Busan-Taiwan flights surge as city captures Taiwanese tourists' hearts

The Korea Times reports that flights between Busan and Taiwan are experiencing significant growth as the southeastern port city becomes a top destination for Taiwanese tourists. According to aviation statistics from Korea Airports Corp., a total of 6,609 flights operated between Busan and Taiwan through July, matching the total for all of 2024 and reaching 82.9% of the 7,976 flights in 2025.

Passenger traffic on this route surpassed 1.14 million through July, outpacing 2024's 1.06 million but falling short of 2025's 1.33 million. Taiwanese carriers Starlux Airlines and EVA Airways have introduced new routes to Busan, while Korean airlines have also increased their flight frequency. The expansion is facilitated by the absence of traffic rights restrictions and higher passenger occupancy rates, as more Taiwanese tourists choose Busan as their travel destination.

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