Asiana Airlines (OZ) — Routes from Philippines, OFW Programs, Baggage | 2026
Asiana Airlines from the Philippines
Asiana Airlines (OZ) ang second-largest South Korean carrier — daily MNL-ICN at CEB-ICN service. Now under Korean Air ownership (acquisition completed 2024); brand continues separately during transition. Star Alliance member (transitioning), Asiana Club loyalty. Brand strength 6/10 sa PH market — overshadowed by KE post-merger pero still operationally active.
At a glance
- IATA / ICAO: OZ / AAR
- Country: South Korea · Alliance: Star Alliance (transitioning)
- PH hub airports: MNL (NAIA T1), CEB
- Filipino brand strength: 6/10
- Frequent flyer: Asiana Club (post-merger transition possible)
- OFW program: none formal — standard 23 kg economy
Routes from the Philippines
Asiana operates focused Seoul service ex-PH:
| Origin → Destination | Weekly | Block hours | Profile |
|---|---|---|---|
| MNL → ICN (Seoul Incheon) | ~7 | 4.0 | Daily |
| CEB → ICN | ~14 | 4.3 | 2x daily, Cebu international |
From ICN, kabayan can connect via Star Alliance + Asiana network: LAX, SFO, SEA, JFK, ORD (US); LHR, CDG, FRA (Europe); SYD (Australia); plus Asia (NRT, HND, PVG, PEK, HKG, TPE, BKK, SIN, KUL). Post-merger, expect schedule rationalization with Korean Air through 2025-26.
OFW program
Asiana has no formal OFW program — Korea is primarily an EPS factory worker corridor (not DMW-OFW framework). Standard 23 kg economy with no uplift. Asiana Club ay valuable across Star Alliance partners (Singapore Airlines, ANA, Lufthansa, Thai, EVA, United, Air Canada). Post-Korean Air merger, the loyalty integration is expected 2025-26 — current Asiana Club members should monitor announcements re: miles transfer to SKYPASS or vice versa. For Korea-bound Filipino, Asiana ay alternative to Korean Air with similar premium tier — typically PHP 1,000-3,000 cheaper RT economy MNL-ICN. Para sa balikbayan to US via ICN connection, Asiana ay competitive option vs PAL nonstop or KE — newer 777-300ER fleet, comfortable seat product, reliable ICN connection.
Baggage allowance — economy
| Class / Status | Allowance (kg) | Allowance (lbs) | Excess fee (PHP/kg approx) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | 23 kg | 50.7 lbs | PHP 1,200-1,600 |
| Economy (transpacific connect) | 2× 23 kg | 2× 50.7 lbs | PHP 1,200-1,600 |
| Business Smartium | 32 kg + 32 kg | 70.5 + 70.5 lbs | n/a within limit |
| First Suite | 32 kg + 32 kg + 32 kg | 70.5 lbs ×3 | n/a within limit |
| Asiana Club Diamond bonus | +20 kg | +44 lbs | n/a within limit |
| Hand-carry | 10 kg | 22 lbs | strict at NAIA T1 |
Note: para sa US connecting itineraries, piece concept ang allowance — 2 pieces × 23 kg = 46 kg total economy.
How Asiana compares for Filipino travelers
Kontra Korean Air: very similar product post-merger; Asiana traditionally has slightly newer cabin product (Smartium business), KE has wider US network. Pricing usually within PHP 1,000-3,000. Kontra PAL on MNL-ICN: PAL has Tagalog crew + MNL ground edge; Asiana has Star Alliance connectivity. Kontra Cebu Pacific 5J: full-service vs LCC — Asiana PHP 4,000-9,000 mas mahal pero with 23 kg baggage at meal included. Kontra Jin Air (LJ — Korean Air’s LCC subsidiary, now under same parent): LJ ay mas mura LCC; Asiana premium service. Caveat for OFW: post-merger uncertainty makes Asiana less of a “default” choice — kapag may flexibility, lock in KE if available; Asiana for tipid alternative same week.
FAQ
Asiana merged sa Korean Air? Oo — completed late 2024. Brands separate during transition; full integration 2025-26. Asiana Club at SKYPASS still distinct.
Anong PH cities? MNL at CEB — daily MNL-ICN; CEB-ICN 2x daily. Walang sa Clark/Davao/Iloilo.
Pinaka-mura para Korea? Hindi — Jin Air, Jeju Air, 5J, Z2 ay LCC alternatives mas mura. Asiana premium with included baggage.
Star Alliance pa ba? For now, oo — pero post-merger alliance shift possible 2025-26. Verify before booking.
Asiana Club to SKYPASS? Integration plan pending; monitor official announcements — possible miles transfer mechanism 2025-26.
Related
- Manila to Seoul (MNL-ICN) →
- Cebu to Seoul (CEB-ICN) →
- OFW Flights Guide →
- Balikbayan Box vs Airline Comparison →
- Korean Air Carrier Guide →
Updated 9 May 2026. Maria Santos is a pseudonymous editorial persona. About the author →.