CJJ · RKTU · Cheongju International Airport/Cheongju Air Base (K-59/G-513)

Cheongju International Airport/Cheongju Air Base (K-59/G-513) (CJJ)

Cheongju, South Korea · large airport · 36.716° 127.500° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeCJJ
ICAO CodeRKTU
Typelarge airport
NameCheongju International Airport/Cheongju Air Base (K-59/G-513)
MunicipalityCheongju
CountrySouth Korea
ContinentAS
Latitude36.716° N
Longitude127.500° E
Elevation191 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score1 000
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountrySouth Korea
ISO Code
RegionCheongju
Continent CodeAS
IANA TimezoneAsia/Seoul
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+9
DST OffsetUTC+9
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – March
Dry season across much of Asia
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Spring: Mar–MaySummer: Jun–AugAutumn: Sep–NovWinter: Dec–Feb

✈ Airlines Serving CJJ

SQ — Singapore AirlinesCX — Cathay PacificEK — EmiratesQR — Qatar AirwaysEY — Etihad AirwaysNH — ANAJL — Japan AirlinesCA — Air ChinaTG — Thai Airways

🌡 Climate — Temperate (36.7°N)

Jan
Feb
10°
Mar
13°
Apr
17°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
Nov
12°
Dec
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

AI-Enhanced Insights

Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) is a dual-use facility serving both civilian commercial flights and the Republic of Korea Air Force, sharing its grounds with Cheongju Air Base. Located in the capital city of North Chungcheong Province, it lies roughly 120 km south of Seoul and functions as an important regional hub for domestic routes and limited international cargo operations. The airport is also notable for its proximity to Cheongju's renowned printing and publishing industry, one of the city's defining economic features.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the distance from Cheongju Airport to Seoul?
A: The airport is approximately 120 km south of Seoul, with typical road travel times of 1.5 to 2 hours depending on traffic conditions.

Q: Does Cheongju Airport handle international flights?
A: Yes, though its international service is limited compared to larger Korean gateways. It primarily handles regional routes to parts of Asia and significant cargo operations, while most long-haul international travel goes through Incheon or Gimpo.

Q: Is the airport shared with a military base?
A: Yes, it operates jointly with Cheongju Air Base (K-59/G-513), a Republic of Korea Air Force installation, which is why it is designated as a dual-use facility.

Q: Which airlines operate from Cheongju?
A: Major carriers including Korean Air and Asiana serve the airport alongside low
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