Asiana Airlines is represented in New Zealand by World Aviation Systems

ASIANA AIRLINES HISTORY

Asiana Airlines was established in 1988 and began its first Korean domestic flights in December of that year. International flights began a year later, initially to Japan, then to Hong Kong. USA routes were started in 1991, and flights to Europe and Australia were added in 1995.

Today Asiana flies from its home base at Seoul's Incheon airport to 37 cities in 12 countries, with a route structure spanning the globe, as well as to 14 points on its domestic Korean network.

Its mission is "To become recognized worldwide by our customers, shareholders, and employees as the best airline in the world." Its objectives include positioning Asiana as the leading carrier of China, Japan, and Northeast Asia routes, and becoming a truly global airline with connections spanning over the five seas and six continents.

In March 2003, Asiana joined the Star Alliance, and Asiana flights can now
be used on the Star Alliance Round-the-World and Circle Pacific fares.