Why go
- Capital and largest city of North Korea.
- Served by Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ).
History
Pyongyang (Korean: 평양) is the capital and largest city of North Korea. According to the 2008 population census, it has a population of 3,255,288. Pyongyang is located on the Taedong River about 109 kilometers upstream from its mouth on the Yellow Sea. Pyongyang is a directly administered city with a status equal to that of the North Korean provinces.
Where to stay
Restaurants & places to go
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Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 4 direct destinations
- Air Koryo JS (T20, A81) · 4 routes: Beijing, Kuala Lumpur, Shenyang, Vladivostok
- Air China CA (737) · 1 route: Beijing
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ); 27 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: FNJ has direct flights to 4 destinations on 2 airlines (incl. Beijing, Kuala Lumpur, Shenyang, Vladivostok). By water: 2 ferry terminals within 20 km.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Pyongyang, North Korea. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Private aviation
On-demand charter, jet cards and the semi-private scheduled carriers that serve this city.