DSO - Sondok Airport
Hamhung, North Korea
IATA Code: DSO · Hamhung, North Korea
The airport code DSO is the IATA identifier for Sondok Airport. You may also find it referred to as Hamhung Airport (DSO).
Sondok Airport (DSO) serves Hamhung, North Korea, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
DSO is the IATA airport code for Sondok Airport, located in Hamhung, North Korea. The airport is situated at coordinates 39.7452°N, 127.4740°E. The current jet fuel price in the Asia Pacific region is $5.15/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Asia Pacific)
$5.15/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- DSO
- City
- Hamhung
- Country
- North Korea
- Timezone
- Asia/Pyongyang
- Latitude
- 39.7452°
- Longitude
- 127.4740°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from DSO
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| WOS - Wonsan | 64 km | $923 | $2/passenger |
| FNJ - Pyongyang | 165 km | $2,379 | $5/passenger |
| YNY - Sokcho / Gangneung | 214 km | $3,086 | $6/passenger |
| GMP - Seoul | 250 km | $3,605 | $7/passenger |
| KAG - Kangnung | 256 km | $3,692 | $7/passenger |
| SSN - Seoul East | 258 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| NBS - Baishan | 258 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| WJU - Wonju | 260 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| RGO - Chongjin | 262 km | $3,778 | $8/passenger |
| ICN - Seoul | 268 km | $3,865 | $8/passenger |
| DDG - Dandong | 274 km | $3,951 | $8/passenger |
| SWU - Suwon | 282 km | $4,066 | $8/passenger |
| OSN - Osan | 298 km | $4,297 | $9/passenger |
| TNH - Tonghua | 316 km | $4,557 | $9/passenger |
| CJJ - Chongju | 337 km | $4,860 | $10/passenger |
| HMY - Seosan | 349 km | $5,033 | $10/passenger |
| YEC - Yechon | 355 km | $5,119 | $10/passenger |
| YNJ - Yanji | 386 km | $5,566 | $11/passenger |
| SHE - Shenyang | 397 km | $5,725 | $11/passenger |
| CNI - Changhai | 416 km | $5,999 | $12/passenger |
| AOG - Anshan | 419 km | $6,042 | $12/passenger |
| CHN - Jhunju | 431 km | $6,215 | $12/passenger |
| KUV - Kunsan | 434 km | $6,258 | $13/passenger |
| TAE - Taegu | 440 km | $6,345 | $13/passenger |
| YKH - Yingkou | 444 km | $6,402 | $13/passenger |
| KPO - Pohang | 451 km | $6,503 | $13/passenger |
| USN - Ulsan | 490 km | $7,066 | $14/passenger |
| CGQ - Changchun | 495 km | $7,138 | $14/passenger |
| KWJ - Kwangju | 517 km | $7,455 | $15/passenger |
| DLC - Dalian | 517 km | $7,455 | $15/passenger |
| HIN - Sacheon | 520 km | $7,498 | $15/passenger |
| CHF - Chinhae | 523 km | $7,542 | $15/passenger |
| PUS - Busan | 524 km | $7,556 | $15/passenger |
| MWX - Muan | 537 km | $7,744 | $15/passenger |
| WEH - Weihai | 538 km | $7,758 | $16/passenger |
| RSU - Yeosu | 545 km | $7,859 | $16/passenger |
| MDG - Mudanjiang | 559 km | $8,061 | $16/passenger |
| VVO - Vladivostok | 562 km | $8,104 | $16/passenger |
| MPK - Mokpo | 563 km | $8,118 | $16/passenger |
| JNZ - Jinzhou | 563 km | $8,118 | $16/passenger |
| XEN - | 583 km | $8,407 | $17/passenger |
| YNT - Yantai | 591 km | $8,522 | $17/passenger |
| TGO - Tongliao | 609 km | $8,782 | $18/passenger |
| YSQ - Songyuan | 625 km | $9,013 | $18/passenger |
| CHG - Chaoyang | 626 km | $9,027 | $18/passenger |
| TSJ - Tsushima | 629 km | $9,070 | $18/passenger |
| OKI - Oki Island | 648 km | $9,344 | $19/passenger |
| HRB - Harbin | 661 km | $9,532 | $19/passenger |
| SHP - Qinhuangdao | 661 km | $9,532 | $19/passenger |
| IZO - Izumo | 678 km | $9,777 | $20/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your DSO Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Asia Pacific region has jet fuel priced at $5.15/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from DSO
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Hamhung
Hamhung experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through DSO
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, DSO is part of one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets. Asian airports often feature extensive shopping, dining, and transit accommodation options. Visa requirements vary widely across Asian countries, so travelers are advised to verify entry requirements well in advance of their trip.
Planning Your Trip via DSO
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Sondok Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from DSO
- Fuel impact awareness: The Asia Pacific region currently prices jet fuel at $5.15/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to DSO are WOS, FNJ, YNY — consider these for potentially lower fares