Air KoryoKOR/ JS

Air Koryo is North Korea's state-owned national carrier, founded in 1955 and headquartered in Pyongyang, operating as a full-service airline serving primarily domestic and limited international routes. The airline maintains connections to a small number of destinations in China, Russia, and Southeast Asia, with Pyongyang Sunan International Airport serving as its main hub. Air Koryo operates both passenger and cargo services and is known for its distinctive retro cabin interiors and service style, which has made it a subject of international curiosity and media attention. The airline does not participate in any major international airline alliances and operates independently under the control of the North Korean government. As a legacy carrier in an isolated market, Air Koryo remains relatively small by global standards and serves primarily as a tool for international travel to and from North Korea.