GLK
Galcaio
Somalia
8,580 km
5,331 miles
ICN
Seoul
South Korea
Distance
8,580 km
5,331 mi / 4,633 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
53°
northeast

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GLK ICN
Airport Name Galcaio Airport Incheon International Airport
IATA Code GLK ICN
ICAO Code HCMR RKSI
City Galcaio Seoul
Country Somalia South Korea
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu Asia/Seoul
Elevation 975 ft 23 ft
Coordinates 6.780000, 47.450000 37.470000, 126.450000

Galcaio (GLK) to Seoul (ICN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Galcaio Airport (GLK) in Galcaio, Somalia to Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea is 8,580 kilometers (5,331 miles / 4,633 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, 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 Somalia 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 23:01 in Galcaio, it's 05:01 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.

The return flight from Seoul (ICN) to Galcaio (GLK) follows a heading of 269° (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 Galcaio Airport (GLK) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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