The flight distance from Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland, United States to Samjiyon Airport (YJS) in Samjiyon, KP is 8,015 kilometers (4,980 miles / 4,328 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with KP. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:05 in Portland, it's 20:05 in Samjiyon. With a 17-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,516 feet between the two airports. Samjiyon Airport sits higher than Portland International Airport.

The return flight from Samjiyon (YJS) to Portland (PDX) follows a heading of 44° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Portland International Airport (PDX) and Samjiyon Airport (YJS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.