Airport Comparison
Basankusu (BSU) to Seoul (ICN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Basankusu Airport (BSU) in Basankusu, DR Congo to Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea is 11,385 kilometers (7,074 miles / 6,147 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.
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 DR Congo with South Korea. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:12 in Basankusu, it's 00:12 in Seoul. With a 8-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 1,194 feet between the two airports. Incheon International Airport sits lower than Basankusu Airport.
The return flight from Seoul (ICN) to Basankusu (BSU) follows a heading of 281° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Basankusu Airport (BSU) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.