Asiana Airlines
South Korea
Jeju Air
South Korea's largest low-cost airline
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South KoreaCountry
- 7CIATA Code
- JJAICAO Code
- IndependentAlliance
- Low-CostAirline Type
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About Jeju Air
Jeju Air is South Korea’s largest low-cost airline, flying Boeing 737s from Seoul and Busan to Japan, China, Southeast Asia, Guam and Saipan. Its fares are FLY, FLYBAG (15 kg checked bag) and BIZ LITE, and Korean rules have banned using power banks on board since January 2026. This guide covers fares, baggage, power bank rules, safety after the Muan accident and how Jeju Air compares with Korean Air and Eastar Jet.
Jeju Air was founded in 2005 and is South Korea’s largest low-cost airline. It flies Boeing 737s from Seoul Incheon, Gimpo, Busan and other Korean cities to Japan, China, Southeast Asia, Guam and Saipan.
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Power Bank Rules on Jeju Air
Korean airlines, including Jeju Air, 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.
Safety After the Muan Accident
On 29 December 2024, Jeju Air flight 2216, a Boeing 737-800, crashed at Muan airport, killing 179 people. As of August 2026 the final accident report had not been published. Korea’s transport ministry admitted in January 2026 that the concrete localizer structure at the end of the Muan runway breached safety standards, and all of Korea’s 737-800s were inspected after the crash.
Check-In
Online check-in opens on the website and app before departure. Allow two hours for international flights from Incheon.
How to Find Cheap Flights from Korea
- Pick FLYBAG if you need a checked bag; it is cheaper than adding one later.
- Compare Incheon, Gimpo and Busan departures for Japan.
- Avoid Chuseok and Lunar New Year, when fares jump.
- Watch Jeju Air sales for low Japan and Vietnam fares.
- Compare airlines: use the FlightSelects flight search to see Jeju Air next to Korean Air, Eastar Jet and others.
Jeju Air vs Korean Air vs Eastar Jet
Low-cost and full-service choices from Korea.
| Jeju Air | Korean Air | Eastar Jet | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Low-cost | Full-service | Low-cost |
| Main base | Incheon and Gimpo | Incheon | Gimpo and Incheon |
| Cabin bag | Up to 10 kg | 10 kg (Economy) | Depends on fare |
| Best for | Japan and Southeast Asia | Long-haul and premium travel | Short trips from Seoul |
See our Korean Air guide and Eastar Jet guide to compare.
Arriving in Seoul
From Incheon, the AREX train reaches Seoul Station in about 45 minutes; Gimpo is linked to central Seoul by subway lines 5 and 9.
You can also book an airport transfer in advance at a fixed price.
Is Jeju Air a Good Airline?
Jeju Air offers a large Korean low-cost network with good value fares. Pick the fare that matches your luggage, and remember Korea’s in-flight power bank ban.
For more options, see our airline guides and the FlightSelects travel blog.
Facts checked in October 2026 against Wego’s August 2026 safety summary and a Jeju Air fare summary. Rules change, so check the official Jeju Air website before you travel.
Airline Partnerships
Jeju Air is not a member of a major global airline alliance. Its fares are sold mainly on its own website and app.
Codeshare & Interline Partnerships
Jeju Air works with some partner airlines on selected routes, but most of its flights are sold as point-to-point low-cost tickets.
Hubs & Focus Cities
Jeju Air flies from Seoul Incheon (ICN), Seoul Gimpo (GMP), Busan (PUS) and Jeju (CJU), its home base.
Popular Jeju Air Routes
Jeju Air's busiest routes link Seoul Gimpo with Jeju, and Seoul Incheon with Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Bangkok, Da Nang and Cebu. 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.
Jeju Air Reschedule & Cancellation Policy
Jeju Air sells three fares: FLY, the cheapest, with cabin baggage only; FLYBAG, which adds a checked bag; and BIZ LITE, with the biggest allowance and more flexibility. The cheapest fares have the highest change and cancellation fees.
When you change, you pay any fare difference plus any fee for your fare type. Fees usually rise closer to departure.
- FLY Up to 10 kg cabin baggage; no checked bag; highest change fees.
- FLYBAG Adds 1 × 15 kg checked bag (1 × 23 kg to Guam and Saipan).
- BIZ LITE 1 × 30 kg checked (2 × 23 kg to Guam and Saipan) and more flexibility.
- Timing Fees usually rise closer to departure.
- How to change or cancel Use My Booking on jejuair.net or the Jeju Air app.
Jeju Air Seat Selection & Additional Services
Seat selection, extra-legroom seats, meals and extra baggage are available as paid extras, which are cheaper when bought online before you fly.
Jeju Air also offers a few premium seats with more space on some aircraft.
- Seat selection Paid extra on most fares.
- Extra-legroom seats Available to buy.
- Meals Pre-order or buy on board.
- Extra bags Cheaper when bought online.
- Special assistance Request wheelchairs and other help in advance.
Jeju Air Baggage Allowance
Every Jeju Air fare includes cabin baggage of up to 10 kg. FLY includes no checked bag; FLYBAG includes one 15 kg bag on most routes (23 kg to Guam and Saipan); and BIZ LITE includes one 30 kg bag (two 23 kg bags to Guam and Saipan).
Extra baggage costs much less when bought online before departure than at the airport, and no single bag may weigh more than 32 kg.
- Cabin baggage (all fares) Up to 10 kg.
- FLY No checked bag.
- FLYBAG 1 × 15 kg (1 × 23 kg to Guam and Saipan).
- BIZ LITE 1 × 30 kg (2 × 23 kg to Guam and Saipan).
- Maximum per bag 32 kg.
- Extra baggage Much cheaper online than at the airport.
Refresh Points: Jeju Air Loyalty Programme
Refresh Points is Jeju Air's free loyalty programme. Members earn points on Jeju Air flights as a share of the fare paid rather than by distance, and can use them towards tickets and extras.
- Membership Free to join.
- Earn Points on Jeju Air flights.
- Redeem Flights and extras.
Jeju Air: Frequently Asked Questions
01What are Jeju Air’s IATA and ICAO codes?
The airline's two-character IATA code is 7C. It appears in flight numbers (for example 7C 101), on tickets and on airport departure boards. Its three-letter ICAO code is JJA, which air traffic control and flight-tracking services use to identify the airline.
02Which airline alliance is Jeju Air 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 Jeju Air headquartered?
The airline is headquartered in Jeju City, South Korea.
04When was Jeju Air founded?
The airline was founded in 2005.
05What are Jeju Air’s main hubs?
Its main hubs and focus cities are: Jeju (CJU) – Home Base; Seoul (ICN) – Main Hub.
06Which airports does Jeju Air fly from in Korea?
Jeju Air flies from Seoul Incheon, Seoul Gimpo, Busan and Jeju, with Gimpo–Jeju among its busiest routes.
07Does Jeju Air include checked baggage?
Not on FLY fares. FLYBAG includes one 15 kg bag on most routes and BIZ LITE one 30 kg bag. Every fare includes up to 10 kg of cabin baggage.
08What are Jeju Air's fare types?
FLY (cabin baggage only), FLYBAG (adds a checked bag) and BIZ LITE (the biggest allowance and more flexibility).
09How do Jeju Air Refresh Points work?
Refresh Points are earned as a share of the fare you pay and can be used towards Jeju Air tickets and extras.
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