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Current Date And Time In Kogŏnwon, North Korea

Sunday, 26 July 2026
14:21:00 KST
Currency: North Korean Won (KPW)
Timezone: UTC +08:30 (KST)

✈️ Kogŏnwon, North Hamgyong, North Korea - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Kogŏnwon, North Hamgyong, North Korea using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Kogŏnwon.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Kogŏnwon with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Kogŏnwon — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in North Korea, which includes Kogŏnwon, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for North Korea before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers North Korea's time zone +08:30, country calling code +850 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .KP. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Kogŏnwon.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+08:30
📞 Country Calling Code+850
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.KP

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for North Korea — police 112, ambulance 119, fire brigade 119, general emergency 119. Store these in your phone before you reach Kogŏnwon. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Kogŏnwon.

🚔
Police
112
🚑
Ambulance
119
🚒
Fire
119
📞
General
119

📊 North Korea At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for North Korea — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

👤
Life Expectancy
73.7
years
📚
Literacy Rate
100.0%
adults 15+
💼
Unemployment
3.6%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full North Korea development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Kogŏnwon for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Kogŏnwon
Regional Airport • YNJ
Yanji Chaoyangchuan Airport
Yanji, CN
66
km away
Nearest to Chongjin (Capital)
Regional Airport • RGO
Orang (Chongjin) Airport
Hoemun-ri, KP
42
km from Chongjin

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Kogŏnwon's exact coordinates, or Chongjin's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Kogŏnwon From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kogŏnwon to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
Tokyo (Japan)1,124 km699 mi~ 2h 04m
Singapore (Singapore)5,291 km3,287 mi~ 6h 58m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)6,951 km4,319 mi~ 8h 56m
London (United Kingdom)8,501 km5,283 mi~ 10h 45m
Paris (France)8,637 km5,367 mi~ 10h 55m
Sydney (Australia)8,775 km5,452 mi~ 11h 04m
Los Angeles (United States)9,012 km5,600 mi~ 11h 21m
Auckland (New Zealand)9,926 km6,167 mi~ 12h 26m
Toronto (Canada)9,975 km6,198 mi~ 12h 29m
New York (United States)10,431 km6,481 mi~ 13h 01m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Kogŏnwon, North Korea is set to Korea Standard Time (KST) with a current offset of UTC +08:30. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Kogŏnwon requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneKorea Standard Time (KST)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +08:30
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time2:21 PM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Kogŏnwon to Major World Cities

It is currently 2:51 PM on Sunday in Kogŏnwon. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Kogŏnwon right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Kogŏnwon
New York (United States)Sun, 1:51 AM13h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 10:51 PM16h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sun, 1:51 AM13h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sun, 6:51 AM8h behind
Paris (France)Sun, 7:51 AM7h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 9:51 AM5h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 1:51 PM1h behind
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 2:51 PMSame time
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 3:51 PM1h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 5:51 PM3h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Kogŏnwon — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Kogŏnwon is the North Korean won (KPW), written as . The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
₩ 900.00
KPW
€ 1 Euro
₩ 1,023.88
KPW
£ 1 British Pound
₩ 1,198.75
KPW
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
₩ 628.20
KPW
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
₩ 638.18
KPW

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 25, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Kogŏnwon

Knowing which languages are used in Kogŏnwon helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
Korean

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Kogŏnwon. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Banshi (Jilin, China)11 mi17 kmNE
⬆️
Sŏngnae-ri (North Hamgyong, North Korea)11 mi17 kmNNW
⬆️
Ŭndŏk (North Hamgyong, North Korea)12 mi19 kmSE
⬆️
Satan (North Hamgyong, North Korea)13 mi21 kmSSW
⬆️
Kwirak (North Hamgyong, North Korea)13 mi21 kmSSE
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Kogŏnwon

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Kogŏnwon is the Great Wall of China (China), about 1,207 km away. Straight-line distances from Kogŏnwon to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China1,207 km750 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India4,970 km3,088 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan8,136 km5,055 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy8,738 km5,430 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico11,929 km7,412 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru16,074 km9,988 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil17,740 km11,023 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Kogŏnwon shares the same national travel standards as the rest of North Hamgyong and North Korea. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ North Hamgyong Travel GuideView travel standards for all of North Hamgyong, including major hub cities.
✈️ North Korea Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for North Korea.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Kogŏnwon, North Korea runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type C/F socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Kogŏnwon and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Kogŏnwon.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
FType F: Two round pins + grounding clips (Schuko)
States By Alphabets

🧭 Kogŏnwon's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Kogŏnwon

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Kogŏnwon. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Kogŏnwon — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Kogŏnwon

Kogŏnwon keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of North Korea. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Kogŏnwon

The closest airport to Kogŏnwon is Yanji Chaoyangchuan Airport (YNJ), about 66 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Kogŏnwon From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Kogŏnwon needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Kogŏnwon gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Kogŏnwon

Kogŏnwon rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Kogŏnwon — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Kogŏnwon

ℹ️ Kogŏnwon OverviewSee the full profile of Kogŏnwon — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Kogŏnwon MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Kogŏnwon for distance and direction.
💰 Kogŏnwon CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Kogŏnwon

What side of the road do people drive on in Kogŏnwon?

Kogŏnwon, like the rest of North Korea, drives on the Right. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Kogŏnwon use?

Kogŏnwon runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type C/F sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Kogŏnwon?

In Kogŏnwon, reach police on 112, ambulance on 119, fire brigade on 119, a general emergency line on 119. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Kogŏnwon?

Yanji Chaoyangchuan Airport (YNJ) is the nearest airport to Kogŏnwon, about 66 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Kogŏnwon in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Kogŏnwon runs on Korea Standard Time (UTC +08:30). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Kogŏnwon?

Kogŏnwon shares the official and regional languages of North Hamgyong and North Korea — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Kogŏnwon?

No — Kogŏnwon uses the North Korean won (KPW), symbol . Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Kogŏnwon currency page for live rates.