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Air China Resumes Direct Flights To North Korea After Six Years Of Hibernation
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Air China has officially resumed direct flights between Beijing and Pyongyang, marking the end of a six-year hiatus on this route following reports from multiple international news outlets dated March 29-30. The carrier's flag ship service restarted its Monday schedule connecting Peking with North Korea's capital without further delay or additional conditions being specified in initial press releases.
Key Points
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1China resumed direct flights on Air China aircraft from Beijing to Pyongyang, marking its first such service in six years.
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2This resumption of air travel occurred shortly after the restoration of passenger train services between both capitals.
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3The renewed flight schedule is cited by multiple sources as a sign that North Korea (DPRK) is gradually opening up economically and diplomatically.
Developments
2026-03-31
Air China flight departed Beijing Capital International Airport early Monday morning, marking the resumption of direct flights to Pyongyang after a six-year hiatus. This event was reported as occurring on March 30 (Monday) in various time zones.
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(Inferred context): Direct flight service between Beijing and Pyongyang ceased approximately five years prior to the report date, ending a six-year hiatus. The exact cessation year is not explicitly stated but implies an end around 2026 minus roughly half-decade based on 'six-years' phrasing in reports.
Corée du Nord : Air China reprend ses vols directs entre Pékin et Pyongyang, après six années d’interruption
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