Air China to Resume Direct Flights Between Beijing and Pyongyang on March 30 After Pandemic Suspension
Air China has announced that it will resume direct flights between Beijing and Pyongyang from March 30. The resumption marks the first flight service on this route since January 2020, when operations were suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic. This development is viewed as a critical indicator of North Korea's intent to rekindle economic ties with China, its primary trading partner. The newly established route is expected to operate on a weekly basis, specifically on Mondays. Economic factors play a prominent role in this decision, as Air China has set initial fares to encourage travel; the cost for a one-way... [Continue Reading]
