Airport Comparison
| FCS | ICN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport | Incheon International Airport |
| IATA Code | FCS | ICN |
| ICAO Code | KFCS | RKSI |
| City | Fort Carson | Seoul |
| Country | United States | South Korea |
| Timezone | America/Denver | Asia/Seoul |
| Elevation | 5,874 ft | 23 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.680000, -104.760000 | 37.470000, 126.450000 |
Fort Carson (FCS) to Seoul (ICN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) in Fort Carson, United States to Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea is 10,058 kilometers (6,250 miles / 5,431 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 10:12 in Fort Carson, it's 02:12 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 5,851 feet between the two airports. Incheon International Airport sits lower than Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Seoul (ICN) to Fort Carson (FCS) 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 Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.