Airlines · Asie du Nord-Est
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Nounaah 2 months ago
Missing second first name on Turkish Airlines ticket
Hi,

I bought my flight ticket with my first (usual) first name, which appears first on my passport. However, I have two first names on my passport, and of course, it’s mentioned in the machine-readable zone at the bottom.

I booked with Turkish Airlines (through an online agency) for a trip to South Korea.

I wanted to know if it would be a problem that I only used my first first name on the ticket, while my passport has two. I had requested through the agency to add the second first name, but the airline refused because it doesn’t meet their general conditions. (They must have seen that the last name and first name were the same, and only the second first name was added.)

So, my ticket has my last name and first first name correctly spelled, and when I check in online, I’ll enter the passport details correctly.

I’ll have a layover in Istanbul on the flight.

Thanks in advance for your replies. Have a great day.
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Sinforosa 4 months ago · Patrick91230
Which airline for Seoul?
Hi there,

When I run searches on Skyscanner, I see that only Lufthansa has flights to Seoul with just one stop. Air France doesn’t show up, even though I thought the French airline served Seoul? I can’t even log into the Air France website—it keeps glitching.
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Fragap 4 months ago · Annieastrid
Passport and maiden name vs. married name (Lucky Air)
My wife bought a flight ticket (Lucky Air) under her Thai maiden name and was issued a Chinese visa on her new Thai passport but with her French married name (due to administrative requirements). She was denied boarding by the airline in Bangkok for the flight to Kunming—resulting in the loss of our round-trip flight tickets, including mine since we were traveling together—despite presenting both passports at the airline counter at the same time.
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Lescaribous 4 months ago · Envallis
Long layover in Seoul (ICN): questions about free guided tours from the airport?
Hi there, I’ve got a long layover (about 10 hours) in Seoul on an upcoming trip. I arrive from Phnom Penh at 7:20 AM and depart for Montreal at 6:00 PM.

First question: Will my checked baggage be transferred automatically? I have a single ticket from KTI to YUL (Air Canada ticket—KTI-ICN operated by Asiana (codeshare) and ICN-YUL by Air Canada).

Second question: I saw it’s possible to join free guided tours (Airport Transit Tour). What do you think of this kind of service? And is my "actual" layover time (accounting for security checks, check-in, etc.) enough to do one of these tours?

Thanks in advance to everyone who chimes in on this!
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Japanboy64 4 months ago · Erjome
Qatar Airways: cancellation and incomplete rescheduling
So, even before starting my explanation, I’d like to introduce myself since this is my first post on the forum :) I’m Jérôme, a huge Asia enthusiast, and I’m currently in the process of moving to Japan with my family in 2028.

Now, onto the topic :)

We’re a family of four traveling together to Seoul, with two separate bookings.

Our original itinerary was: Madrid → Doha → Seoul (March 23–24)

The issue is that our entire outbound flight was canceled, and the airline simply rescheduled the Madrid → Doha leg. Now we’re left with an incomplete journey, with no solution to reach our final destination (Seoul).

Since then:

- Can’t modify flights online (technical error every time) - Can’t get help via chat or WhatsApp - Phone support is unreachable, and the usual French number isn’t working right now

We don’t want a refund. We just want to be rerouted to Seoul, as our original ticket promised.

We’re flexible:

- On dates (we can leave on March 21 or 22 instead of the 23rd) - On the itinerary (different layovers if needed)

Have any of you dealt with this before? Do you know how to unlock a booking in this case or get a rerouting? We’re considering going straight to the airport to resolve it at the Qatar Airways counter....

Thanks so much for your help! 😊
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Mu1974 5 months ago · Tatra
Safe airline for Hong Kong - Tokyo connection
Hi there! I’m planning to spend a few days in Hong Kong in April/May to visit my son, who’ll be doing an exchange program there. We’d also like to take the opportunity to spend a few days in Japan. Do you have any tips on airlines in the region? I’ve seen deals on Skyscanner for HK Express, which seems like the local Ryanair. But I have no idea what it’s like. Thanks in advance!
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Pcecil 5 months ago · Tatra
Flight ticket prices for Japan in autumn
Hi, I was thinking of going to Japan in October, but the prices are currently insane—direct flights from Paris to Tokyo are around 1600-1800 €! Is it always like this, or is it just because I’m planning too far ahead? Thanks
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Jojost06 6 months ago · Fairytitania
Different departure and arrival cities in Japan
Hi, I’m planning a 20-day family trip to Japan in June 2026. I’d love to hear your thoughts on arriving in Tokyo and departing from Osaka (or vice versa)—not using the same airport for arrival and departure. I’m convinced it’s much more comfortable and avoids retracing our steps by train across Japan, but I get the feeling flight costs skyrocket.

Thanks for your input! :)

Best regards,

Joelle
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Jennifer6214 6 months ago · Patrick91230
Connecting at Hanoi Airport on the way to Tokyo
Hi, I’m traveling from Paris to Tokyo with a connection in Hanoi. My layover isn’t long (1h45), so I’m a bit stressed about missing my second flight to Tokyo. So I have a couple of questions: 1) Will my luggage go straight through, or do I need to collect it? 2) Do I have to go through everything again (customs, security, etc.)?

Just to clarify, my Paris-Tokyo ticket is with Vietnam Airlines.

Thanks for your help!
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Carineles 9 months ago · Erjome
Brussels-Da Nang flight with layover in Hong Kong on Cathay Pacific
Hi there, I just booked a round-trip flight from Brussels to Da Nang on eDreams, with a layover in Hong Kong on Cathay Pacific. Does anyone know the check-in procedure for these flights? 1) For flight CX294 BXL-HKG, I’ll need to check in on the Cathay Pacific website, 2) For the next flight CX5552 HKG-DAD, what should I do? I only have a 2h25 layover. Will I need to collect my luggage, go through immigration, and then recheck in at the airport counter, etc.? I’m pretty worried about this layover—I thought check-in could be done on the airline’s website and that my luggage would be transferred automatically during the layover, like with most other airlines... Thanks so much for any help from those who’ve been in this situation!
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Cilce59 last year · Erjome
Review of Thai Airways
I'd like to fly with Thai Airways to Japan. Could anyone—or several people—share their thoughts on this airline?
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Jano34 last year · Dennis2
How to avoid being denied boarding at Paris CDG for China
Hi everyone, we need your advice to avoid being denied boarding at Paris CDG.

We’re planning a one-month trip to China, which matches the 30-day visa on arrival, but with a return ticket from Vietnam. For example, we’d arrive in Chengdu, then travel via Lao Cai to Vietnam, and fly back to Paris CDG from Hanoi 45 days later. Do you think this could be an issue at boarding?

Second option: arrive in Chengdu (*30-day visa duration*), then fly from Kunming to Hanoi 45 days later (Vietnam visa duration), and return to Paris CDG from Hanoi. Thanks for your input!
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Shiyawase last year · Erjome
Have you heard of Qanot Sharq airline?
Hi everyone! We’re planning a multi-stop trip, starting with Uzbekistan. Has anyone flown with Qanot Sharq before? We’re looking to take a flight from Tashkent to Guangzhou. We tried buying a ticket on their website, but they only accept local bank cards since they don’t take foreign currency. We’ve searched on other sites but can’t find any tickets that include baggage. It’s a bit risky since there’s no info on whether we can buy baggage allowance on their site or how much it’d cost.

If anyone has any tips, we’d love to hear them! 😊 Safe travels!
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Nimou74 last year · Fragrataloup
Returning to China in the fall: when to book international flights for the best price?
Hi everyone,

We’re planning to return to China next fall. Destination: Shanghai, followed by a trip through Gansu and then Hunan. I’ll admit that international flights are leaving me a bit puzzled—I’m wondering how far in advance I should book to get the best deals. For most other international destinations, I usually book 6 to 9 months ahead, but for China, it’s a whole different story... For example, when I look at flight comparisons, the best prices are around 500 € or even less for departures within the next 3 months with Chinese airlines (Air China, China Southern, etc.). Not the most practical timing for planning a trip... Those same tickets jump to over 1,000 € for departures around October 20th. 🏴‍☠️ There are also flights in October at very reasonable prices with Finnair + Juneyao Airlines. Has anyone heard of them? I’m worried that if the first flight (Finnair) is delayed, it might be impossible to get rebooked on the next Juneyao flight... Anyway, if you have any recent experiences to share... 😇 Thanks in advance! !
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Jenna971 last year
Layover in Hong Kong
Hi there,

I’d like to travel to Japan with my son. I read that it’s cheaper to fly via Hong Kong to reach other Asian countries. I tried it, and it’s indeed much cheaper, with better flight times on Cathay Pacific, which is a great airline. In short, it’s better—even though I think if I miss a flight, I’d lose everything.

I’d like to know if it’s easy to get around Hong Kong Airport? Do you have to go through customs again in these cases? Do you need to pay for some kind of transit visa?

If the layover is long, is it easy to head into the city for a quick visit?

Thanks for your feedback!
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Badom last year · Delphy83
Which airline for Paris-Tokyo in business class?
Hi there,

My daughter, wife, and I are starting to plan a two-week trip to Japan for... April 2026. My wife wants us to really treat ourselves, so we’re considering business class (we usually fly premium economy or even economy). Since we’re departing from Paris and want a direct flight, we have three options: JAL, ANA, or Air France.

I’ve flown Air France in business quite a bit for work, and I do find it very comfortable. But I wonder if I’m just defaulting to a national bias—maybe the other two airlines have advantages I’m not considering.

If I’m looking at criteria like: - Comfort (especially for sleeping) - Meals - Entertainment

Any advice? Personal experiences? Have any of the three airlines updated their business class on this route recently?

Thanks! !
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Theou last year
Carrying liquids in cabin with AirChina
Hi there,

Since I can’t reach AirChina by phone, I’m posting here to see if anyone has encountered a similar situation and can shed some light.

I’m flying on Sunday for a CDG-Beijing-Canton flight with AirChina, then Canton-Bangkok with Spring Airlines.

I’m a bit worried about my luggage. I’m only traveling with a backpack, a carry-on bag.

I’m not entirely clear on the rules about carrying liquids in the cabin, and I’m hesitant to bring a small toiletry kit (small perfume, cream, deodorant stick—all under 100ml, in a ziplock bag, with a total volume of 350ml).

From what I understand, liquids are allowed but only in checked baggage for domestic flights. On the other hand, it’s stated that they’re permitted in cabin if they meet the 100ml rule and are packed in a ziplock. It’s a bit contradictory, and the airline isn’t responding.

Since my connection is tight and I’m not familiar with Beijing Airport, I’m afraid of breaking the rules, getting held up during security checks, and having to throw away my things.

If anyone can clarify this for me, I’d really appreciate it! !
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Patrick91230 last year
Buying train tickets and domestic flights from China
Hi, I’m heading to China at the end of March and I’ve got the question in the title.

Chinese airlines only sell the most expensive tickets on comparison sites or their websites outside China. For the best prices, tickets need to be bought in China. Has anyone ever bought a domestic flight there through a local agency or online? Same question for trains.

Thanks
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LeoCarles 2 years ago · Dennis2
GP Tickets and China
Hi everyone,

I’m sorry in advance if my post isn’t in the right section!

I’m planning to spend a week in Beijing using Air France’s GP tickets, trying my luck with the R2s—that is, a ticket without a reservation that only lets you board the plane if there’s space left. However, I’ve seen that to enter China, you need to show proof of a return ticket.

Have any of you experienced this situation, in China or any other country with the same requirements?

Thanks so much in advance! :)
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Ergamof 6 years ago · Patrick91230
Frontières indonésiennes fermées et remboursement de vol pour le Japon
Bonjour,

Devant partir normalement d'ici une semaine en Indonésie et au Japon, mon voyage a bien entendu été annulé à cause de la situation actuelle. J'avais un vol multi-ville Zurich-Jakarta/Tokyo-Zurich avec Cathay Pacific, un des vols ayant été annulé, les billets m'ont totalement été remboursés (très vite soit dit en passant). Donc aucun problème de ce côté là.

Par contre, j'ai également un billet Surabaya-Tokyo à la mi-octobre avec Air Asia, celui-ci n'étant pas (encore) annulé. Je n'ai d'ailleurs pas trouvé d'infos de la part d'Air Asia pour des billets datant d'après le 31 août. Ma question est la suivante : dois-je prendre les devants en disant à la compagnie que les frontières de l’Indonésie sont fermées et que du coup je ne peux pas profiter de ce vol ou alors dois-je attendre une éventuelle annulation ? Si je prends les devant, puis-je espérer un remboursement même si le vol n'est pas annulé (je préférerais un remboursement plutôt qu'un avoir) ?

Merci d'avance Loïc
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Jacqlem1 6 years ago · Mvbergen
Misterfly à éviter: escroquerie ou incapables?
bonjour à tous

retour d'expérience sur le site misterfly .

nous vous conseillons clairement d'éviter , pour vous épargner de gros soucis .

j'explique :

tout nos vols cette année sont reservés via cette plateforme qui présente soit disant des avantages . le bilan est catastrophique .

1. cde nº 2672828 pour A/R tokyo via air france annulée pour cause du covid ( pas de probleme la dessus ) .....bilan : plus de 4 mois aprés . aucun retour . ni remboursement ni avoir ..... ils nous baladent depuis

2. cde 1654093 . le ponpon . notre amie a son vol reotur thailande annulé . se débrouille elle meme pour rentrer en france . aucun retour de la part de misterfly . silence radio . aucun dédommagement . font la sourde oreille et oubli a chaque fois de vous répondre ....on se moque de qui ??????

3. cde nº 2039878 pour bali . information de la compagnie singapour airline annulant le vol . mais à nouveau silence radio de misterfly

bref ce sont clairement des guignols et nous déconseillons cette plateforme qui ne vous accompagnera en rien d'une part mais surtout se gardera de respecter les conditions minimales auquels le contrat qui vous lie , les engagent

voila ...vous connaissez notrehistoire la suite je suppose devant les tribunaux
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Johanvdh 6 years ago · NadegerFERM
Trouver un billet d'avion du jour pour le lendemain et improviser
Bonjour,

Mon rêve pour mon prochain voyage serait de trouver un billet d'avion du jour pour le lendemain et improviser à partir de là. L'idée serait de trouver des billets pas cher évidemment.

Connaissez vous un site qui propose ce type d'offres. Je me demande aussi si c'est réellement dans l'intérêt des compagnies aériennes de brader leurs places invendues dans les dernières heures..

Des idées ?

Merci par avance
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Patrick91230 6 years ago · Sifodias69
Le Japon va ouvrir son ciel pour certains pays d'Asie et d'Océanie
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Le japon étudie l'ouverture de ses frontières aux touristes Asiatiques et de l'Océanie dans un premier temps. Pas pour tous, les Vietnamiens, les Thaïlandais, les Australiens et les Néo-zélandais seront les premiers touristes autorisés à entrer dans le pays. Puis suivra selon la situation sanitaire de chaque pays l'autorisation de venir au Japon. D'autre part le gouvernement va injecté 14 milliards d'euros dans le tourisme, celui-ci c'est effondré et avec le report d'un an des JO, certains hôtels et restaurants ne passeront pas l'année. Cela se traduira par une prise en charge pouvant aller jusqu’à 50% du prix de la chambre et idem dans des restaurants. Le prix des chambres sera plafonné à 170€ la nuit.Certains magasins de souvenirs seront aussi concernés. Le commerçant vend à moins 50% au client et se fait rembourser la différence par l'état. Ca devrait booster les arrivés de touristes dans les prochains mois. A suivre....
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Benharper770 6 years ago
Remboursement de billet d'avion Air China pour Taïwan
Bonjour,

Je voulais savoir si j'étais le seul dans cette situation. J'ai été éligible au remboursement de mon billet d'avion pour Taïwan suite au virus. J'ai effectué la procédure sur le site et ai reçu confirmation que le montant me serait remboursé dans les 4 à 6 semaines.

Seulement ça fait 8 semaines aujourd'hui et toujours rien. Le plus inquiétant est que soudainement le numéro d'appel du SAV n'est plus valide et pareil pour l'email...

Merci
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Indiia 6 years ago
Aide pour annulations de vol chez Travel2be
Hello à tous,

Je viens chercher de l'aide concernant les annulations de vol chez Travel2be. En fait, je devais partir au Japon ce lundi 6 avril mais autant dire que, crise oblige, je ne pars pas. J'ai déjà annulé mes hôtels, mes JR Pass, ... Par contre, pas moyen d'annuler mes vols avec Travel 2 be. On ne parvient plus à contacter le service clientèle. Je peux introduire une demande d'annulation via un formulaire en ligne mais alors les frais d'annulation sont à ma charge. Ils disent qu'on peut les contacter uniquement si notre vol est dans les 72 heures mais j'aimerais savoir si certains parmi vous ont été remboursés ? comment cela se passe ? est-ce que Travel2be a fini par les contacter avant la date prévue du vol ?

J'ai avancé le prix de 3 billets alors autant dire que je suis stressée de ne pas revoir mon argent..... Donc déjà merciiiiiiiiii à tous ceux qui pourront m'aider.
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Madximilian 6 years ago
Rejoindre Séoul par avion depuis les Philippine (Bohol)
Bonjour a toutes et a tous, je suis actuellement aux Philippines, j'ai un vol retour vers Paris le 2 avril, mon voyage retour se composait : PANGLAO (Philippines) / SEOUL assuré par la compagnie JEJUAIR (Korean) puis SEOUL / PARIS avec Korean Airlines. la compagnie JEJUAIR a annulé tous ces vols... de plus je suis sur une ile au sud des Philippines (Bohol) qui suite au Covid-19 a fait un lockdown, c'est a dire, on entre pas / on sort pas de l'ile au moins jusqu'au 14 avril... donc mon vol vers Paris est compromis, heureusement j'ai une maison ici et pas de frais de logement, savez vous si il y a moyen avec Korean Airlines d'annuler sans frais (j'ai des doutes) ou me refaire un ticket pour plus tard, quand tous ces problèmes serons derrière nous... je fais cette demande car Travelgenio et Korean Airlines ne répondent pas et peut être que la communauté est déjà passé par la ? Prenez tous soins de vous 😉
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Midosol 6 years ago · Patrick91230
Remboursement Air China
Bonjour, J'espère que je ne suis pas H-S sinon je supprimerais mon poste. En fait, je faisais mes études en Chine, mais à cause d'un décès, en Janvier je suis répartie en France. Et il y a eu le virus en chine, et l'école nous as conseillé de ne pas repartir. Je ne vais donc plus en Chine, mais j'avais déjà payé mon billet de retour. Et j'ai demandé un remboursement au plus vite (mon billet étant prévu le 13 Février), et on m'a dit qu'on m'enverrait un message sous 6 jours pour le remboursement. Cela fait 15 jours et je n'ai toujours pas de nouvelles. Je n'arrive pas à contacter Airchina sur messenger, mail ou même par appel. Pourtant dans l'actualité de leur site, c'était bien écris que les billets commençant par tel nombre sont remboursés. Mais aucun nouvelle et je ne sais plus du tout à qui écrire... Voilà merci de m'avoir lu...
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