YNY - Yangyang International Airport
Sokcho / Gangneung, South Korea
IATA Code: YNY · Sokcho / Gangneung, South Korea
The airport code YNY is the IATA identifier for Yangyang International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Sokcho / Gangneung Airport (YNY).
Yangyang International Airport (YNY) serves Sokcho / Gangneung, South Korea, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YNY is the IATA airport code for Yangyang International Airport, located in Sokcho / Gangneung, South Korea. The airport is situated at coordinates 38.0613°N, 128.6690°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
- YNY
- City
- Sokcho / Gangneung
- Country
- South Korea
- Timezone
- Asia/Seoul
- Latitude
- 38.0613°
- Longitude
- 128.6690°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YNY
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| KAG - Kangnung | 42 km | $606 | $1/passenger |
| WJU - Wonju | 93 km | $1,341 | $3/passenger |
| SSN - Seoul East | 153 km | $2,206 | $4/passenger |
| WOS - Wonsan | 160 km | $2,307 | $5/passenger |
| YEC - Yechon | 162 km | $2,336 | $5/passenger |
| SWU - Suwon | 173 km | $2,495 | $5/passenger |
| GMP - Seoul | 174 km | $2,509 | $5/passenger |
| OSN - Osan | 180 km | $2,596 | $5/passenger |
| CJJ - Chongju | 182 km | $2,624 | $5/passenger |
| ICN - Seoul | 206 km | $2,971 | $6/passenger |
| DSO - Hamhung | 214 km | $3,086 | $6/passenger |
| KPO - Pohang | 240 km | $3,461 | $7/passenger |
| TAE - Taegu | 241 km | $3,475 | $7/passenger |
| HMY - Seosan | 245 km | $3,533 | $7/passenger |
| CHN - Jhunju | 279 km | $4,023 | $8/passenger |
| USN - Ulsan | 281 km | $4,052 | $8/passenger |
| FNJ - Pyongyang | 291 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| KUV - Kunsan | 301 km | $4,340 | $9/passenger |
| PUS - Busan | 321 km | $4,629 | $9/passenger |
| CHF - Chinhae | 325 km | $4,687 | $9/passenger |
| HIN - Sacheon | 335 km | $4,831 | $10/passenger |
| KWJ - Kwangju | 367 km | $5,292 | $11/passenger |
| RSU - Yeosu | 370 km | $5,335 | $11/passenger |
| RGO - Chongjin | 384 km | $5,537 | $11/passenger |
| MWX - Muan | 398 km | $5,739 | $11/passenger |
| MPK - Mokpo | 420 km | $6,056 | $12/passenger |
| TSJ - Tsushima | 424 km | $6,114 | $12/passenger |
| DDG - Dandong | 437 km | $6,302 | $13/passenger |
| NBS - Baishan | 455 km | $6,561 | $13/passenger |
| OKI - Oki Island | 463 km | $6,676 | $13/passenger |
| IWJ - Iwami | 469 km | $6,763 | $14/passenger |
| IZO - Izumo | 478 km | $6,893 | $14/passenger |
| IKI - Iki | 490 km | $7,066 | $14/passenger |
| YGJ - Miho | 497 km | $7,167 | $14/passenger |
| KKJ - Kitakyushu | 515 km | $7,426 | $15/passenger |
| UBJ - Yamaguchi | 516 km | $7,441 | $15/passenger |
| FUK - Fukuoka | 523 km | $7,542 | $15/passenger |
| TNH - Tonghua | 530 km | $7,643 | $15/passenger |
| HIW - Hiroshima | 531 km | $7,657 | $15/passenger |
| CNI - Changhai | 538 km | $7,758 | $16/passenger |
| YNJ - Yanji | 540 km | $7,787 | $16/passenger |
| IWK - Iwakuni | 541 km | $7,801 | $16/passenger |
| CJU - Cheju | 543 km | $7,830 | $16/passenger |
| JDG - Seogwipo | 548 km | $7,902 | $16/passenger |
| HIJ - Hiroshima | 555 km | $8,003 | $16/passenger |
| TTJ - Tottori | 565 km | $8,147 | $16/passenger |
| HSG - Saga | 566 km | $8,162 | $16/passenger |
| WEH - Weihai | 575 km | $8,292 | $17/passenger |
| OIT - Oita | 580 km | $8,364 | $17/passenger |
| NGS - Nagasaki | 583 km | $8,407 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YNY 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 YNY
- 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 Sokcho / Gangneung
Sokcho / Gangneung 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 YNY
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, YNY 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 YNY
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Yangyang International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YNY
- 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 YNY are KAG, WJU, SSN — consider these for potentially lower fares