WJU - Wonju/Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46)

Wonju, South Korea

IATA Code: WJU · Wonju, South Korea

The airport code WJU is the IATA identifier for Wonju/Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46). You may also find it referred to as Wonju Airport (WJU).

Wonju/Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46) (WJU) serves Wonju, South Korea, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

WJU is the IATA airport code for Wonju/Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46), located in Wonju, South Korea. The airport is situated at coordinates 37.4412°N, 127.9639°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
WJU
City
Wonju
Country
South Korea
Timezone
Asia/Seoul
Latitude
37.4412°
Longitude
127.9639°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
Asia Pacific

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from WJU

Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
SSN - Seoul East 75 km $1,082 $2/passenger
SWU - Suwon 88 km $1,269 $3/passenger
CJJ - Chongju 90 km $1,298 $3/passenger
OSN - Osan 91 km $1,312 $3/passenger
KAG - Kangnung 93 km $1,341 $3/passenger
YNY - Sokcho / Gangneung 93 km $1,341 $3/passenger
YEC - Yechon 96 km $1,384 $3/passenger
GMP - Seoul 104 km $1,500 $3/passenger
ICN - Seoul 134 km $1,932 $4/passenger
HMY - Seosan 155 km $2,235 $4/passenger
TAE - Taegu 182 km $2,624 $5/passenger
CHN - Jhunju 189 km $2,725 $5/passenger
WOS - Wonsan 196 km $2,826 $6/passenger
KPO - Pohang 207 km $2,985 $6/passenger
KUV - Kunsan 209 km $3,014 $6/passenger
USN - Ulsan 240 km $3,461 $7/passenger
DSO - Hamhung 260 km $3,749 $7/passenger
HIN - Sacheon 262 km $3,778 $8/passenger
CHF - Chinhae 264 km $3,807 $8/passenger
PUS - Busan 266 km $3,836 $8/passenger
KWJ - Kwangju 278 km $4,009 $8/passenger
FNJ - Pyongyang 282 km $4,066 $8/passenger
RSU - Yeosu 291 km $4,196 $8/passenger
MWX - Muan 307 km $4,427 $9/passenger
MPK - Mokpo 330 km $4,759 $10/passenger
TSJ - Tsushima 372 km $5,364 $11/passenger
DDG - Dandong 429 km $6,186 $12/passenger
IKI - Iki 442 km $6,374 $13/passenger
CJU - Cheju 457 km $6,590 $13/passenger
IWJ - Iwami 461 km $6,648 $13/passenger
JDG - Seogwipo 463 km $6,676 $13/passenger
RGO - Chongjin 466 km $6,720 $13/passenger
FUK - Fukuoka 484 km $6,979 $14/passenger
KKJ - Kitakyushu 487 km $7,023 $14/passenger
UBJ - Yamaguchi 492 km $7,095 $14/passenger
IZO - Izumo 495 km $7,138 $14/passenger
OKI - Oki Island 497 km $7,167 $14/passenger
CNI - Changhai 504 km $7,268 $15/passenger
WEH - Weihai 508 km $7,325 $15/passenger
NBS - Baishan 515 km $7,426 $15/passenger
YGJ - Miho 519 km $7,484 $15/passenger
HSG - Saga 522 km $7,527 $15/passenger
HIW - Hiroshima 527 km $7,599 $15/passenger
IWK - Iwakuni 532 km $7,671 $15/passenger
NGS - Nagasaki 533 km $7,686 $15/passenger
FUJ - Fukue 537 km $7,744 $15/passenger
OIT - Oita 557 km $8,032 $16/passenger
HIJ - Hiroshima 557 km $8,032 $16/passenger
TNH - Tonghua 569 km $8,205 $16/passenger
KMJ - Kumamoto 575 km $8,292 $17/passenger

* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your WJU 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.

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Climate & Weather at Wonju

Wonju 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 WJU

Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, WJU 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 WJU

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