 21 countries and 14 domestic routes within South Korea. As a Star Alliance member since 2003, the airline offers seamless connections to over 1,300 destinations globally.

Important: Korean Air Merger In December 2024, Korean Air completed its $1.4 billion acquisition of Asiana Airlines. The two airlines will operate independently through a transition period, with full brand integration expected by January 2027. Asiana Club members should monitor communications about loyalty program changes—miles will eventually convert to Korean Air's SKYPASS program.

Carry-On Allowance

Personal Item (included on all fares):

• Dimensions: 12" x 11" x 6" (30 x 28 x 15 cm)
• Examples: Purse, laptop bag, small backpack
• Must fit under the seat

Cabin Bag:

• Dimensions: 21" x 15" x 8" (55 x 40 x 20 cm) including handles/wheels
• Weight: 10 kg (22 lbs) maximum
• Linear dimensions: 115 cm (45") total

Cabin Class	Personal Item	Cabin Bags
Economy	✓ Free	1 bag
Business	✓ Free	2 bags
First	✓ Free	2 bags

Checked Baggage

Size Limit: 62 linear inches / 158 cm (length + width + height)

International Flights:

Class	Bags Included	Weight per Bag
Economy	1 bag*	23 kg (50 lbs)
Business	2 bags	32 kg (70 lbs)
First Suite	3 bags	32 kg (70 lbs)

*Routes to/from the Americas: 2 bags in Economy

Domestic Korea:

Class	Allowance	Weight
Economy	1 bag	23 kg (50 lbs)
Business	2 bags	32 kg (70 lbs)

Excess Baggage

Asiana does not allow prepayment of excess baggage online. Additional bags must be paid for at the airport, with fees varying by route and destination.

Weight Restriction:

• Maximum single bag: 32 kg (70 lbs)
• Bags over 32 kg must be repacked—no overweight option

Asiana Club Member Benefits

Status	Extra Allowance
Silver	+10 kg
Gold	+20 kg / Star Alliance Silver
Diamond	+1 bag / Star Alliance Gold
Diamond Plus	+1 bag + lounge access
Platinum	Premium benefits

Special Items

Item	Fee	Notes
Golf clubs	Standard	Counts as 1 bag
Skis/snowboard	Standard	Within weight limit
Bicycle	Varies	Contact airline
Car seat	Free	For traveling infant
Stroller	Free	Gate-check available
Wheelchair	Free	Always free

Asiana offers five cabin classes with service quality that earned it a 5-star Skytrax rating.

First Suite Class (A380):

• 1-2-1 private suites
• 83" pitch, fully enclosed
• 32" HD personal monitor
• Multi-course fine dining
• Amenity kit and pajamas

First Class (777-200):

• Lie-flat beds with direct aisle access
• Premium dining experience
• Exclusive lounges at ICN

Business Smartium Class (A350, 777):

• Lie-flat seats: 77-80" pitch
• 1-2-1 configuration (A350), 2-2-2 (777)
• 20-22" width
• Premium meal service

Business Class (A330):

• Angled flat seats: 58-60" pitch
• 2-2-2 configuration
• Full recline to 165-170°

Economy (Smartium):

• Select seats with extra legroom
• Priority boarding included
• Enhanced meal service

Economy Class:

• A350: 32-33" pitch, 18" width
• A380: 33" pitch, 18" width
• A330: 31-33" pitch, 17.7" width
• All seats: personal screens, USB power

Entertainment (OZ:enter):

• Available in Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese
• Movies, TV, music, games
• In-seat power (USB and AC) on most aircraft
• WiFi available on select aircraft

Dining:

• Complimentary meals on all international flights
• Korean and Western menu options
• Bibimbap signature dish
• Special meals available (order 24+ hours ahead)

Booking:

• Book directly on flyasiana.com for best fare flexibility
• Compare Star Alliance partner pricing
• A380 routes (LAX, NRT) offer the best First Suite experience

At the Airport:

• ICN Terminal 1: Asiana's dedicated terminal
• Allow 1-1.5 hours for international connections at ICN
• Excellent lounges for Business and elite members
• Transit hotel available at ICN for long layovers

Upgrades:

• Mileage upgrades bookable online
• Better availability on less popular routes
• Business Smartium is the sweet spot for long-haul

Maximizing Value:

• Credit to Asiana Club for Star Alliance Gold at reasonable threshold
• A350 routes offer the newest Business class product
• Bibimbap in Economy is genuinely good

Merger Considerations:

• Book award travel on Star Alliance partners before alliance change
• Monitor Asiana Club communications for conversion details
• Status benefits will transfer to Korean Air SKYPASS
• Post-merger, expect SkyTeam partner access instead of Star Alliance

Best Routes:

• ICN-LAX on A380 for First Suite
• ICN-NRT on A380 for premium experience
• A350 routes for newest Business class