The transpacific air route between the United States and South Korea is a busy corridor served by seven airlines. Popular destinations include cities with large Korean communities such as Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco. Korean carriers also serve regional routes to U.S. territories like Guam and Saipan.
Air Premia, a relatively new player in the market since August 2021, operates 74 flights from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), and San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The airline uses Boeing 787-9 aircraft configured for 320 passengers.
United Airlines offers a double-daily service between ICN and SFO using Boeing 777-300ER and Boeing 787-9 aircraft. American Airlines connects ICN with Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) daily using its Boeing 777-200ER fleet.