Centrum Air’s Incheon–Tashkent Adventure Takes Off with 90% Load

A New Sky Bridge Between Seoul and Tashkent

Did you know a direct flight between Seoul and Uzbekistan’s capital started this summer with impressive demand
Centrum Air deployed its latest Airbus A321neo on the twice-weekly Incheon–Tashkent route, achieving over 90 percent load factor on day one, signaling strong interest in Central Asia travel
The schedule departs Incheon at 12 05 PM, arriving at 3 35 PM local time, with the midnight return landing back in Seoul at 10 55 AM, maximizing both sightseeing and budget-friendly overnight stays

Behind the Scenes: Launch Ceremony Highlights

The launch seminar at Seoul’s Westin Chosun Hotel brought together key figures from Centrum Air and GSA partner Mihbang Air
Salah Kadri, Adilmirza Kalmyrzev and Anna Ulanova unveiled the airline’s hybrid model, combining all-inclusive economy fares with branded fare options that let travelers pick baggage allowances and seat assignments
Special promotions through July 31 offered one-way tickets from ₩274 400 including 23 kg baggage, turning heads among travel bloggers who praised the straightforward pricing and welcome gifts

What Travelers Are Saying: Mixed Reactions

Naver bloggers and Tistory posts are buzzing about the convenient midday departure and late-night return that save on one night’s accommodation
Many reviews highlight the smooth check-in experience and comfortable economy seats, while some seasoned flyers wish for premium cabin options on longer hops
Readers in community forums noted that the inclusion of meals and checked baggage in base fares feels refreshingly transparent compared to other carriers

Beyond the Flight: Cultural Connections

Tashkent has long been a Silk Road crossroads, and this route invites Korean travelers to explore ancient madrasahs, bustling bazaars and UNESCO sites in Samarkand and Bukhara
With Uzbekistan offering 30-day visa-free entry for Koreans, the new link sparks curiosity about Central Asian culture, cuisine and hospitality
Centrum Air plans to use Tashkent as a hub for seamless connections to Istanbul, Baku, Dubai and beyond, opening a world of over 35 destinations on a single itinerary