Asiana Airlines resumes Phuket flights after two-year suspension

Asiana Airlines' A321neo/ Courtesy of Asiana Airlines

SEOUL, June 24 (AJP) - Asiana Airlines will resume its daily service between Incheon and Phuket on Wednesday, restoring a popular Southeast Asian route that had been suspended for more than two years, the carrier said on Tuesday.

The route, which was halted in April 2023, will operate once a day, departing from Incheon International Airport at 6:10 p.m. and arriving in Phuket at 10:30 p.m. local time. Return flights will leave Phuket at 11:40 p.m., arriving in Incheon at 8:00 a.m. the following morning. On Saturdays, the return flight is scheduled to depart slightly earlier, at 11:25 p.m.

The restoration of the service comes amid growing demand for overseas travel during South Korea’s peak summer vacation season, particularly to beach destinations in the region.

Phuket, often dubbed the “Pearl of Asia,” remains one of Asia’s premier resort getaways, known for its turquoise waters, white sand beaches and a wide array of leisure offerings.

The airline’s return to Phuket reflects a broader recovery in outbound travel from South Korea as pandemic-era restrictions continue to ease.

Still, travelers are advised to take note of new entry requirements: since May, Thailand has mandated that all foreign visitors submit an electronic arrival card, known as the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC), before entering the country.

Applications can be submitted starting three days prior to departure through the official TDAC website.
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