Korean Air marks three decades of connecting Korea and China

Korean Air began its operations in China on December 22, 1994, with a route from Seoul to Beijing. It expanded services to Tianjin and Qingdao on December 24, followed by Shenyang on December 27. The airline now operates 27 routes to 21 Chinese cities, nearing pre-pandemic capacity levels from December 2019.

Beyond aviation, Korean Air is involved in several initiatives. Since 2008, the "Ai Xin Ji Hua" project has supported education in China through donations of learning materials. The airline has also planted over a million trees in Inner Mongolia since 2007 as part of its environmental efforts.

Korean Air's humanitarian efforts include flood relief in Hubei Province in 1998, aid after the Sichuan earthquake in 2008, student visits to Jeju Island, and medical supply donations during COVID-19's early stages.

These contributions have led to recognition for Korean Air in China, including awards such as the Most Beloved Foreign Airline Award in 2010, Sky Choice Awards for Best In-flight Service in 2022, and Voyage Awards for Best In-flight Innovation Service in 2023. The airline plans further expansion and service improvements between Korea and China.