Flights to North Korea
North Korea has only one airport serving scheduled passenger flights, which is Pyongyang Airport — also known as Sunan International Airport. It handles a total of 36 flights in May from 4 airports in 2 countries, operated by 3 different airlines — none of them are a low-cost carrier. You can fly to North Korea in Economy and Business Class.
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Destinations in North Korea Airlines flying to North Korea Best time to visit North Korea Countries with direct flights All direct flights Business Class flights International flights Intercontinental flights Popular routes Routes with a stopover FAQFlightConnections provides all the information you need to plan your flight to North Korea. Airports, destinations, routes and schedules are all clearly displayed on our interactive flight map. If you prefer a list view, the sections below with available departure and arrival airports might be useful. Looking to see which countries offer direct connections? You'll find that information further down, along with all airlines flying to North Korea.
For a more comfortable journey, explore the Business Class sections on this page. You can also use the Class filter to choose your cabin class and see routes clearly displayed on the flight map. If you'd like to travel with an alliance, you can do so with Star Alliance. Simply use the Alliance filter to display their specific routes on the map.
Destinations in North Korea
Explore North Korea!
The only way to fly into North Korea is through its single airport: Pyongyang. For more information about flights to this airport scroll down this page or follow the link below.
Airlines flying to North Korea
When planning your trip to North Korea, you have several airline options to consider. A total of 3 airlines offer direct flights to the country — none of which are low-cost airlines. The most popular airline is Air Koryo, they handle 86% of all flights arriving here: a total of 31 flights this month.
Below is an overview of the airlines that offer their services, ranked by popularity.
What is the best time to visit North Korea?
In North Korea, there's just one destination with a hot continental climate, as highlighted here, making it easy to choose the best time for your visit.
🥵 Hot Continental destinations
Hot Continental regions in North Korea are known for their hot, humid summers, where temperatures frequently rise above 30°C (86°F), and their cold, snowy winters, with temperatures often dropping below 0°C (32°F). This creates a sharp contrast between the seasons. These destinations offer a wide array of seasonal activities, ranging from summer hiking and boating to winter sports. Travelers can experience the warmth of summer and the refreshing chill of winter in these dynamic and diverse areas.
There is one Hot Continental destination in North Korea reachable by plane. It is usually best to visit in spring, summer or fall, from March to November, although the summer months can be very warm, these months also receive slightly more precipitation than in spring and fall.
Countries with direct flights to North Korea
From which countries can you fly non-stop?
You can fly non-stop to North Korea from two countries, both can be found below, including the number of airports with direct flights:
Airports with direct flights to North Korea
This section is ideal for finding the best airport to start your trip to North Korea. All airports with direct flights are listed below, ranked by popularity. Currently, 4 airports across 2 countries and 2 continents offer direct flights to the single airport in North Korea.
Flying Business Class to North Korea
Where can you fly to in Business Class?
In total, there are 4 airports across 2 countries that provide business class flights to North Korea. Pyongyang is the only airport with Business Class flights.
Departure airports with Business Class flights
Business Class airports in North Korea
International flights from Asia to North Korea
At the moment all international flights depart from China. These direct flights arrive at Pyongyang Airport, the only international airport in North Korea.
The majority of those flights are operated by Air Koryo, which handles 82% of all international flights.
In the following section we provide detailed information on all direct and (if available) indirect routes from China:
Flights from China to North Korea
From China you can fly non-stop from 2 airports, and arrive at the only destination in North Korea: Pyongyang. In total there are 2 direct routes from China, operated by 2 different airlines — Air China and Air Koryo.
China to North Korea with a stopover
There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 143 airports in China offer flights to Pyongyang Airport with a single stop:
Intercontinental flights to North Korea
The only non-stop intercontinental connection to North Korea is from Russia, (Europe). 2 different airlines are operating these long-haul flights.
All intercontinental flights can be found below — arranged by continent, country and departure airport.
Non-stop flights from Europe to North Korea
From Europe you can only depart from Russia for a direct flight to North Korea. 2 non-stop routes are available, operated by 2 airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers.
Flights from Russia to North Korea
If you'd like to fly non-stop from Russia you can do so from 2 airports. You will arrive at Pyongyang Airport, the only destination for direct flights out of Russia. Flights are operated by 2 airlines — Nordwind and Air Koryo, neither of which are low-cost carriers.
Russia to North Korea with a stopover
There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 69 airports in Russia offer flights to Pyongyang Airport with a single stop:
Most popular routes to North Korea
Whether you're looking to explore the scenic landscapes, charming towns and vibrant cities of North Korea, visit friends and family or simply need to attend a business meeting — we've got you covered. Check out the list below to find the most popular non-stop flights available for your journey.
Popular routes to North Korea with a stopover
If there is no airport near you offering direct flights to North Korea, don't worry — you can still reach the country with a brief stopover along the way.
Below is a list of the most popular routes that require a stopover.
To see all 1- or 2-stop flight options, simply use the "Show indirect destinations" button on the map, or use the search bar to select your departure airport and discover all available routes from there to North Korea!
Frequently Asked Questions — FAQ
What is the best time to visit North Korea?
The ideal time to explore North Korea is usually from March to November. Find a detailed description here:Best time to visit North Korea
What are the most popular destinations in North Korea?
The only airport to fly to in North Korea is Pyongyang Airport, also known as Sunan International Airport.
Which alliances are flying to North Korea?
Only Star Alliance operates flights to North Korea.
Which airlines operate direct flights to North Korea?
As of today, there are 3 airlines that fly to North Korea. You can find them here:
- Air Koryo
- Air China
- Nordwind
Which low-cost airlines fly to North Korea?
There are no low-cost carriers that operate flights to North Korea at the moment.
Which countries offer direct flights to North Korea?
There are 2 countries that offer direct flights to North Korea, which are:
- China
- Russia
Which countries have the best direct connections to North Korea?
China has the best direct connection to fly to North Korea.
What are the best intercontinental hubs for flights to North Korea?
The most popular intercontinental airport for flights to North Korea is:
- Beijing (PEK)
From which continents can you fly non-stop to North Korea?
You can reach North Korea directly from 2 continents, which are:
- Asia
- Europe
Are there Business Class flights to North Korea?
Yes, you can fly in Business Class to one airport in North Korea: Pyongyang Airport.
Are there First Class flights to North Korea?
No, you cannot fly to North Korea in First Class.
What is the longest flight to North Korea?
The longest direct flight is from Moscow Sheremetyevo, Russia (SVO) to Pyongyang (FNJ). This flight takes 7 hours and 40 minutes and covers a distance of 3,971 miles (6,391 km). Other interesting long-haul flights to North Korea include:
- RU - Moscow Sheremetyevo to Pyongyang 3,971 miles
- CN - Beijing to Pyongyang 486 miles
- RU - Vladivostok to Pyongyang 442 miles
- CN - Shenyang to Pyongyang 202 miles
How many airports are there in North Korea?
There is only 1 airport that handles scheduled passenger flights, which is Pyongyang Airport.
What are the best international airports in Asia for flights to North Korea?
The most popular airport in Asia for a direct flight to North Korea is:
- Beijing (PEK)
Do all airports in North Korea operate year-round?
North Korea has only 1 airport, which doesn't offer flights all year round (or flight schedules are not available more than six months in advance).
What are the most popular flights to North Korea?
Which airports in North Korea offer domestic flights only?
As North Korea has only one airport, domestic air travel is not possible. There are no domestic flights.
