Seoul to Wŏnsan flights
Wŏnsan lies 181 km (112 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 59 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 | Wŏnsan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Korea | North Korea |
| Population | 10.3 million | 329,207 |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) |
| Nearest large airport | GMP, 17 km out | WOS, 4 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Wŏnsan
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 Wŏnsan
Wŏnsan is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Wonsan Kalma Airport (WOS), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, whose 11,482-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Sondok Airport (DSO, 66 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wonsan Kalma Airport (regional) | WOS | 4 km (2 mi) | 11,482 ft | 7 ft |
| Sondok Airport (regional) | DSO | 66 km (41 mi) | 8,210 ft | 12 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Wŏnsan from Seoul?
181 km (112 mi) in a straight line, north of Seoul.
How long does it take to get from Seoul to Wŏnsan by air?
About 59 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 Wŏnsan?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Seoul to Wŏnsan flights?
Typically Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to Wonsan Kalma Airport (WOS); Wŏnsan also has DSO.
What currency do I need in Wŏnsan?
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.