Seoul to Sinp’o flights
Sinp’o lies 295 km (183 mi) north of Seoul, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 8 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.
| Seoul | Sinp’o | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Korea | North Korea |
| Population | 10.3 million | 152,759 |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 39 m (128 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) |
| Nearest large airport | GMP, 17 km out | DSO, 70 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Sinp’o
Crossing from South Korea into North Korea: money changes from the Won to the Won (KPW); sockets are Euro, NEMA 1-15, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +850.
Airports at each end
Leaving Seoul
Seoul is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Incheon International Airport (ICN, 48 km), Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46) (WJU, 88 km).
Arriving in Sinp’o
Sinp’o is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Sondok Airport (DSO), 70 km (43 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,210 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sondok Airport (regional) | DSO | 70 km (43 mi) | 8,210 ft | 12 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Sinp’o from Seoul?
295 km (183 mi) in a straight line, north of Seoul.
How long does it take to get from Seoul to Sinp’o by air?
About 1 h 8 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Seoul and Sinp’o?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Seoul to Sinp’o flights?
Typically Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to Sondok Airport (DSO).
What currency do I need in Sinp’o?
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.