How long is the flight from Seattle to Seoul?

The flight from Seattle (SEA) to Seoul (ICN) takes about 10h 18m nonstop on a widebody airliner, based on the 4,521 nautical mile great-circle distance. Published airline schedules add taxi and buffer time.

How far is it from Seattle to Seoul?

It is 5,203 miles (8,373 km, or 4,521 nautical miles) in a straight line.

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SEA → ICN · Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Incheon International Airport

The flight from Seattle (SEA) to Seoul (ICN) takes about 10h 18m nonstop on a widebody airliner, covering 5,203 miles (8,373 km).

5,203

miles

8,373

kilometers

+16h

time change

westbound

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Regional jetEmbraer E175, CRJ

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NarrowbodyBoeing 737, Airbus A320

Beyond range

WidebodyBoeing 787, A350, 777

10h 18m

When will you arrive?

Seoul is 16 hours ahead of Seattle. You cross 16 time zones heading east. Eastbound trips like this one tend to be harder to adjust to, so plan for a day or two of jet lag.

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How long is the flight from Seattle to Seoul?: About 10h 18m nonstop on a widebody airliner. Airlines add taxi and buffer time to the schedule.
How far is it?: 5,203 miles, or 8,373 km (4,521 nautical miles) in a straight line.
What is the time difference?: Seoul is 16 hours ahead of Seattle.

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