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Wonsan Kalma Airport (WOS)

Wonsan, North Korea · medium airport · 39.165° 127.488° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeWOS
ICAO CodeZKWS
Typemedium airport
NameWonsan Kalma Airport
MunicipalityWonsan
CountryNorth Korea
ContinentAS
Latitude39.165° N
Longitude127.488° E
Elevation7 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score500
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryNorth Korea
ISO Code
RegionWonsan
Continent CodeAS
IANA TimezoneUnknown
UTC Offset (Standard)N/A
DST OffsetN/A
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – March
Dry season across much of Asia
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Spring: Mar–MaySummer: Jun–AugAutumn: Sep–NovWinter: Dec–Feb

✈ Airlines Serving WOS

SQ — Singapore AirlinesCX — Cathay PacificEK — EmiratesQR — Qatar AirwaysEY — Etihad AirwaysNH — ANAJL — Japan AirlinesCA — Air ChinaTG — Thai Airways

🌡 Climate — Temperate (39.2°N)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Wonsan Kalma Airport (WOS/ZKWS) is a dual-use airfield near Wonsan on North Korea's east coast in Kangwon Province. Originally a military base, it was modernized in the 2010s with a new passenger terminal to support tourism and domestic flights. It remains a rare civilian gateway to the Wonsan-Mt. Kumgang region, with limited and often irregular service.

💡 Local Tip
Flight schedules are highly changeable; reconfirm with your handler the morning of departure, as Wonsan flights can be delayed, canceled, or swapped to a different aircraft with little notice.
🚖 Getting There

Ground transport is not available for independent travelers; most arrivals are met by pre-arranged official or tour vehicles. The airport is close to Wonsan, so transfers by car are short, but roads and checkpoints can add delays. Confirm all pickup arrangements in advance through your sponsor or tour agency.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Wonsan Kalma Airport?
A: Air Koryo has operated occasional domestic and charter flights; international service is rare and subject to government approval.

Q: Is the airport open to foreign tourists?
A: Access is tightly controlled; foreign visitors typically arrive on organized tours or special charters, not scheduled public bookings.

Q: What facilities are at the airport?
A: The modern terminal has basic passenger services, check-in, immigration, and a small duty-free or souvenir area, but amenities are limited.

Q: How do I get from the airport to Wonsan?
A: There is no public transit; transport is usually arranged by tour operators or official hosts, typically by car or bus.

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