Overview
- Air China flight CA121, which flew Monday morning, revived direct service to Pyongyang for the first time since 2020 with a once‑weekly Monday schedule.
- Chinese Ambassador Wang Yajun welcomed passengers in Pyongyang and called the route a landmark for the two countries’ aviation ties.
- Travel data showed a Boeing 737‑700 with about 128 seats on the route, and economy fares were listed at roughly $200.
- Access to North Korea remains tight, with visas focused on business, study, or official trips, and tour operators say access for Western tourists is still not confirmed.
- The flight relaunch follows the March 12 return of passenger trains and earlier partial reopenings via Air Koryo and Russia links, highlighting China’s role as North Korea’s key partner.