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AirJapan to add Seoul to its network

Nov 17 (boardingarea.com) - ANA’s low-cost medium-haul airline – Air Japan has added a second route – with the airline choosing Seoul as its next destination.

The airline plans to operate five times a week between Toyko Narita and Seoul Incheon. The timetable has been identified below:

NQ21 DEPART NRT 10:55 ARRIVE ICN 13:30

NQ22 DEPART ICN 14:40 ARRIVE NRT 16:45

Commences 22nd February 2024, timetabled to 30th March 2024

Operates Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays

Booked Equipment: Air Japan Boeing 787-8

Tickets are on sale via the airJapan site, with lead-in fares starting at a base of 8,000 yen one-way, plus taxes and fees. The airline offers three fare types (Simple, Standard or Select) that include various things at each level, be it baggage, seat assignments or meals. ...continue reading

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