Aero K Airlines Co., Ltd. is a South Korean low-cost carrier (LCC) headquartered in Cheongju, Chungcheongbuk-do. It operates primarily from its hub at Cheongju International Airport, offering domestic flights within South Korea and international services to destinations in Japan, China, Taiwan, Vietnam, the Philippines, and other Asian countries.
Founded in 2016 as K-AIR Aviation and commencing operations in April 2021, the airline maintains a fleet of nine Airbus A320-200 aircraft configured for 180 passengers. It focuses on regional routes, leveraging its central Korean location to serve underserved markets and provide connections to Japan and Southeast Asia.
The company is a subsidiary of Aero K Holdings Co., Ltd., which is associated with Daemyung Chemical. As a relatively new entrant in the competitive South Korean aviation market, Aero K positions itself as an innovative LCC emphasizing customer experience, sustainability initiatives such as the adoption of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), and expansion of its network amid growing regional travel demand.
Also known as 에어로케이, 에어로케이항공, Aero-K, KAIR Airlines, and K Air Aviation.
Will deliver 2,000 tons of 100% Neat SAF over the next year, use co‑processing with ISCC EU certification, join a carrier carbon‑reduction service, and complete a dedicated production line within the year.
