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Three South Korean carriers move toward a single low-cost airline

Three South Korean carriers are merging into one low-cost airline.

By DoomRadar · Published on DoomRadar Aug 25, 2026, 1:07 AM UTC.

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The consolidation could significantly reshape competition and air-travel availability in South Korea.

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