The flight distance from Combolcha Airport (DSE) in Dessie, Ethiopia to Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea is 8,976 kilometers (5,577 miles / 4,847 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Ethiopia 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 23:03 in Dessie, it's 05:03 in Seoul. With a 6-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 6,094 feet between the two airports. Incheon International Airport sits lower than Combolcha Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Seoul (ICN) to Dessie (DSE) follows a heading of 277° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Combolcha Airport (DSE) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.