Minato to Pyongyang flights
Pyongyang lies 994 km (618 mi) north-west of Minato, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 1 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.
| Minato | Pyongyang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | North Korea |
| Population | 375,339 | 3.2 million |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | 43 m (141 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) |
| Nearest large airport | KIX, 25 km out | FNJ, 22 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Pyongyang
Crossing from Japan into North Korea: money changes from the Yen to the Won (KPW); traffic switches to the right; sockets are Euro, NEMA 1-15, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +850.
Airports at each end
Leaving Minato
Minato is served by 5 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Kansai International Airport (KIX), 25 km (16 mi) from the centre, whose 13,123-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Kobe Airport (UKB, 47 km), Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air Base (TKS, 51 km), Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM, 68 km), Nanki Shirahama Airport (SHM, 65 km).
Arriving in Pyongyang
Pyongyang is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ), 22 km (14 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 | 22 km (14 mi) | 12,475 ft | 117 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Pyongyang from Minato?
994 km (618 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Minato.
How long does it take to get from Minato to Pyongyang by air?
About 2 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Minato and Pyongyang?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Minato to Pyongyang flights?
Typically Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ).
What currency do I need in Pyongyang?
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.