Air China to Resume Flights to North Korea After Six Years
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- •Air China announced the resumption of direct flights to Pyongyang starting March 30, 2026.
- •Train services between China and North Korea restarted shortly before the flight resumption announcement in March 2026.
- •The direct flights had been suspended for six years prior to this resumption.
- •The flight route connects Beijing Capital International Airport with Pyongyang Sunan International Airport.
- •Chinese and North Korean officials have engaged in recent talks to improve transportation links.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Air China maintains regular flight schedules without disruptions trade and tourism between China and North Korea could increase, benefiting businesses and travelers in both countries.
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CNChannel News AsiaAir China to resume flights to North Korea at the end of the month after train service restartedCNSouth China Morning Post - Hong KongAir China to resume North Korea flights after 6 years amid warming tiesFINANCEBloomberg - MarketsAir China to Resume Beijing-Pyongyang Flights March 30REGIONAL