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Russia and North Korea Resume Direct Flights for First Time Since 1992

A sold-out inaugural flight carrying a delegation led by Alexander Kozlov signals Moscow’s further embrace of Pyongyang under Western sanctions.

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Overview

  • The Nordwind Airlines Boeing 777-200ER departed Sheremetyevo on July 27 and completed the eight-hour journey to Pyongyang as the first direct commercial service since 1992.
  • All 440 seats on the inaugural flight sold out quickly with tickets priced from around 44,700 rubles, underscoring strong demand for the new route.
  • Natural Resources Minister Alexander Kozlov led the Russian delegation aboard and was met with a ceremonial welcome upon arrival in Pyongyang.
  • Monthly flights are scheduled initially despite authorization for up to two weekly services, reflecting a cautious approach to reopening the air link.
  • The new air connection follows June’s relaunch of the Moscow-Pyongyang rail line and underscores the two nations’ efforts to deepen ties under Western sanctions.