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Eastar Jet
South Korean low-cost airline, flying Boeing 737s
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South KoreaCountry
- ZEIATA Code
- ESRICAO Code
- IndependentAlliance
- Low-CostAirline Type
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About Eastar Jet
Eastar Jet is a South Korean low-cost airline flying Boeing 737s from Seoul, Busan, Cheongju and Jeju to Japan, China, Southeast Asia and, since 2025, Kazakhstan. Relaunched under VIG Partners, it now flies about 20 jets and added daily Incheon–Hong Kong flights in 2026. This guide covers routes, fares, baggage, Korea’s power bank ban and how Eastar Jet compares with Jeju Air and Korean Air.
Eastar Jet was founded in 2007 and first flew in 2009. After stopping most flights during the pandemic, it was bought by private equity firm VIG Partners in 2023 and has rebuilt with a Boeing 737 fleet.
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Power Bank Rules on Eastar Jet
Korean airlines, including Eastar Jet, apply strict rules on top of the ICAO standard, and since 26 January 2026 power banks may not be used on board:
- Keep power banks with you, not in the overhead bin.
- Cover the terminals or keep each one in its own plastic bag.
- A maximum of two per passenger; no charging devices from a power bank during the flight.
- Never pack power banks in checked bags.
Check-In
Online and mobile check-in are available. Allow two and a half hours at Incheon for international flights; Gimpo is quicker for Jeju trips. Check whether your flight uses Gimpo or Incheon.
How to Find Cheap Flights from Korea
- Avoid Chuseok, Lunar New Year and school holidays.
- Watch app-only seat sales.
- Compare Seoul, Busan and Cheongju departures.
- Book Jeju weekends early.
- Compare airlines: use the FlightSelects flight search to see Eastar Jet next to Jeju Air, Korean Air and others.
Eastar Jet vs Jeju Air vs Korean Air
Budget and full-service choices from Korea.
| Eastar Jet | Jeju Air | Korean Air | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Low-cost | Low-cost | Full-service |
| Fleet | Boeing 737 | Boeing 737 | Airbus and Boeing |
| Checked bag on cheapest fare | Usually not | No (FLY) | Yes |
| Best for | Short trips and sales | Widest Korean low-cost network | Long-haul and premium |
See our Jeju Air guide and Korean Air guide to compare.
Arriving in Seoul
The AREX train links Incheon with Seoul Station; Gimpo is on subway lines 5 and 9 and the AREX.
You can also book an airport transfer in advance at a fixed price.
Is Eastar Jet a Good Airline?
Yes, for short, cheap trips. It has a young Boeing fleet after its relaunch, but compare the total price after bags and seats.
For more options, see our airline guides and the FlightSelects travel blog.
Facts checked in October 2026 against Eastar Jet’s fleet and route history and AeroRoutes on Incheon–Hong Kong. Rules change, so check the official Eastar Jet website before you travel.
Airline Partnerships
Eastar Jet is not a member of a global airline alliance. Its fares are sold mainly on its own website and app.
Codeshare & Interline Partnerships
Eastar Jet flies mainly point-to-point routes sold as low-cost tickets.
Hubs & Focus Cities
Eastar Jet flies from Seoul Gimpo (GMP), Seoul Incheon (ICN), Busan (PUS), Cheongju and Jeju (CJU).
Popular Eastar Jet Routes
Eastar Jet flies from Seoul Gimpo, Seoul Incheon, Busan, Cheongju and Jeju. Popular routes link Gimpo with Jeju, and Incheon with Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Kagoshima, Da Nang and Bangkok. It added Busan–Almaty in 2025 and daily Incheon–Hong Kong flights in 2026, and more 737 MAX 8s are joining the fleet. Choose a route to see recent schedules and fares.
Fares are the lowest recently found by our partners and can change quickly. Select a fare to check live prices and availability.
Eastar Jet Reschedule & Cancellation Policy
Eastar Jet sells low-cost fares with different rules. The cheapest fares have the highest change and cancellation fees, while higher fares include more baggage and flexibility.
When you change, you pay any fare difference plus any fee for your fare type. Fees usually rise closer to departure.
- Cheapest fares Lowest prices and the highest change fees.
- Higher fares More baggage and flexibility.
- Timing Fees usually rise closer to departure.
- How to change or cancel Through eastarjet.com or the Eastar Jet app.
Eastar Jet Seat Selection & Additional Services
Seat selection, meals and extra baggage are available as paid extras, which are usually cheaper when bought online before you fly.
- Seat selection Paid extra on most fares.
- Meals Available to buy.
- Extra bags Cheaper when bought online.
- Special assistance Request help in advance.
Eastar Jet Baggage Allowance
Eastar Jet sells several fare levels. The cheapest fares have the highest change fees and may not include a checked bag; higher fares add baggage and flexibility. Cabin baggage is limited by weight, so check the allowance shown on your booking.
Extra baggage is much cheaper online before you fly than at the airport.
- Carry-on 1 bag within the weight limit.
- Cheapest fares May not include a checked bag.
- Higher fares Add checked baggage and flexibility.
- Extra baggage Much cheaper online than at the airport.
- Check your ticket The exact allowance is shown on your booking.
Eastar Jet Loyalty Programme
Eastar Jet does not run a big points programme. Members who sign up on its website or app get app-only fares, coupons and seat-sale alerts.
- Membership Sign up on eastarjet.com or the app.
- Benefits App-only fares, coupons and seat-sale alerts.
- No points There is no large points scheme.
Eastar Jet: Frequently Asked Questions
01What are Eastar Jet’s IATA and ICAO codes?
The airline's two-character IATA code is ZE. It appears in flight numbers (for example ZE 101), on tickets and on airport departure boards. Its three-letter ICAO code is ESR, which air traffic control and flight-tracking services use to identify the airline.
02Which airline alliance is Eastar Jet part of?
It is not a member of a global airline alliance, although it may still have codeshare or interline agreements with individual airlines.
03Where is Eastar Jet headquartered?
The airline is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.
04When was Eastar Jet founded?
The airline was founded in 2007.
05What are Eastar Jet’s main hubs?
Its main hubs and focus cities are: Seoul (ICN) – Main Base.
06Is Eastar Jet flying again?
Yes. Eastar Jet restarted flights in 2023 after it was bought by VIG Partners, and it has been growing its Boeing 737 fleet since.
07Can I use a power bank on Eastar Jet?
No. Since 26 January 2026, Korean airlines do not allow power banks to be used on board. Keep up to two with you, with the terminals covered.
08Does Eastar Jet fly to Hong Kong?
Yes. Eastar Jet added daily Incheon–Hong Kong flights in 2026.
09What aircraft does Eastar Jet fly?
Eastar Jet flies Boeing 737-800 and 737 MAX 8 aircraft.
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