Shijiazhuang to Songnim-ni flights
Songnim-ni lies 975 km (606 mi) east of Shijiazhuang, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Shijiazhuang | Songnim-ni | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | North Korea |
| Population | 5.8 million | 152,425 |
| Elevation | 77 m (253 ft) | 27 m (89 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) |
| Nearest large airport | SJW, 33 km out | FNJ, 51 km out |
Clocks in Songnim-ni are 1 h ahead of Shijiazhuang right now, so a 2 h journey lands 3 h later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Songnim-ni
Crossing from China into North Korea: money changes from the Yuan Renminbi to the Won (KPW); sockets are Euro, NEMA 1-15, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +850.
Airports at each end
Leaving Shijiazhuang
Shijiazhuang is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport (SJW), 33 km (21 mi) from the centre, whose 11,155-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Songnim-ni
Songnim-ni is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ), 51 km (32 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 | 51 km (32 mi) | 12,475 ft | 117 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Songnim-ni from Shijiazhuang?
975 km (606 mi) in a straight line, east of Shijiazhuang.
How long does it take to get from Shijiazhuang to Songnim-ni by air?
About 2 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shijiazhuang and Songnim-ni?
Songnim-ni is 1 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Pyongyang against Asia/Shanghai).
Which airports are used for Shijiazhuang to Songnim-ni flights?
Typically Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport (SJW) to Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ).
What currency do I need in Songnim-ni?
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.