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Current Date And Time In Kaech’ŏn, North Korea

Sunday, 26 July 2026
18:29:17 KST
Currency: North Korean Won (KPW)
Timezone: UTC +08:30 (KST)
Population: 319,554

✈️ Kaech’ŏn, South Pyongan, North Korea - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Kaech’ŏn, South Pyongan, 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 Kaech’ŏn.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Kaech’ŏn 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 Kaech’ŏn — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in North Korea, which includes Kaech’ŏn, 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 Kaech’ŏn.

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 Kaech’ŏn. 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 Kaech’ŏn.

🚔
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 Kaech’ŏn for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Kaech’ŏn
Regional Airport
Pukchang Air Base
Sunchon, KP
23
km away

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

✈️ How Far Is Kaech’ŏn From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kaech’ŏn 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)1,289 km801 mi~ 2h 16m
Singapore (Singapore)4,814 km2,991 mi~ 6h 25m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)6,650 km4,132 mi~ 8h 34m
Sydney (Australia)8,585 km5,334 mi~ 10h 51m
London (United Kingdom)8,605 km5,347 mi~ 10h 52m
Paris (France)8,716 km5,416 mi~ 11h
Los Angeles (United States)9,500 km5,903 mi~ 11h 56m
Auckland (New Zealand)9,868 km6,132 mi~ 12h 22m
Toronto (Canada)10,406 km6,466 mi~ 13h
New York (United States)10,849 km6,741 mi~ 13h 31m

✈ 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 Kaech’ŏn, 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 Kaech’ŏn 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 Time6:29 PM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Kaech’ŏn to Major World Cities

It is currently 6:59 PM on Sunday in Kaech’ŏn. 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 Kaech’ŏn 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 Kaech’ŏn
New York (United States)Sun, 5:59 AM13h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sun, 2:59 AM16h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sun, 5:59 AM13h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sun, 10:59 AM8h behind
Paris (France)Sun, 11:59 AM7h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 1:59 PM5h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 5:59 PM1h behind
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 6:59 PMSame time
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 7:59 PM1h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 9:59 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 Kaech’ŏn — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Kaech’ŏn 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
₩ 1,023.66
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 26, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Kaech’ŏn

Knowing which languages are used in Kaech’ŏn 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 Kaech’ŏn. 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
Yŏngbyŏn (P'yŏngan-bukto, North Korea)9 mi15 kmNNW
⬆️
Anju (South Pyongan, North Korea)13 mi22 kmWSW
⬆️
Kujang-ŭp (P'yŏngan-bukto, North Korea)14 mi22 kmNNE
⬆️
Sinanju (South Pyongan, North Korea)17 mi27 kmWSW
⬆️
Sunch’ŏn (South Pyongan, North Korea)19 mi30 kmSouth (S)
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Kaech’ŏn

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Kaech’ŏn is the Great Wall of China (China), about 844 km away. Straight-line distances from Kaech’ŏn 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), China844 km524 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India4,594 km2,855 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan7,950 km4,940 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy8,731 km5,425 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico12,408 km7,710 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru16,556 km10,287 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil17,888 km11,115 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

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

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

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Kaech’ŏn, 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 Kaech’ŏn and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Kaech’ŏn.

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

🧭 Kaech’ŏn's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Kaech’ŏn

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Kaech’ŏn. 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 Kaech’ŏn — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Kaech’ŏn

Kaech’ŏn 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 Kaech’ŏn

The closest airport to Kaech’ŏn is Pukchang Air Base, about 23 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 Kaech’ŏn From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Kaech’ŏn 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 Kaech’ŏn gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Kaech’ŏn

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

🔎 Explore More About Kaech’ŏn

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Kaech’ŏn

What side of the road do people drive on in Kaech’ŏn?

Kaech’ŏn, 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 Kaech’ŏn use?

Kaech’ŏn 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 Kaech’ŏn?

In Kaech’ŏn, 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 Kaech’ŏn?

Pukchang Air Base is the nearest airport to Kaech’ŏn, about 23 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Kaech’ŏn in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Kaech’ŏn 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 Kaech’ŏn?

Kaech’ŏn shares the official and regional languages of South Pyongan 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 Kaech’ŏn?

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