
International hub · Cheongju, South Korea
Cheongju International
- Elevation
- 191 ft
- Coordinates
- 36°43′N 127°30′E
- Local time
- Asia/Seoul
Photo: Mike McBey · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Field information
RKTU runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Cheongju International (RKTU/CJJ) has 2 runways; the longest, 06L/24R, is 9,000 ft (2,743 m) of concrete. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 8. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at RKTU, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Seoul
Country
South Korea
KR
Municipality
Cheongju
Elevation
191 ft
Position
36.7156, 127.5003
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 8
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Runways · RKTU
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06L/24R | 9,000 ft (2,743 m) | 200 ft | concrete | Lighted |
| 06R/24L | 9,000 ft (2,743 m) | 150 ft | concrete | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at RKTU.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Cheongju International (RKTU / CJJ) in Cheongju, South Korea, through one 24/7 OCC desk. RKTU is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at RKTU
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – South Korea
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of South Korea. Applicable permit lead times for South Korea are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for South Korea are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at RKTU
Direct FBO and handler coordination at RKTU covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at RKTU
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at RKTU is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to RKTU
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for RKTU: 36° 42′ 56″ N 127° 30′ 1″ E; elevation 191 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Cheongju
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Cheongju. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at RKTU.
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Cargo Operations at RKTU
Support for freighter operations into RKTU covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where RKTU sits in the network
Nearest airports in our network
- RKSMSinchonri/Seoul AB (K-16)Seoul, South Korea48 NM337°→
- RKNWHoengsong/WonjuHoengsong, South Korea49 NM027°→
- RKSSSeoul/Gimpo InternationalSeoul, South Korea61 NM326°→
- RKJKGunsanGunsan, South Korea65 NM222°→
- RKSIIncheon InternationalSeoul, South Korea68 NM312°→
- RKTNDaegu InternationalDaegu, South Korea75 NM131°→
Operating into RKTU?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Cheongju International — one desk for the whole trip.