Airport Comparison
| AFF | ICN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Davis Field (Usaf Academy Field) Airport | Incheon International Airport |
| IATA Code | AFF | ICN |
| ICAO Code | KAFF | RKSI |
| City | Colorado Springs | Seoul |
| Country | United States | South Korea |
| Timezone | America/Denver | Asia/Seoul |
| Elevation | 6,576 ft | 23 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.000000, -104.800000 | 37.470000, 126.450000 |
Colorado Springs (AFF) to Seoul (ICN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Davis Field (Usaf Academy Field) Airport (AFF) in Colorado Springs, United States to Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea is 10,028 kilometers (6,231 miles / 5,415 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United States with South Korea. 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 11:17 in Colorado Springs, it's 03:17 in Seoul. With a 16-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 6,553 feet between the two airports. Incheon International Airport sits lower than Davis Field (Usaf Academy Field) Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Seoul (ICN) to Colorado Springs (AFF) follows a heading of 37° (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 Davis Field (Usaf Academy Field) Airport (AFF) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.