Korean Air Celebrates 50th Anniversary of the Seoul–Zurich Route
Korean Air is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Seoul–Zurich route, marking five decades of connectivity, partnership and cultural exchange between Korea and Switzerland.
To commemorate the milestone, Korean Air hosted a reception at the Widder Hotel in Zurich on 27 May, welcoming around 70 guests, including Woosik Shin, Chargé d’Affaires of the Republic of Korea to Switzerland, Stefan Gross, Chief Commercial Officer of Zurich Airport, as well as 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 for Switzerland.
Korean Air launched its inaugural flight to Zurich on 14 July 1976, establishing the first direct air connection between Korea and Switzerland. Over the past 50 years, the route has contributed to strengthening bilateral relations and promoting business, tourism and cultural exchange between the two countries.
The airline continues to expand its connectivity through Zurich, one of its key European gateways. Korean Air recently partnered with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) to introduce a Rail & Fly offering, enabling passengers to enjoy seamless onward travel between Zurich Airport and major cities across Switzerland.
To further enhance the travel experience, Korean Air will introduce its Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner on the Zurich route from 2 June 2026. The aircraft features the airline’s new Prestige Suites 2.0, offering greater privacy and an elegant cabin interior inspired by traditional Korean design. The upgraded Economy Class cabin also provides enhanced comfort, with a seat pitch of 32 inches and a recline angle of 120 degrees.
Building on five decades of safe 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 innovation and network connectivity to ensure that the route remains an important link between Korea and Switzerland for decades to come.
«The Zurich route represents our longstanding commitment to connecting Korea with the heart of Europe,» said Jungho Choi, Executive Vice President and Head of Sales. «As we embark on the next 50 years of operations, we remain focused on delivering the highest standards of safety, comfort and premium service to our customers.»
