DTW
Detroit
United States
10,634 km
6,608 miles
GMP
Seoul
South Korea
Distance
10,634 km
6,608 mi / 5,742 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/New_York
Heading
336°
north northwest

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DTW GMP
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Gimpo International Airport
IATA Code DTW GMP
ICAO Code KDTW RKSS
City Detroit Seoul
Country United States South Korea
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Seoul
Elevation 645 ft 58 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 37.560000, 126.790000

Detroit (DTW) to Seoul (GMP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Gimpo International Airport (GMP) in Seoul, South Korea is 10,634 kilometers (6,608 miles / 5,742 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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 06:08 in Detroit, it's 20:08 in Seoul. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Seoul (GMP) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 22° (north 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 Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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