Korean carriers are grumbling about Finnair opening up a new route to the southern coastal city when it already flies to Seoul.

The first charter flight from Seoul, Korea to Riga, Latvia arrived on Friday carrying a group that will travel around the Baltic countries.

The troubled South Korean airline and Star Alliance member is trying to find ways to cut costs.

Domestic routes in Asia take up most of the 2018 top ten, while the busiest city pair in Europe is Barcelona-Madrid.

The airline promises a smooth through check-in if they are connecting with Singapore Airlines via Changi.

It has been “long in gestation” with years of delays, but Merlin Entertainments has announced a deal for a “full-scale” resort.

Routes in Asia-Pacific dominate the busiest by passenger numbers, accounting for more than 70% of the top 100.

The recent Winter Olympics have opened up tourism to South Korea’s Gangwon province, with new hotels, high-speed rail and attractions.