Cairo to Tŏkch’ŏn flights
Tŏkch’ŏn lies 8,317 km (5,168 mi) north-east of Cairo, +6 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 11 h 25 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Cairo | Tŏkch’ŏn | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Egypt | North Korea |
| Population | 9.6 million | 237,133 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 113 m (371 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) |
| Nearest large airport | CAI, 15 km out | FNJ, 77 km out |
Clocks in Tŏkch’ŏn are 6 h ahead of Cairo right now, so a 11 h 25 min journey lands 17 h 25 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Tŏkch’ŏn
Crossing from Egypt into North Korea: money changes from the Pound to the Won (KPW); sockets are Euro, NEMA 1-15, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +850.
Airports at each end
Leaving Cairo
Cairo is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Cairo International Airport (CAI), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 13,124-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Sphinx International Airport (SPX, 34 km), Capital International Airport (CCE, 57 km).
Arriving in Tŏkch’ŏn
Tŏkch’ŏn is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ), 77 km (48 mi) from the centre, whose 12,475-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pyongyang Sunan International Airport | FNJ | 77 km (48 mi) | 12,475 ft | 117 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Tŏkch’ŏn from Cairo?
8,317 km (5,168 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Cairo.
How long does it take to get from Cairo to Tŏkch’ŏn by air?
About 11 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cairo and Tŏkch’ŏn?
Tŏkch’ŏn is 6 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Pyongyang against Africa/Cairo).
Which airports are used for Cairo to Tŏkch’ŏn flights?
Typically Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ).
What currency do I need in Tŏkch’ŏn?
The Won (KPW).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.