Zurich, May 28, 2026. Korean Air is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its flight service between Seoul and Zurich, marking five decades of connectivity, partnership, and cultural exchange between Korea and Switzerland.

To mark this milestone, Korean Air hosted a reception on May 27 at the Widder Hotel in Zurich, to which approximately 70 guests were invited, including Woosik Shin, Chargé d'affaires of the Republic of Korea to Switzerland, Stefan Gross, Chief Commercial Officer of Zurich Airport, as well as other key partners and members of the Swiss-Korean community. Korean Air was represented by Jungho Choi, Executive Vice President and Head of Sales; Sukwoo Lee, Managing Vice President of Passenger Sales; and Euisuk Byun, Regional Manager of Switzerland.

Korean Air launched its inaugural flight to Zurich on July 14, 1976, establishing the first direct air link between Korea and Switzerland. Over the past 50 years, the route has helped strengthen bilateral relations and promote business, tourism, and cultural exchange between the two countries.

The airline continues to expand its connections via Zurich, one of its most important European hubs. Korean Air recently partnered with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) to introduce a Rail & Fly offer that allows passengers to seamlessly continue their journey between Zurich Airport and Switzerland’s major cities.

To further enhance the in-flight experience, Korean Air will deploy its Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner on the route to Zurich starting June 2, 2026. The aircraft is equipped with the airline’s new Prestige Suites 2.0, which offer more privacy and an elegant interior inspired by traditional Korean design. The new Economy cabin also offers greater comfort with a seat pitch of 32 inches and a recline of 120 degrees.

Building on five decades of safe flight operations and customer trust, Korean Air remains committed to strengthening the Zurich route as a key part of its European network. The airline will continue to invest in service innovations and the connectivity of its route network to ensure that the route remains a vital link between Korea and Switzerland for decades to come.

“The route to Zurich represents our long-standing commitment to connecting Korea with the heart of Europe,” said Jungho Choi, Executive Vice President and Head of Sales. “As we begin the next 50 years of our history, we remain focused on providing our customers with the highest standards of safety, comfort, and first-class service.”

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(From the second person on the left:) Euisuk Byun, Regional Manager of Switzerland; Woosik Shin, Chargé d'affaires of the Republic of Korea to Switzerland; Jungho Choi, Executive Vice President and Head of Sales; Stefan Gross, Chief Commercial Officer of Zurich Airport; and Sukwoo Lee, Managing Vice President of Passenger Sales. 

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About Korean Air
Operating worldwide for over 55 years, Korean Air is one of the world’s top 20 airlines and carried more than 25 million passengers in 2025. With its global hub at Incheon International Airport (ICN), the airline serves 116 cities in 39 countries across five continents with a modern fleet of 167 aircraft and over 20,000 professional employees.

Korean Air’s outstanding performance and its commitment to the highest standards of safety and customer service are widely recognized. The airline has been honored with numerous awards, including a 5-star rating from Skytrax and the “Airline of the Year” award from both Air Transport World and Airline Ratings.

Korean Air is a founding member of the SkyTeam alliance and has become one of the largest trans-Pacific airlines through its joint venture with Delta Air Lines. 

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