Korean Air Resumes Newark Flights with Daily Seoul Service Starting May 2027

Korean Air has confirmed plans to launch a new daily nonstop route connecting Seoul-Incheon (ICN) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in New Jersey. Scheduled to begin on May 22, 2027, the service will utilize Boeing 777-300ER aircraft and marks the carrier's return to the New Jersey hub after a 25-year hiatus following the discontinuation of the route in 2001.

Under the planned schedule, the flight heading to the United States will leave Seoul at 22:00 local time, landing in Newark at 23:00 local time. The return journey from Newark is set to depart at 01:00, arriving back in Seoul at 05:15 local time. Travelers should note that while this introduces a convenient alternative for New York metropolitan area passengers, airline schedules and fares remain subject to change.

With this addition, Korean Air expands its New York footprint alongside its existing twice-daily JFK services, at least one of which features the Airbus A380. Additionally, subsidiary Asiana Airlines operates two daily flights to JFK. At Newark, the airline will go up against existing daily Seoul operations by United Airlines and Air Premia, both of which utilize Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

Before you go: The new daily Newark service officially launches on May 22, 2027. Be sure to check ticket availability and fare classes directly with the airline, as schedules and competitive pricing may fluctuate.