Yantai to Chaeryŏng-ni flights
Chaeryŏng-ni lies 360 km (224 mi) north-east of Yantai, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 13 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.
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| Yantai | Chaeryŏng-ni | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | North Korea |
| Population | 7.1 million | 125,631 |
| Elevation | 22 m (72 ft) | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+9 (Asia/Pyongyang) |
| Nearest large airport | YNT, 46 km out | FNJ, 66 km out |
Clocks in Chaeryŏng-ni are 1 h ahead of Yantai right now, so a 1 h 13 min journey lands 2 h 13 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Chaeryŏng-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 Yantai
Yantai is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Yantai Penglai International Airport (YNT), 46 km (29 mi) from the centre, whose 11,155-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Weihai Dashuibo Airport (WEH, 77 km).
Arriving in Chaeryŏng-ni
Chaeryŏng-ni is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ), 66 km (41 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 | 66 km (41 mi) | 12,475 ft | 117 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Chaeryŏng-ni from Yantai?
360 km (224 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Yantai.
How long does it take to get from Yantai to Chaeryŏng-ni by air?
About 1 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Yantai and Chaeryŏng-ni?
Chaeryŏng-ni is 1 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Pyongyang against Asia/Shanghai).
Which airports are used for Yantai to Chaeryŏng-ni flights?
Typically Yantai Penglai International Airport (YNT) to Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ).
What currency do I need in Chaeryŏng-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.