T’way Air said Thursday that average bookings for its Europe routes for the summer season, running from March to October, rose 14% from a year earlier.
A company official attributed the increase to stronger demand ahead of the spring and summer travel season, along with growth in long-haul independent travel and honeymoon trips. The official said competitive fares and a stable flight schedule also appeared to influence customers’ choices.
T’way Air currently operates long-haul routes including Europe service to Paris, Rome, Barcelona and Frankfurt, as well as Sydney in Oceania and Vancouver in North America.
Starting this year, the airline will introduce Airbus’ next-generation A330-900neo aircraft in phases to strengthen route competitiveness. The A330-900neo can cut fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions by about 25% compared with existing aircraft, the company said, supporting fleet modernization and lower emissions.
The new aircraft are set to be deployed on long-haul routes, including Europe, to improve operating efficiency and aircraft utilization, the company said.
T’way Air also opened a dedicated “premium check-in” counter at Incheon International Airport’s Terminal 1 and recently overhauled its website and mobile app to improve digital services, including reservations, add-on purchases, online check-in and boarding pass access.
Through the app, passengers can preselect seats, buy additional baggage allowance and preorder in-flight meals, helping streamline airport procedures on the day of travel, the company said.
The company official said the rise in bookings is continuing as demand for long-haul travel, centered on Europe routes, steadily increases. The official said the airline will continue to prioritize safe operations while strengthening competitive fares and customer service.
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