It was stated on the Szeremietiewo airport website that the first return flight from Pyongyang to Moscow will take place on Tuesday. The ticket price is 45,000 rubles, or about $ 570.
The deputy minister of Russia's transport, Vladimir Potszkin, emphasized in social media: “For the first time in over 70 years of history of diplomatic relations, we launch direct flights between the capitals of our countries.”
Political and tourist meaning of the connection
According to “Guardian”, The new connection indicates the growing proximity between Moscow and Pyongyang, as well as the difficulties that Russian travelers face after closing the European aircraft for Russian carriers.
North Korea, which is one of the countries supporting Russia in the war with Ukraine, provides Moscow weapons and ammunition. In 2024, Vladimir Putin visited Pyongyang, and his visit ended with signing a mutual defense agreement.
Although North Korea has been almost completely closed on foreign tourists so far, it is currently gradually alleviating the restrictions introduced during the pandemic. Regular tourism is still forbidden, but group trips from Russia and the participation of foreigners in some events, such as the marathon in Pyongyang, are allowed.
In June, North Korea leader Kim Jong Un announced the start of the construction of a resort on the Japanese Sea, which is to attract up to 20,000 tourists a year.
