T'way Air Marks 2nd Anniversary of Incheon-Rome Route, Reaches 245,000 Cumulative Passengers

Passenger and Cargo Growth Propel Route to Leading Position Among European Services

T'way Air announced on the 21st that its flagship long-haul European route, Incheon-Rome, has operated a total of approximately 530 round-trip flights over the past two years since its maiden flight on August 8, 2024, transporting a cumulative total of around 245,000 passengers. Entering its second year of service, the route has maintained a steady passenger load not only during the busy summer season but also throughout the low-demand spring and autumn periods, establishing a stable demand base year-round.

The nationality breakdown of passengers was highest in the following order: South Korea, Italy, Japan, China, and the United States. The gender ratio was balanced. Notably, those in their 20s and 30s comprised the most significant portion of total passengers. By attracting a wide range of customers—from independent travelers to business travelers and families—the route has firmly established itself as a major European service.

T'way Air passenger airplane. T'way Air

T'way Air has also benefited from the introduction of wide-body aircraft in its cargo transport operations. Utilizing the belly cargo holds of large aircraft such as the A330-200 and B777-300ER, the airline has transported approximately 6,900 tons of air cargo over the past two years. By stably transporting high value-added goods such as auto parts, precision machinery, and e-commerce shipments, T'way Air is contributing to diversification of its revenue streams.

The Incheon-Rome route currently departs from Incheon International Airport at 12:35 p.m., arriving at Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport at 7:15 p.m. local time. The return flight departs Rome at 9:15 p.m. and arrives in Incheon at 4:10 p.m. the following day, Korean time.

The aircraft used on this route are equipped with business class seats that convert into beds, providing a comfortable flying experience for long-haul passengers. Additionally, all passengers receive two complimentary in-flight meals per one-way flight, maintaining cost-effective and practical service.

With the recent announcement of the Selective Service Carrier (SSC) business strategy and preparations to commence new operations as 'Trinity Air' in the second half of the year, T'way Air is set to further strengthen its position as a leading airline offering differentiated service and route competitiveness. This will be supported by the ongoing introduction of next-generation aircraft, including the mid-to-large A330-900NEO and the B737-8, within the year.

A T'way Air representative stated, "Over the past two years, the Incheon-Rome route has earned customer trust as a European route grounded in safe operation, reasonable fares, and differentiated services," adding, "Going forward, we will continue to further enhance our service competitiveness with safety as our top priority."

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