Seoul to Kaech’ŏn flights
Kaech’ŏn lies 255 km (159 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 5 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 | Kaech’ŏn | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Korea | North Korea |
| Population | 10.3 million | 319,554 |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 35 m (115 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) |
| Nearest large airport | GMP, 17 km out | FNJ, 56 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Kaech’ŏn
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 Kaech’ŏn
Kaech’ŏn is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ), 56 km (35 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 | 56 km (35 mi) | 12,475 ft | 117 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Kaech’ŏn from Seoul?
255 km (159 mi) in a straight line, north of Seoul.
How long does it take to get from Seoul to Kaech’ŏn by air?
About 1 h 5 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 Kaech’ŏn?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Seoul to Kaech’ŏn flights?
Typically Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ).
What currency do I need in Kaech’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.