Tokyo to Hamhŭng flights
Hamhŭng lies 1,166 km (724 mi) north-west of Tokyo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 15 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.
| Tokyo | Hamhŭng | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | North Korea |
| Population | 9.7 million | 559,056 |
| Elevation | 44 m (144 ft) | 16 m (52 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) |
| Nearest large airport | HND, 18 km out | DSO, 20 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Hamhŭng
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 Tokyo
Tokyo is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), 18 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 11,024-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Narita International Airport (NRT, 64 km), Ibaraki Airport (IBR, 85 km).
Arriving in Hamhŭng
Hamhŭng is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Sondok Airport (DSO), 20 km (12 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,210 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Wonsan Kalma Airport (WOS, 84 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sondok Airport (regional) | DSO | 20 km (12 mi) | 8,210 ft | 12 ft |
| Wonsan Kalma Airport (regional) | WOS | 84 km (52 mi) | 11,482 ft | 7 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Hamhŭng from Tokyo?
1,166 km (724 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Tokyo.
How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Hamhŭng by air?
About 2 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tokyo and Hamhŭng?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Tokyo to Hamhŭng flights?
Typically Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to Sondok Airport (DSO); Hamhŭng also has WOS.
What currency do I need in Hamhŭng?
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.