Gov't approves resumption of Incheon-Jeju flights

SEOUL, March 24 (Yonhap) -- The South Korean government said Tuesday it has approved the resumption of regular flights between Incheon and Jeju Island for the first time in 10 years, as part of its plan to improve access for foreign travelers to regional destinations. Jeju Air Co. will operate the Incheon-Jeju route twice a week starting May 12, according to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport. The regular flights on the Incheon-Jeju route have been suspended since October 2015. The move is part of the government's efforts to improve access for foreign travelers to regional areas and better utilize airports outside the capital. Currently, international passengers must travel to Gimpo International Airport from Incheon International Airport to transfer to domestic flights bound for Jeju. The ministry had earlier announced plans to resume the Incheon-Jeju route and expand Incheon-Gimhae services for international transfer passengers. A Jeju Air Co. B737-8 aircraft is seen in this undated photo provided by the company. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap) brk@yna.co.kr(END)